Ms.Rachael N. Lomechu is the Principal for Lodwar Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, located at 200 meters east of Lodwar County Teaching and Referral Hospital, on Kakuma-Lokichoggio road in Turkana County in Turkana 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 Lodwar Campus KMTC College.
Lodwar Campus KMTC Location
The Lodwar Campus Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is one of the 71 KMTC Colleges in Kenya. As stated, the college is located at 200 meters east of Lodwar County Teaching and Referral Hospital, on Kakuma-Lokichoggio road in Turkana County in Turkana County. It is headed by Principal Ms.Rachael N. Lomechu.
This college became operational from way back.
2020/2021 Lodwar Campus KMTC Intake and Admissions Details
In order to join the Lodwar 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 Lodwar Campus KMTC or any nearest KMTC Campus in Kenya for help with the application process.
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Lodwar Campus KMTC Student Population
This campus hosts a student population of over 542. However, the number is expected to increase with future intakes.
Lodwar 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 Lodwar Campus offers both Certificate and Diploma Courses.
Here are the courses offered at Lodwar Campus
• Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Certificate in Nursing
• Diploma in Health Promotion
• Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
More Courses to be offered in the campus in future includes:
Lodwar 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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Lodwar 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).
Lodwar 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 Lodwar 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 – Lodwar Campus Principal Details
The campus is managed by Ms.Rachael N. Lomechu who is the Principal. The Principal’s office can be reached through phone number(s): 020-8018398 , or email address lodwar@kmtc.ac.ke.
Lodwar Campus KMTC Phone and Other Contact Details
Use the following official details to contact KMTC Lodwar Campus:
- Official Postal Address: The Principal, KMTC Lodwar Campus, P.O. BOX 126-30500 Lodwar.
- Working Phone Contacts: 020-8018398.
- Official Email Address: lodwar@kmtc.ac.ke.
Lodwar Campus KMTC Clinical Training Stations/Sites
Other than using the Lodwar County Teaching and Referral Hospital (LCRH) next to the Campus, students also use Rural Health facilities within and outside Turkana County for their clinical experience. These clinical areas include:
• Lodwar County Teaching and Referral Hospital (LCRH) • Our students are attached to Bungoma, Nakuru, Giligil, Katilu, A.I.C Lokichoggio and Lokichar health centers, as well as local health facilities
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 Lodwar Campus KMTC
Lodwar Campus has the following facilities for use by both staff and students:
• Computer and skills laboratories, hostels, classes, conference room, library and dining hall are all available.
• The construction of a hostel building by Turkana County Government, is expected to further boost our efforts in making KMTC Lodwar a health training hub in the Northern region.
• Our staff quarters are situated near the Campus
• Our skills labs, equipped with life-like models
Lodwar 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.
• Volleyball • Football • Basketball • Rugby • Netball • Darts • Table tennis • Chess • Scrabble or Badminton • President’s Award
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