KMTC Kenya diploma courses

Diploma Courses Offered at KMTC and Requirements

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The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) offers a wide range of practical medical diploma programs covering diverse fields of healthcare. With 72 campuses strategically located across the country, students have the flexibility to choose a program that aligns with their interests and career aspirations. These programs, typically lasting 2 to 3 years, are designed to equip students with hands-on experience and essential skills in the medical field, preparing them for rewarding careers in healthcare.

By providing accessible and diverse medical education, KMTC plays a crucial role in ensuring Kenya has a well-trained and readily available healthcare workforce to meet the evolving needs of its growing population.

To apply, visit the KMTC website (https://kmtc.ac.ke/) or the KUCCPS Student Portal (https://students.kuccps.net/login/) to discover the exciting range of programs offered.

Admissions occur twice a year, typically in March and September. Confirm specific dates with your preferred campus.

Read: List of KMTC colleges in Kenya, Location and Contacts

Diploma Courses and Requirements at KMTC

KMTC dental technology course in progress.
Dental Technology lesson in progress at one of the KMTC colleges

Here are the medical diploma courses offered at the KMTC campuses in Kenya, course duration and the minimum academic qualifications required:

Diploma CourseMinimum Entry RequirementsDuration
Clinical MedicineKCSE mean grade of C with C in English or Kiswahili,
and C in Biology/Biological Sciences, C- in Chemistry/
Physical Science. C- in any one of the following:
Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences
3 years
Medical Laboratory
Sciences
Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, Biology/Biological Sciences and Chemistry/Physical Sciences C in either Physics/Physical Sciences or Mathematics3 years
Diploma in Medical
Laboratory
Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized
institution and Registered with KMLTTB
2 years
Orthopaedic and
Trauma Medicine
Certificate in Orthopaedic and Trauma Medicine/Certificate in Orthopaedic Plaster Technology2 years
Orthopaedic and
Trauma Medicine (Preservice)
Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, C in Biology/Biological Sciences and Mathematics or Physics/Physical Sciences C- in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Home
Science, Agriculture
3 years
Community
Oral
Health
An average C or above. Grade C or credit in English and Biology or Biological Sciences. C- or credit in any two of the following: Chemistry, Physics or Physical Science, Mathematics.3 years
Radiography and
Imaging(Medical Imaging)
Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Physics/Physical Sciences and Biology/Biological Sciences.
C- in any one of the following:- Mathematics, Chemistry.
3 years
Health Records
and Information
Technology (Preservice)
Mean Grade of C, with C in English/Kiswahili, C- in Mathematics and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, General Sciences, Computer Studies, Agriculture, Home Science, Economics, Geography, Commerce and Business
Studies.
3 years
Health Records
and Information
Technology
Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology2 years
PharmacyMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, Chemistry/Physical Sciences and Biology or Biological Sciences. C in any one of the following: – Physics/Physical Sciences or Mathematics.3 years
Dental TechnologyKCSE Mean Grade of C, with C in English or Kiswahili, and Physical Sciences or Physics or Chemistry. C- in Biology and any one of the following:- Metalwork, Mathematics,
Physics or Chemistry.
3 years
Public Health (Pre-service)Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences C- in Mathematics and any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry3 years
Public HealthCertificate in Public Health (Environmental Health Sciences)2 years
Nutrition & DieteticsCertificate in Nutrition and Dietetics. Two years of working experience2 years
Nutrition & Dietetics (Pre-service)KCSE Aggregate Grade C-, with C- in English or Kiswahili, and Biology or Biological Sciences. D+ in Chemistry/Physical Sciences, D in any one of the following: Physics, Mathematics, Home Science, Agriculture, General Sciences or Business Studies3 years
Occupational
Therapy
KCSE Mean Grade of C, with C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology or Biological Sciences. C- in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Agriculture or Home Science3 years
Health PromotionKCSE Mean Grade of C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/ Biological Sciences, D+ in any one of the following: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Science or Chemistry3 years
Orthopaedic
Technology
KCSE with a Mean Grade of C, with C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/ Biological Sciences, D+ in any of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Woodwork, Metalwork or Technical Drawing3 years
OptometryMean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Mathematics
C- in the following: – Biology/ Biological Sciences, Physics/Physical Sciences
3 years
PhysiotherapyKCSE minimum aggregate of C with C in English or Kiswahili, C- in Biology. C- in any two of the following:-
Chemistry, Physics
Medical Engineering
Technology
Certificate in Medical Engineering Technology OR an equivalent from a recognized institution2 years
Medical Engineering
Technology (Preservice)
Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Mathematics and Physics/Physical Sciences C- in any one of the following: – Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Electricity, Metal Work, Technical Drawing3 years
Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (Pre-service)KCSE minimum aggregate C with the following specific
requirements: C in English or Kiswahili and Biology or
Biological Sciences. C- in Chemistry, Mathematics or
Physics / Physical Sciences
3 years
Kenya Registered NurseKCSE minimum aggregate C with the following specific
requirements: C in English or Kiswahili and Biology or
Biological Sciences. C- in Chemistry, Mathematics or
Physics / Physical Sciences
3 years

KMTC Fee Structure

The latest KMTC fee structure and the modes of payment can be found on the KMTC website: kmtc.ac.ke.

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In case of any problem, while applying online or any other queries, you can visit any nearest KMTC campus or contact them on these phone numbers: 0723004516, 0723000429, 0736212060 and 0736993813.

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