Ms. Florence Wangechi Maina is the Principal for Mathare Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, located at Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital in Nairobi 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 Mathare Campus KMTC College.
Mathare Campus KMTC Location
The Mathare Campus Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is one of the 71 KMTC Colleges in Kenya. As stated, the college is located at Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital in Nairobi County. It is headed by Principal Ms. Florence Wangechi Maina.
This college became operational from 1961.
2020/2021 Mathare Campus KMTC Intake and Admissions Details
In order to join the Mathare 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 Mathare Campus KMTC or any nearest KMTC Campus in Kenya for help with the application process.
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Mathare Campus KMTC Student Population
This campus hosts a student population of over 330. However, the number is expected to increase with future intakes.
Mathare 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 Mathare Campus offers both Certificate and Diploma Courses.
Here are the courses offered at Mathare Campus
• Diploma in Kenya Registered Nursing (Mental Health and Psychiatry) • Higher Diploma in Kenya Registered Nursing Psychiatry
• Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine – Mental Health and Psychiatry
• Higher Diploma in Addiction Science
More Courses to be offered in the campus in future includes:
• Orientation to Mental Health and psychiatry • Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Psychiatry- 6 weeks
• Mental Health for the Elderly-2 weeks
• Forensic Psychiatry – 2 weeks
• Health Counseling for Health Service Providers- 6 months distance (Blended learning)
Mathare 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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Mathare 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).
Mathare 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 Mathare 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 – Mathare Campus Principal Details
The campus is managed by Ms. Florence Wangechi Maina who is the Principal. The Principal’s office can be reached through phone number(s): 020-2391315 , or email address mathari@kmtc.ac.ke.
Mathare Campus KMTC Phone and Other Contact Details
Use the following official details to contact KMTC Mathare Campus:
- Official Postal Address: The Principal, KMTC Mathare Campus, P.O. BOX 46028-00100
Nairobi. - Working Phone Contacts: 020-2391315.
- Official Email Address: mathari@kmtc.ac.ke.
Mathare Campus KMTC Clinical Training Stations/Sites
Other than using the Mathare Mental Hospital next to the Campus, students also use Rural Health facilities within and outside Nairobi County for their clinical experience. These clinical areas include:
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 Mathare Campus KMTC
Mathare Campus has the following facilities for use by both staff and students:
• College bus •Classrooms
• Library
•Computer lab
•Administration Block • Hostel
Mathare 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
• Catholic Action
• Muslim society
• Seventh Day Adventist club
• Environmental club
• Sports:- Football , volleyball, darts, netball, badminton and athletics.
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