KMTC Invites Applications for Pharmacy Course, Outlines Reasons for Its High Market Demand

KMTC Invites Applications for Pharmacy Course, Outlines Reasons for Its High Market Demand

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With the March 2025 intake still available, KMTC is encouraging prospective students to submit their applications.

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has invited potential students to apply for the Pharmacy course, promoting it as one of the most marketable and fulfilling career paths.

In a statement issued on Thursday, April 24, KMTC highlighted the various opportunities that will be available to graduates of this program.

The institution pointed out that pharmacy graduates can find employment in leading pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and even non-governmental organizations.

“Pharmacy is one of the most marketable and rewarding careers available today, providing diverse local and international opportunities.

“Graduates have jobs in top pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, research institutions, regulatory agencies, and even NGOs,” the institution explained.

KMTC also emphasized the essential role that pharmacy technicians have within the healthcare system, from dispensing medications and advising patients to handling administrative duties.

“Pharmacy technicians are crucial in dispensing medications, providing patient advice, and managing administrative responsibilities in pharmaceutical practice.

“Pharmacists also play a role in public health programs, clinical trials, health policy, insurance, and academic research, making it a dynamic and future-proof career,” the institution remarked.

With the March 2025 intake still available, KMTC is urging prospective students to submit their applications.

Comprehensive application details can be found on the KUCCPS student portal at https://students. kuccps. net/programmes/search-kmtc/.

This statement follows about two months after KMTC CEO Kelly Oluoch mentioned that the institution is experiencing a rise in demand for its graduates in international markets, particularly in the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK).

He pointed out that courses such as Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Medicine, and Medical Laboratory Sciences are currently in high demand, with Nutrition and Dietetics also gaining popularity.

“While nursing has historically led recruitment demands, we are now seeing a growing interest in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Medicine, and Medical Laboratory Sciences. Other areas like Nutrition and Dietetics, among others, are also starting to get noticed,” he remarked.

Oluoch attributed the increasing demand to the rising global requirement for healthcare professionals, spurred by aging populations, an increase in non-communicable diseases, and workforce shortages.

He highlighted that bilateral labor agreements between Kenya and major global partners, such as the UK and Germany, have established organized pathways for Kenyan health professionals to work overseas.

“We have assigned additional staff to expedite job verification requests, ensuring that our graduates are able to secure opportunities promptly,” Oluoch concluded.