The Ministry of Health operated Kenya Medical Training College is Kenya’s most trusted institution for medical training. Established in 1927, KMTC is a big contender in producing world-class healthcare professionals.
The campus boasts nationwide presence with at least 71 branches, 25,000 active leaners, and an average of six thousand graduates yearly. MOH stats indicate that KMTC collectively account for over 80 percent of the workforce in Kenyan hospitals.
List of KMTC Courses and requirements
KMTC currently offers more than 50 health programmes across four levels of training: Certificate, Diploma, Higher Diploma, and Short Courses.
This guide covers everything that fresh KCSE candidates, working health professional looking to upgrade, or parent helping their child navigate college choices need to know about KMTC.
List of diploma courses
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery
- Diploma in Community Health Nursing (Kenya Registered)
- Diploma in Pharmacy
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Diploma in Dental Technology
- Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology
- Diploma in Health Records and Information Management
- Diploma in Occupational Therapy
List of certificate courses
- Certificate in Community Health Nursing
- Certificate in Medical Engineering
- Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology
- Certificate in Community Health Assistant
- Certificate in Public Health
- Certificate in Orthopaedic Trauma Medicine
- Certificate in Medical Emergency Technician
List of higher diploma courses
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery
- Health Promotion and Community Health
- Medical Education
These higher diploma courses are exclusively available to holders of the respective diploma qualifications.
KMTC entry requirements
KMTC admission requirements are based on cluster points derived from the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education exams.
Even so, minimum entry grades differs by programme and level of study:
- Diploma Programmes: A minimum KCSE mean grade of C (plain), with relevant subject combinations depending on your chosen course.
- Certificate Programmes: A minimum KCSE mean grade of C- (minus), again with specific cluster subject requirements.
- Higher Diploma Programmes: Applicants must hold a Diploma in the relevant field from a recognised institution.
- Upgrading Courses: Candidates must hold a Certificate in the respective field.
For instance, to qualify for the popular Diploma in Nursing, you need a KCSE mean grade of C with a C in English or Kiswahili, Biology, and either Mathematics or Physics.
KMTC admissions process
KMTC intakes are held twice a year, in March and September. Here is a step-by-step overview of the admission process:
- Visit www.kmtc.ac.ke or the KUCCPS portal and create an account.
- Select your preferred course and campus (for parallel students).
- Upload the required documents: national ID or birth certificate, KCSE result slip or certificate, and passport-size photographs.
- Pay the application fee as instructed on the portal.
- Wait for the selection results, which are typically published on the portal.
- Upon selection, report to the allocated campus with original documents for verification and registration.
KMTC offers two categories of admission: Regular (government-sponsored, subsidised fees, no campus choice) and Parallel (self-sponsored, non-subsidised fees, campus of choice available, no accommodation option).
KMTC fees structure
KMTC fees are regulated by the government and are among the most affordable for medical training in the region.
Below is an overview of the fee structure for the 2026/2027 academic year, inclusive of registration, examination, library, ICT, and activity fees.
Government-sponsored (regular) Students
| Year | Fees |
| 1 | Ksh 82,200 |
| 2 | Ksh 78,000 |
| 3 | Ksh 78,000 |
Self-Sponsored (parallel) students
A diploma in Nursing can cost between Ksh 70,000 and Ksh 120,000 per year for tuition alone.
Additional charges cover skills lab fees, meals, and accommodation.
KMTC contacts
| Telephone | |
| Website | www.kmtc.ac.ke |
| P.O. Box | 30195-00100, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Address | KMTC Headquarters, Old Mbagathi Road (opp. Kenyatta National Hospital), NRB |
In conclusion, KMTC courses remain the backbone of Kenya’s healthcare workforce with affordable fees and widely accessible campuses in various parts of the country. The institution is indeed an excellent launch pad for a rewarding career in healthcare.
