Mr. Bernard Gitau is the Principal for Karuri Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, located at Karuri Ward, Kiambaa Sub-County in Kiambu County County.
This page contains the updated details concerning the 2020/2021 intakes, admissions process, courses and programs, fee structure, student population, and working contact details for the Karuri Campus KMTC College.
Karuri Campus KMTC Location
The Karuri Campus Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is one of the 71 KMTC Colleges in Kenya. As stated, the college is located at Karuri Ward, Kiambaa Sub-County in Kiambu County County. It is headed by Principal Mr. Bernard Gitau.
This college became operational from 1963.
2020/2021 Karuri Campus KMTC Intake and Admissions Details
In order to join the Karuri Kenya Medical Training College, you have to apply online through the KMTC website: https://www.kmtc.ac.ke.
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 Karuri Campus KMTC or any nearest KMTC Campus in Kenya for help with the application process.
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Karuri Campus KMTC Student Population
This campus hosts a student population of over 260. However, the number is expected to increase with future intakes.
Karuri 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 Karuri Campus offers both Certificate and Diploma Courses.
Here are the courses offered at Karuri Campus
• Certificate in Environmental Health Sciences Pre-service
• Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences
• Diploma in Medical Social Work Pre-service
• Upgrading Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences
More Courses to be offered in the campus in future includes:
Karuri 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.
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Karuri 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).
Karuri 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 Karuri 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 – Karuri Campus Principal Details
The campus is managed by Mr. Bernard Gitau who is the Principal. The Principal’s office can be reached through phone number(s): 0208018399/0795542643 , or email address karuri@kmtc.ac.ke.
Karuri Campus KMTC Phone and Other Contact Details
Use the following official details to contact KMTC Karuri Campus:
- Official Postal Address: The Principal, KMTC Karuri Campus, P. O. BOX 765-00219 Karuri.
- Working Phone Contacts: 0208018399/0795542643.
- Official Email Address: karuri@kmtc.ac.ke.
Karuri Campus KMTC Clinical Training Stations/Sites
Other than using the next to the Campus, students also use Rural Health facilities within and outside Kiambu County County for their clinical experience. These clinical areas include:
Our environmental health students go for clinical placement at the Public Health Departments in the Counties across the country while Medical Social worker students are placed in major hospitals in the country for their clinical experience.
In order for our students to gain a hands-on experience and specialized placement, the various County Teaching and Referral Hospitals are also used.
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Available Facilities at Karuri Campus KMTC
Karuri Campus has the following facilities for use by both staff and students:
• Well-stocked library
• Well-equipped computer lab
• Well-quipped skills laboratory
• Lecture Halls
• Hostel block
• Sanitation facilities
• Reliable supply of water and electricity
Karuri 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.
• Christian Union
• Seventh Day Adventist
• Young Muslim Students
• Catholic Action
• Environmental Club
• Chess club
• Outdoor and indoor games
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