Garissa Campus KMTC Location
The Garissa Campus Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is one of the 71 KMTC Colleges in Kenya. The college is located at Garissa Town, and the Upper Campus that hosts both the tuition and administration offices, is located just next to the Garissa County Teaching and Referral Hospital. Students’ hostels are found near the GK Prison. in Garissa County. It is headed by Principal Mr. Alex Deche Mwatsuma.
This college became operational from 1980.
Garissa Campus KMTC Intake and Admissions Details
In order to join the Kenya Medical Training College, you have to apply online through the KMTC website: https://www.kmtc.ac.ke.
There are two intakes during an academic year, the March intake and the September intake.
Upon successful application, the candidate will join the college either in March or September.
How to Apply for KMTC March/September Intake with Applications Fee Details
All applications for either March or September intake are done online through the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) website: https://www.kmtc.ac.ke.
The application process is accompanied by an application fee of Kshs. 2022. Pay the amount using Safaricom MPESA pay bill No. 964150.
Call and Email Contacts for Inquiries on KMTC Admissions and Application
For any query or inquiry relating to the KMTC application process, use the following details:
- 0736993813
- 0736212060
- 0723000429
- 0723004516
Email: admissions@kmtc.ac.ke.
Alternatively, walk into Garissa Campus KMTC or any nearest KMTC Campus in Kenya for help with the application process.
Garissa Campus KMTC Student Population
This campus hosts a student population of over 710. However, the number is expected to increase with future intakes.
Garissa Campus KMTC Courses, Programmes, and Duration
Course duration for KMTC Certificate Courses is 2 years with the exception of nursing which takes 2 ½ years. 3 years for the Diploma Courses except Community Health Nursing which lasts 3 ½ years.
KMTC Garissa Campus offers both Certificate and Diploma Courses.
Here are the courses offered at Garissa Campus
- Certificate in Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nursing (KECHN)
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery
- Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN)
- Diploma in Community Health Nursing (KECHN) (Upgrading from Certificate to Diploma, through distance learning)
More Courses to be offered in the campus in future includes:
Garissa Campus KMTC Minimum Entry Requirements for Certificate, Diploma, and Higher Diploma Courses
The minimum entry requirement for admissions to pursue a KMTC Certificate Course is a minimum aggregate of C- in KCSE. In addition, specific qualifications in cluster subjects will be looked into.
For Diploma Courses: a minimum mean grade of C plain (or its equivalent) in KCSE is mandatory, in addition, a combination of other subjects such as English, Kiswahili, Biology, Biological Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Physical Sciences, matters a lot.
Higher Diploma Courses require a minimum of a basic Diploma in relevant fields, and at least a minimum of two years working experience.
Garissa Campus KMTC Fees Structure and Payment Details
The KMTC fee structure is categorized into two based on the student admissions criteria, i.e, government-sponsored (Regular)or Self Sponsored students (Private).
Garissa KMTC Campus Fees Structure for Government Sponsored Students (Regular Students)
ITEM AMOUNT (KSHS.)
- Registration Fee 2,000
- Tuition Fee 30,000
- Examination Fee 10,000
- Activity Fee 7,000
- Research and Development Fee 10,000
- Maintenance Levy 9,000
- Library and ICT services 3,000
- Transport Levy 9,000
- Student Identity Card 700
TOTAL Fees for KMTC Regular Students KSHS. 80,700.
Kindly note that the above fee structure does not include the student accommodation fees. Accommodation fees shall be paid after successful admission on campus.
Kenya Medical Training College Garissa KMTC Campus Fees Structure for Self-Sponsored Students (Private Students)
ITEM AMOUNT (KSHS.)
- Registration Fee 2,000
- Tuition Fee 70,000
- Examination Fee 10,000
- Activity Fee 7,000
- Research and Development Fee 10,000
- Maintenance Levy 9,000
- Library and ICT services 3,000
- Transport Levy 9,000
- Student Identity Card 700
TOTAL Fees for KMTC Private Students KSHS. 120,700.
Kindly note that the above fee structure does not include the student accommodation fees. Accommodation fees shall be paid after successful admission on campus.
KMTC – Garissa Campus Principal Details
The campus is managed by Mr. Alex Deche Mwatsuma who is the Principal. The Principal’s office can be reached through phone number(s): 0715623150 , or email address garissa@kmtc.ac.ke.
Garissa Campus KMTC Phone and Other Contact Details
Use the following official details to contact KMTC Garissa Campus:
- Official Postal Address: The Principal, KMTC Garissa Campus, O. BOX 167- 70100 Garissa.
- Working Phone Contacts: 0715623150.
- Official Email Address: garissa@kmtc.ac.ke.
Garissa Campus KMTC Clinical Training Stations/Sites
Other than using the Garissa County Teaching and Referral Hospital next to the Campus, students also use Rural Health facilities within and outside Garissa County for their clinical experience. These clinical areas include:
- Garissa County Referral Hospital
- Iftin Sub-County Hospital
- Madina Health Centre
- Madogo Health Centre
- Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital
- Kangeto Health Centre
- Runi Health Centre
- Mbeu Health Centre
- Kanyakine Sub- District Hospital
- Githongo Level 4 Hospital
- Mikumbune Sub- District Hospital
- Muthuro Health Centre
- Kirua Mission Hospital
In order for our students to gain a hands-on experience and specialized placement, the various County Teaching and Referral Hospitals are also used.
Available Facilities at Garissa Campus KMTC
Garissa Campus has the following facilities for use by both staff and students:
- Well stocked library
- Well-equipped skills lab
- Administration block
- Spacious classrooms
- Conference rooms
- Hostel block
Garissa Campus KMTC Clubs and Activities
Students on the campus get involved in Sports, Societies, and Clubs, of their choice. There are numerous activities that a student can indulge in.
- Sports club
- Dance club
- Christian Union
- Young Catholic Students.
- Muslim Students Association.