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KMTC Courses 2026: Full List of KMTC Programmes & Entry Requirements
Every certificate, diploma, higher diploma and short course KMTC offers, with the exact entry grades, duration and campuses published in KMTC’s own Academic Programmes booklet.
Quick answer
KMTC offers certificate, diploma and higher diploma courses through seven faculties: Rehabilitative Sciences, Public Health Sciences, Diagnostic Sciences, Information Technology and Medical Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing, and Clinical Sciences. Course levels are Certificate (2 years), Diploma (3 years) and Higher Diploma (2 years, for diploma holders specialising further). KMTC also runs 14 short courses and one new programme, the Diploma in Health Insurance Management, across its nationwide campus network — see the full KMTC campus directory by county.
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- Faculty of Rehabilitative Sciences
- Faculty of Public Health Sciences
- Faculty of Diagnostic Sciences
- Faculty of IT & Medical Education
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Diploma in Health Insurance Management
- Courses with a C- mean grade
- Courses with a D+ mean grade
- Course without compulsory Biology
- Short courses (fees & duration)
- Upgrading courses
Faculty of Rehabilitative Sciences
Department of Dental Technology
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Dental Technology | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Physics/Physical Sciences or Chemistry. C- in Biology/Biological Sciences and in any one of: Metal Work, Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics. |
Department of Optometry
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Optometry (Contact Lenses) | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Optometry / Diploma in Opticianry. |
| Diploma in Optometry | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Mathematics. C- in Biology/Biological Sciences and Physics/Physical Sciences. |
Department of Medical Engineering
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Equipment | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret (Part-time) | Diploma in Medical Engineering from KMTC or equivalent, plus common admission requirements for Diploma in Medical Engineering at KMTC. |
| Higher Diploma in Dialysis | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret (Part-time) | Same as above. |
| Higher Diploma in Therapeutic Equipment | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret (Part-time) | Same as above. |
| Diploma in Medical Engineering | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- Mathematics and Physics/Physical Sciences. D+ in any one of: Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Electricity, Metal Work, Technical Drawing. |
| Certificate in Medical Engineering | 2 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade D+, D+ in English/Kiswahili and D in Mathematics. D- in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry. |
Department of Occupational Therapy
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Occupational Therapy (Renal Rehabilitation / Community Based Rehabilitation) | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution. |
| Diploma in Occupational Therapy | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Agriculture, Home Science. |
| Diploma in Speech and Language Therapy | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C- in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any two of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, General Science. |
Department of Orthopaedic Technology
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology (Orthotics / Prosthetics) | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology from a recognized institution. |
| Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any two of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Woodwork, Metal Work, Technical Drawing. |
Department of Physiotherapy
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy / Neuro-Rehabilitation | 2 years | Nairobi (Part-time) | BSc. in Physiotherapy or Diploma in Physiotherapy. |
| Higher Diploma in Women Health and Pelvic Rehabilitation | 2 years | Nairobi (Part-time) | Female Physiotherapists registered with the Physiotherapy Council of Kenya (PCK) or other Physiotherapy regulatory bodies. |
| Diploma in Physiotherapy | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology. C- in any two of: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences. |
Faculty of Public Health Sciences
Department of Health Promotion and Community Health
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Health Education & Promotion | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in a Health related course from KMTC. |
| Diploma in Health Promotion | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, C- in Biology/Biological Sciences. D+ in any one of: Mathematics, Chemistry, Home Science, Agriculture, Physics/Physical Sciences. |
| Diploma in Community Health | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C- in English or Kiswahili, D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences. D in any one of: Mathematics, Chemistry, Home Science, Agriculture, Physics/Physical Sciences. |
| Certificate in Community Health Assistant | 2 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C-, D+ in English or Kiswahili and D in Biology/Biological Sciences. D in any of: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences, Agriculture, Home Science. |
Department of Community Oral Health
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Community Oral Health | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences C-. C- in any two of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics. |
Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Renal Nutrition | 2 years | Karen | Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics/Diploma in Community Nutrition from KMTC or any other recognized institution. Registered with a valid practicing license from KNDI. 2 years post-Diploma experience. |
| Higher Diploma in Nutrition Surveillance | 2 years | Karen | BSc. in Nutrition & Dietetics, Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics/Community Nutrition, or Diploma/Degree in Community Health Development, Public Health, Project Management, Epidemiology, Health Records and Information, Food Science, Agriculture, or Biostatistics from a recognized institution. |
| Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C-, D+ in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences. D+ in Chemistry/Physical Sciences. D in any one of: Home Science, Agriculture, Mathematics, Physics, General Science. |
| Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics | 2 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade D+, D+ in English or Kiswahili and D in Biology/Biological Sciences. D in Chemistry/Physical Sciences. D in any one of: Home Science, Agriculture, Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences. |
Department of Public Health Sciences
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Food Science and Inspection | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Public Health Sciences/Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences. |
| Higher Diploma in Solid Waste Management | 2 years | Nairobi | Same as above. |
| Higher Diploma in Medical Social Work (Gender Based Violence) | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Medical Social Work or Diploma/Degree in Social Work with health-facility experience, or Diploma in any health science course from KMTC or a recognized institution. |
| Higher Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences/Public Health Sciences, Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Dental Technology, Orthopaedic Technology, Occupational Therapy or Medical Engineering. |
| Higher Diploma in Epidemiology | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Environmental Health Science/Public Health Sciences, KRCHN, Clinical Medicine, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Health Records & Information, or Community Oral Health. |
| Diploma in Public Health | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in Mathematics and any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry. |
| Diploma in Medical Social Work | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any one of: Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Home Science, Agriculture, Business Studies, Geography, History, CRE/IRE. |
| Certificate in Public Health | 2 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili, C- in Biology/Biological Sciences. D in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics. |
Faculty of Diagnostic Sciences
Department of Radiography and Imaging
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Radiography and Imaging — Ultrasonography | 2 years | Nairobi, Kisumu, Eldoret | Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or its equivalent. |
| Higher Diploma in Radiation Therapy | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret | Diploma in Radiotherapy or equivalent; Diploma in Radiography/Medical Imaging Sciences (MIS). |
| Higher Diploma in Computed Tomography | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret | Diploma in Radiography and Imaging (Medical Imaging Science) or its equivalent from a recognized institution. |
| Higher Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Imaging | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret | Same as above. |
| Diploma in Radiography and Imaging | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Physics/Physical Sciences and Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any one of: Mathematics, Chemistry. |
Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science — Blood Transfusion Science, Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Histopathology and Cytopathology, Microbiology, Parasitology and Entomology, Virology, or Nephrology | 2 years each | Nairobi | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences and registration by the KMLTTB. |
| Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences and Chemistry/Physical Sciences. C in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics. |
Faculty of Information Technology and Medical Education
Department of Health Records and Information
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Mathematics and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Agriculture, Home Science, Economics, Geography, Commerce, Business Studies. |
| Certificate in Health Records and Information | 2 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili and D in Biology/Biological Sciences. D- in Mathematics and D+ in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, General Science, Computer Studies, Agriculture, Home Science, Economics, Geography, Commerce, Business Studies. |
Department of Health Professions Education
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Health Professions Education | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in any one of the Health Care professions, plus basic knowledge in Computer applications. |
| Higher Diploma in Health Systems Management | 2 years | Nairobi (Distance Learning) | Diploma/BSc. in a health related course from a recognized institution. |
| Higher Diploma in Health Administration | 2 years | — | Diploma in a Management related field (e.g. Business Administration) or any other Diploma in a health related field or its equivalent from a recognized institution. |
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Department of Pharmacy
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy | 2 years | Nairobi, Mombasa | Diploma in Pharmacy or Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from an institution recognized by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board. Three years’ post-qualification working experience; registered with the Pharmacy & Poisons Board. Must have met the minimum entry requirements for a Diploma in Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Technology. |
| Higher Diploma in Renal Pharmacy | 2 years | Nairobi | Same as above. |
| Diploma in Pharmacy | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Chemistry and Biology/Biological Sciences. C in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences or Mathematics. |
Faculty of Nursing
Weighing your nursing options? See the full side-by-side breakdown in our KMTC Nursing Courses & Requirements guide.
Department of Nursing
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Kenya Registered Nurse Anaesthesia | 2 years | Kisii, Mombasa | Diploma in KRN, KRCHN, KRNM or KRNMHP, or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN). Registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) with a valid practicing license. 1 year post-NCK-licensing experience. |
| Higher Diploma in Critical Care Nursing | 2 years | Nairobi, Thika, Kilifi, Machakos | |
| Higher Diploma in Paediatric Nursing | 2 years | Kisumu | |
| Higher Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing | 2 years | Mathari | |
| Higher Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing | 2 years | Nairobi | |
| Higher Diploma in Nephrology Nursing | 2 years | Nairobi, Nakuru, Embu | |
| Higher Diploma in Palliative Care Nursing | 2 years | Nairobi | |
| Higher Diploma in Perioperative Nursing | 2 years | Nairobi | |
| Higher Diploma in Oncology Nursing | 2 years | Mosoriot | |
| Higher Diploma in Family Health Nursing | 2 years | Nairobi, Gatundu, Thika, Nyeri, Nakuru (Distance Learning) | |
| Diploma in Community Health Nursing | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any one of: Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences or Mathematics. |
| Diploma in Kenya Registered Nursing and Midwifery | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Same as above. |
| Diploma in Registered Nursing Mental Health & Psychiatry | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Same as above. |
| Diploma in Kenya Registered Nursing | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Same as above. |
| Diploma in Health Counselling | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any one of: Religious Studies or History. |
| Certificate in Community Health Nursing | 2 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences. D+ in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry or Mathematics. |
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
Department of Clinical Medicine — Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery
| Speciality | Duration | Offered at |
|---|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | 2 years | Nairobi, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisii, Thika, Embu, Kisumu, Mombasa, Kakamega |
| Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck Surgery | 2 years | Nairobi, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisii |
| Nephrology | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Speech and Language Pathology | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Family Health | 2 years | Nairobi, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Embu, Nyeri, Machakos, Mombasa, Kisumu |
| Clinical Forensic Medicine | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Ophthalmology & Cataract Surgery | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret |
| Ophthalmology, Advanced Refraction and Low Vision | 2 years | Nairobi, Eldoret |
| Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Reproductive Health | 2 years | Nairobi, Mombasa, Embu, Thika |
| Pediatrics and Child Health | 2 years | Nairobi, Kisumu |
| Mental Health and Psychiatry | 2 years | Mathari |
| Chest Medicine | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Dermatology and Venereology | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Audiology and Hearing Care Technology | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Emergency and Critical Care Medicine | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Oncology and Palliative Care | 2 years | Nairobi |
| Addictive Science | — | — |
Entry to all specialities above: Diploma in any health-related course from KMTC or any other recognized institution.
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, and C in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in Chemistry. C- in any one of: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences. |
| Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade of C, D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences. |
| Diploma in Mortuary Science | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade of C-. |
| Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician | 2 years | Selected Campuses / Mathari (Distance Learning) | Mean Grade of C- and D in Biology/Biological Sciences. |
The Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine (general entry) also requires: Diploma in Clinical Medicine, a valid practicing license, and 2 years’ working experience.
Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Medicine
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Diploma in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine (Paediatrics) | 2 years | Nairobi | Diploma in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution, plus 2 years’ post-qualification working experience. |
| Diploma in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine | 3 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C in Biology/Biological Sciences. C- in any one of: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry. |
| Certificate in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine | 2 years | Selected Campuses | Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences. D+ in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Woodwork, Metal Work, Technical Drawing, Home Science, Agriculture, Computer Studies. |
New Course: Diploma in Health Insurance Management
| Programme | Duration | Offered at | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Health Insurance Management | 3 years | Nairobi Campus | Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences. D+ in any one of: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, General Science, Geography, Economics, Home Science, Agriculture, Computer Studies or Business Studies. |
Graduates are equipped with competences in: handling insurance claims; transmitting patient health information accurately; medical costing and coding for billing; overseeing the billing process from charge entry to claim submission; supervising a team of billing specialists or coders; resolving billing issues or discrepancies; conducting internal audits to verify compliance with healthcare laws and policies; and medical billing expertise. Applications are made via students.kuccps.ac.ke.
KMTC Courses With a C- Mean Grade
These certificate-level courses admit candidates with a mean grade of C- in KCSE:
- Certificate in Community Health Assistant
- Certificate in Public Health
- Certificate in Community Health Nursing
- Certificate in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine
- Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician
KMTC Courses With a D+ Mean Grade
The lowest-entry certificate programmes in the official booklet, admitting a D+ mean grade:
- Certificate in Medical Engineering
- Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics
The One KMTC Course Without Compulsory Biology
Nearly every KMTC health programme requires a specific grade in Biology/Biological Sciences. The single exception in the official September 2025 booklet is the Certificate in Medical Engineering, where Biology is only one of three optional subjects — Physics/Physical Sciences, Biology/Biological Sciences, or Chemistry — and a candidate only needs a D- in any one of them, not Biology specifically.
See which other courses have a lighter Biology requirement →Short Courses (Fees & Duration)
| # | Course | Target group | Campus | Duration | Fees (KES) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HIV Training and Counseling Services (HTS), Nascop-accredited | Interested in HIV/AIDS programs, min. Certificate in a health-related course | Lake Victoria, Nairobi, Kisumu, Machakos, Homa Bay, Nakuru, Mwingi, Nyeri, Kaptumo, Meru | 3 weeks full-time | 24,500 |
| 2 | Adherence Counseling | Certificate in HTS, health/social sciences or counseling community health & development | Nairobi, Lake Victoria, Machakos | 1 week full-time + 1 month practicum | 16,000 |
| 3 | Echocardiography | Radiographers, Doctors, Clinical Officers, Nurses — min. Diploma with professional registration | Nairobi | 6 months (blended) | 150,000 |
| 4 | Point of Care Ultrasound | Doctors, Nurses, Clinical Officers — min. Diploma with professional registration | Nairobi | 6 months (blended) | 120,000 |
| 5 | Monitoring & Evaluation | Project Officers, health information officers, anyone involved in designing/monitoring interventions (min. Diploma) | Nairobi, Chwele, Murang’a, Siaya | 6 weeks (blended + practicum) | 60,000 |
| 6 | Safe Phlebotomy | Min. D+ in KCSE | Nairobi, Port Reitz, Lake Victoria, Nyeri, Kitui, Machakos, Meru, Kisii | 5 days full-time | 20,000 |
| 7 | Integrated BLS/First Aid | Drivers, Police, Security personnel, healthcare workers, caregivers | Nairobi | 5 days full-time | 20,000 |
| 8 | Regional Anaesthesia and Acute Pain Management | HND in Anaesthesia (Clinical Medicine or Nursing) | Nairobi | 6 months full-time | 120,000 |
| 9 | Upper Extremity Splinting in Occupational Therapy | Practicing Occupational Therapists (min. Diploma) | Nairobi | 2 weeks (blended) | 25,000 |
| 10 | Community Mental Health | Community-based workers, Community Health Promoters, community gatekeepers — min. KCPE/literacy | Mathari, Port Reitz, Murang’a | 12 weeks (blended) | 25,000 |
| 11 | Sign Language for Health Workers | Health workers — min. Certificate | Bungoma, Nairobi, Makindu, Murang’a, Kisii, Eldoret, Nakuru | 6 months (3 full-time + 3 practicum) | 40,000 |
| 12 | Basic Occupational Health and Safety | Workers involved in health & safety — min. KCPE | Nairobi | 6 months (blended) | 33,000 |
| 13 | NCLEX-RN Review | Registered Nurses | Nairobi, Mathari | 12 weeks, online evening classes; bi-monthly intake | 20,000 (or USD 200 for non-EAC citizens) |
| 14 | Health Care Assistant | Min. D plain in KCSE or equivalent | Bomet, Busia, Chuka, Marimanti, Chwele, Kabarnet, Kangema, Kinangop, Kitale, Kuria, Lamu, Lugari, Makindu, Makueni, Mandera, Marsabit, Mathari, Maua, Mbooni, Mbuvo, Migori, Narok, Nyandarua, Port Reitz, Rachuonyo, Rarieda, Rera, Tana River, Taveta, Ugenya, Ugunja, Webuye, Voi, Mombasa | 1 year | 82,700 |
Upgrading Courses (Certificate → Diploma)
| Department | Course | Entry requirements | Duration | Intake | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Diploma in Community Health Nursing (Distance Learning) | Certificate in Community Health Nursing (KECN). Registration by NCK. 2 years post-graduation experience. | 2 years | Mar | Embu, Kitui, Kisii, Eldoret, Meru, Garissa, Muranga, Nakuru, Mombasa, Lodwar, Kisumu |
| Nursing | Diploma in Community Health Nursing (Distance Learning) | Same as above | 2 years | Sep | Kitale, Kapkatet, Embu, Kitui, Kabarnet |
| Nursing | Diploma in Community Health Nursing – EN/EM | Certificate in Enrolled Nurse and Certificate in Enrolled Midwifery. Registration by NCK. 2 years post-graduation experience. | 2 years | Sep | Nyeri |
| Public Health | Diploma in Public Health (upgrading) | Certificate in Environmental Health Sciences. 2 years working experience. | 2 years | Mar/Sep | Kuria, Othaya, Lugari, Manza, Nakuru, Embu, Karuri, Lake Victoria |
| Medical Laboratory Sciences | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (upgrading) | Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences. Registration by the KMLTTB. | 2 years | Mar/Sep | Lake Victoria |
| Medical Engineering | Diploma in Medical Engineering (upgrading) | Certificate in Medical Engineering. | 2 years | Mar/Sep | Loitokitok, Eldoret, Kilifi, Embu, Nairobi, Makindu, Meru, Bomet |
| Nutrition & Dietetics | Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics (upgrading) | Certificate in Community Nutrition/Nutrition & Dietetics/Food Science & Nutrition or KNEC Certificate in Nutrition & Dietetics for TVET graduates. | 2 years | Mar | Kapenguria, Karen, Lodwar, Kwale, Makueni, Mbuvo, Molo, Thika, Nyandarua |
| Nutrition & Dietetics | Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics (upgrading) | Same as above | 2 years | Sep | Karen, Homa Bay, Thika, Nyandarua, Makueni, Lodwar |
| Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine | Diploma in Orthopaedics and Trauma Medicine (upgrading) | Certificate in Orthopaedics Plaster Technology/Certificate in Orthopaedic Trauma Medicine. | 2 years | Mar | Port Reitz, Mbooni, Nairobi, Nakuru, Makindu, Kangundo, Makueni, Machakos, Thika, Sigowet, Kaptumo, Bungoma, Kakamega |
| Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine | Diploma in Orthopaedics and Trauma Medicine (upgrading) | Same as above | 2 years | Sep | Nakuru, Makindu |
| Health Promotion & Community Health | Diploma in Community Health (upgrading) | Certificate in Community Health from KMTC. | 2 years | Mar/Sep | Embu, Imenti, Iten, Kabarnet, Kangundo, Kapenguria, Kuria, Lake Victoria, Lodwar, Lugari, Makindu, Makueni-Mbuvo Satellite, Mandera, Manza, Mbooni, Nairobi, Ndhiwa, Chemolingot, Nyahururu, Nyamache, Othaya, Port Reitz, Rachuonyo, Sigowet, Tana River, Taveta, Teso, Trans-Mara, Ugenya, Webuye |
| Health Records & Information Technology | Diploma in Health Records and Information (upgrading) | Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology from KMTC or an institution accredited by the HRIM Board, completed in at least 2 years. Registration by the HRIM Board. | 2 years | Mar/Sep | Kitui, Nakuru, Tana River, Siaya, Mombasa, Muranga, Kuria, Msambweni, Imenti, Lamu, Bondo, Rera, Teso, Webuye, Kaptumo, Othaya, Molo, Kapenguria, Manza, Rachuonyo, Chwele, Nyamache, Lugari, Makueni, Mbuvo, Ugenya, Meru, Maua; Nairobi & Nyeri (E-Learning) |
| Clinical Medicine | Diploma in Mortuary Science (upgrading) | Certificate in Mortuary Science from a recognized institution. | 2 years | Mar | Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu |
| Clinical Medicine | Diploma in Emergency Medical Technician (upgrading) | Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician from KMTC or a recognized institution. | 2 years | Mar | Nairobi, Kapenguria |
| Clinical Medicine | Diploma in Emergency Medical Technician (upgrading) | Same as above | 2 years | Sep | Mombasa, Makindu |
Frequently asked questions
What courses does KMTC offer?
KMTC runs certificate, diploma and higher diploma programmes across seven faculties: Rehabilitative Sciences, Public Health Sciences, Diagnostic Sciences, Information Technology and Medical Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing, and Clinical Sciences — plus 14 short courses and the new Diploma in Health Insurance Management. See the full breakdown above.
What is the minimum grade for KMTC diploma courses?
Most diplomas require a mean grade of C, with specific subject grades varying by department. Some, like Nutrition and Dietetics, accept a mean grade of C-.
Which KMTC certificate courses accept a C- mean grade?
Certificate in Community Health Assistant, Certificate in Public Health, Certificate in Community Health Nursing, Certificate in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine, and Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician. Full breakdown on our C- courses page.
Does KMTC offer any course without compulsory Biology?
Only one: the Certificate in Medical Engineering, where Biology is an optional subject alongside Physics and Chemistry rather than a compulsory requirement. See our full guide.
How much do KMTC short courses cost?
From KES 16,000 (Adherence Counseling) to KES 150,000 (Echocardiography), with most falling between KES 20,000 and KES 60,000.
What is the newest KMTC diploma course?
The Diploma in Health Insurance Management — 3 years, Nairobi Campus only, focused on medical billing, coding and claims management.
Disclaimer: MyCyber is an independent online service. We hold no official affiliation with KMTC, KUCCPS, or the Government of Kenya. All course, fee and campus data on this page is reproduced from KMTC’s official “Academic Programmes” booklet (as at September 2025) for informational purposes. Intakes, fees and campus offerings change — always verify with KMTC directly before applying or paying any fees. For official information, visit kmtc.ac.ke.
