KMTC Diploma in Nursing requirements, Fee structure 2024

The KMTC diploma in nursing is one of the most sought-after courses in the medical college. This is due to high training and graduates’ employability.

Nursing graduates from Kenya Medical Training have gained global recognition. Nurses trained in the institution are eligible to work in developed countries like the UK and the USA.

In this article, we will look at all nursing courses in Kenya offered at KMTC and other colleges plus their entry requirements. Buckle up.

KMTC diploma in nursing programs

The following are diploma-level nursing specialties offered at the Kenya Medical Training College.

1. Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (Pre-service).
2. Diploma in Kenya Registered Nursing Mental Health and Psychiatry Nursing.
3. Diploma in Kenya Registered Nurse.
4. Diploma in Kenya Registered Nurse/Midwifery (KRN/M).
5. Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (Upgrading from Enrolled Community Health Nurse).
6. Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (Upgrading from Enrolled Community Health Nursing).
7. Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (Upgrading from Enrolled Nurse /Midwife).

Diploma nursing courses take three years to complete.

Upgrading to diploma

If you already hold a certificate in Nursing you can upgrade to a diploma in nursing.

Upgrading programs take 1.5 years on a full-time basis or 2 years if a student opts for distance learning.

KMTC certificate in Nursing requirements.

1. KCSE mean grade of C minus.
2. C minus in languages (English or Kiswahili).
3. C minus in biology or biological sciences.
4. D plus in either chemistry, mathematics, or physics/physical sciences.

The KMTC certificate in nursing course takes 2 years to complete. Once you’ve completed the course, you will be awarded a certificate in enrolled community health nursing. From here certificate holders can upgrade to a diploma after registering with The Nursing Council of Kenya.

KMTC nursing fee structure

KMTC nursing fees structure for regular and self-sponsored students.

YEAR	Amount Ksh.(Regular)	Amount Ksh.(Self-sponsored)
1	80, 700	120, 700
2	78, 000	118, 000
3	78, 000	118, 000
4	39, 000	59, 000

Nursing students are required to pay KSh. 1, 500 for skills lab manuals and materials.

KMTC students are encouraged to pay applicable year fees in full at the beginning of the academic year BUT they can pay in installments i.e. first semester and second semester.

All students are also required to have an NHIF cover or present a copy of parent’s NHIF card during admission.

KMTC account number

KMTC account numbers for fees payment

BANK NAME	ACCOUNT NAME	ACCOUNT NUMBERS FOR FEES PAYMENT
National Bank, Hospital Branch, Nairobi.	KMTC Central Collection Account	01003086514000
Kenya Commercial Bank, Moi Avenue Branch, Nairobi	KMTC Holding Account	1158030274

NOTE THAT:

Deposits can be made at any branch countrywide.
Direct cash payment to the collage WILL NOT be accepted.

Other Nursing courses in Kenya

The following are other nursing specialities offered in Kenya nursing schools

1. Bachelor of Nursing
2. Diploma in Kenya Registered Perioperative Nursing
3. Diploma in Kenya registered critical care nurse
4. Certificate in Kenya enrolled nursing

We have covered in depth all nursing courses in Kenya, their entry requirements, and institutions. Follow the link for full information.

Final thoughts on KMTC Diploma in Nursing requirements

A diploma in Nursing offered at KMTC is one of the most promising health courses in Kenya.

To get a slot in the program, one needs to have scored a mean grade of C plain in KCSE with C plain in one Kiswahili/English, C plain in biology, and C minus in either chemistry, physics, or mathematics.

If you didn’t meet the cut for a diploma, then you can start with a certificate in nursing and later upgrade to a diploma.

School fees are manageable considering that the government offers student loans through HELB and HEF. Furthermore, one can receive academic funding through county bursaries.

Find all KMTC nursing campuses HERE.