Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Garissa Campus was established in 1980 and is one of the leading medical training institutions in Garissa County. The campus is strategically located with two sections: the Upper Campus near Garissa County Teaching and Referral Hospital and the Lower Campus located near the GK Prison, mainly used for student accommodation.
KMTC Garissa offers a variety of health-related courses, including diploma and certificate programs. Below is a comprehensive list of the courses offered, along with their requirements and durations.
Courses Offered at KMTC Garissa Campus
1. Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery
- Requirements:
- Mean Grade C
- C in English or Kiswahili
- C in Biology/Biological Sciences
- C- in Chemistry/Physical Sciences
- C- in any one of the following: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences
- Duration: 3 years
2. Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN)
- Requirements:
- Mean Grade C
- C in English or Kiswahili
- C in Biology/Biological Sciences
- C- in any one of the following: Chemistry or Physics/Physical Science or Mathematics
- Duration: 3 years
3. Certificate in Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nursing (KECHN)
- Requirements:
- Mean Grade C-
- C- in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences
- D+ in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, or Mathematics
- Duration: 2 years
4. Diploma in Community Health Nursing (KECHN) (Upgrading from Certificate to Diploma, through distance learning)
- Requirements:
- Certificate in Enrolled Nurse and Certificate in Enrolled Midwifery
- Registration by the Nursing Council of Kenya
- 2 Years post-graduation experience
- Duration: 2 years
Clinical Experience Sites
KMTC Garissa Campus provides a practical learning experience by partnering with several healthcare facilities within and outside Garissa County. The clinical experience sites for students include:
- Garissa County Referral Hospital
- Githongo Level 4 Hospital
- Iftin Sub-County Hospital
- Kangeto Health Centre
- Kanyakine Sub-District Hospital
- Kirua Mission Hospital
- Madina Health Centre
- Madogo Health Centre
- Mbeu Health Centre
- Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital
- Mikumbune Sub-District Hospital
- Muthuro Health Centre
- Runi Health Centre
Facilities at KMTC Garissa Campus
KMTC Garissa is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities designed to support the academic and practical needs of students. Some of the facilities available include:
- A well-stocked library
- A well-equipped skills lab
- Administration block
- Spacious classrooms
- Conference rooms
- Hostel block for student accommodation
Contact Information
For more details about the courses, requirements, or inquiries, contact KMTC Garissa Campus using the information below:
- Phone: 0721-441226
- Email: [email protected]