Diploma in animal health and production (Requirements+schools)

A diploma in animal health and production equips you with the knowledge and skills required to ensure the well-being and productivity of animals.

In Kenya, the course is regulated by the Kenya Veterinary Board a board that oversees training, registration, and practice of veterinary medicine and animal health.

The course covers subjects in Animal physiology and anatomy, animal nutrition, animal diseases and parasites, animal breeding, reproduction, farm management etcetera.

In this article, we will turn the spotlight on all institutions accredited by the Kenya Veterinary Board to offer diploma in animal health and production and admission requirements.

Institutions offering diploma in Animal Health and production in Kenya

You can enroll in the course at any of the following institutions.

1. Egerton University.
2. Mt. Kenya University.
3. Chuka University
4. Baraton College
5. AHITI (Kabete, Nyahururu, and Ndomba)
6. Pwani University
7. Kisii University
8. Kisii National Polytechnic
9. Bukura Agricultural College

Admission requirements

The following are the admission requirements for a diploma in animal health and production in Kenya.

1. At least C plain in KCSE.
2. C plain in biology.
3. C minus in chemistry.
4. C minus in either maths, physics, or agriculture.

Career options

The following are the career options available for you.

1. Veterinary pharmacist.
2. Veterinary para-professional.
3. Farm manager.
4. Animal laboratory specialist.
5. Livestock/ranch manager.
6. Animal health research.
7. Animal breeder.
8. Zoo care specialist.

Important note

With a diploma in animal health and production, you will be eligible to enrol for a bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine.

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