The Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, offeres the Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) Program. This is a 3-year program that prepares KMTC students to provide critical pre-hospital care, trauma response, and emergency medical services. To qualify for this course, you must have a minimum KCSE mean grade of C (Plain) or equivalent, with with a D+ (plus) in either Biology or Biological Sciences. The Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology equips you with skills for ambulance services, hospitals, and disaster response teams.
Key Details of KMTC Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology:
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- Duration: 3 years.
- Requirements: A minimum KCSE mean grade of C (Plain) or equivalent, with with a D+ (plus) in either Biology or Biological Sciences.
- Upgrading Option: A 2-year upgrade program exists for those with a Certificate in Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology.
- Training Areas: Ambulance services, emergency departments, NGOs, disaster response units, and county EMS.
- Core Competencies: Patient assessment, trauma care, emergency childbirth, and resuscitation.
- Application: Done through the KUCCPS Student Portal.
Why Choose Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology Course:
The program meets the growing demand for structured emergency responses under Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Kenya. It provides a direct path into a fast-paced, high-impact career in, or, supporting, the medical field.
KMTC CAMPUS OFFERING MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY COURSE
Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology is available in the following KMTC Campuses:
- Kakamega – Navakholo Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, Campus,
- Kapenguria Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, Campus,
- Makindu Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, Campus,
- Mombasa Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, Campus and
- Nairobi Kenya Medical Training College, KMTC, Campus
A FULL LIST OF ALL THE KMTC CAMPUS AND THEIR COMPLETE DETAILS.
Below is a full list of all the KMTC Campuses in Kenya. Click on each link to read all the details on each campus, incluiding: The Campus Location, Courses Offered, Contacts and Year it was Started:
- Kmtc – Awendo Campus
- Kmtc – Bomet Campus
- Kmtc – Bondo Campus
- Kmtc – Bungoma Campus
- Kmtc – Burnt Forest Campus
- Kmtc – Busia Campus
- Kmtc – Butula Campus
- Kmtc – Chemolingot Campus
- Kmtc – Chuka Campus
- Kmtc – Chwele Campus
- Kmtc – Eldoret Campus
- Kmtc – Embu Campus
- Kmtc – Garissa Campus
- Kmtc – Gatundu – Mutunguru Satellite
- Kmtc – Gatundu Campus
- Kmtc – Homa Bay – Mbita Satellite
- Kmtc – Homa Bay Campus
- Kmtc – Imenti Campus
- Kmtc – Isiolo Campus
- Kmtc – Iten Campus
- Kmtc – Kabarnet Campus
- Kmtc – Kakamega – Ikolomani Satellite
- Kmtc – Kakamega – Malaba Satellite
- Kmtc – Kakamega – Navakholo Campus
- Kmtc – Kakamega Campus
- Kmtc – Kangema Campus
- Kmtc – Kangundo Campus
- Kmtc – Kapenguria Campus
- Kmtc – Kapkatet Campus
- Kmtc – Kaptumo Campus
- Kmtc – Karen – Nairobi Campus
- Kmtc – Karuri Campus
- Kmtc – Kerio Valley Campus
- Kmtc – Kilifi Campus
- Kmtc – Kinangop Campus
- Kmtc – Kisii Campus
- Kmtc – Kisumu Campus Campus
- Kmtc – Kitale Campus
- Kmtc – Kitui – Mutomo Campus
- Kmtc – Kitui Campus
- Kmtc – Kombewa Campus
- Kmtc – Kuria Campus
- Kmtc – Kwale Campus
- Kmtc – Lake Victoria Campus
- Kmtc – Lamu Campus
- Kmtc – Lodwar Campus
- Kmtc – Loitokitok Campus
- Kmtc – Lugari Campus
- Kmtc – Machakos Campus
- Kmtc – Makindu Campus
- Kmtc – Makueni – Mbuvo Campus
- Kmtc – Makueni Campus
- Kmtc – Mandera Campus
- Kmtc – Manza Campus
- Kmtc – Marimanti Campus
- Kmtc – Marsabit Campus
- Kmtc – Mathare Campus
- Kmtc – Maua Campus
- Kmtc – Mbooni Campus
- Kmtc – Meru – Miathene Satellite
- Kmtc – Meru Campus
- Kmtc – Migori Campus
- Kmtc – Molo Campus
- Kmtc – Mombasa Campus
- Kmtc – Mosoriot Campus
- Kmtc – Msambweni Campus
- Kmtc – Murang’a Campus
- Kmtc – Mwingi Campus
- Kmtc – Nairobi Campus
- Kmtc – Nakuru Campus
- Kmtc – Narok Campus
- Kmtc – Ndhiwa Campus
- Kmtc – Nyahururu Campus
- Kmtc – Nyamache Campus
- Kmtc – Nyamira Campus
- Kmtc – Nyandarua Campus
- Kmtc – Nyeri – Mukuruweini Satellite
- Kmtc – Nyeri Campus
- Kmtc – Othaya Campus
- Kmtc – Port Reitz Campus
- Kmtc – Rachuonyo
- Kmtc – Rera
- Kmtc – Shianda – Mumias
- Kmtc – Siaya
- Kmtc – Sigowet
- Kmtc – Tana River
- Kmtc – Taveta
- Kmtc – Teso
- Kmtc – Thika
- Kmtc – Trans-Mara
- Kmtc – Ugenya
- Kmtc – Ugunja
- Kmtc – Vihiga
- Kmtc – Voi
- Kmtc – Wajir
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KMTC FEES
A regular Kenyan students admitted by KMTC pays a total fees of KES 82,200 in Year 1 and KES 78,000 in Years 2 and 3.
The Latest Official KMTC Fees Structure
The following fee structure is taken directly from the KMTC Official Fee Structure Document for the current Academic Year, signed by the KMTC CEO. These are the most accurate and authoritative figures available.
Regular Kenyan Students (3-Year Diploma)
| Fee Item | Year 1 Sem 1 (KES) | Year 1 Sem 2 (KES) | Year 1 Total (KES) | Year 2 Total (KES) | Year 3 Total (KES) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 2,000 | — | 2,000 | — | — |
| Processing Fee | 1,500 | — | 1,500 | — | — |
| Activity Fee | 1,000 | 1,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Examination Fee | 5,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Library and ICT | 2,000 | 2,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| Tuition Fee | 15,000 | 15,000 | 30,000 | 30,000 | 30,000 |
| Research & Development | 5,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Transport Fee | 6,000 | 6,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 |
| Maintenance Fee | 5,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Student ID Card | 700 | — | 700 | — | — |
| TOTAL | 43,200 | 39,000 | 82,200 | 78,000 | 78,000 |
Total 3-Year Diploma Cost (Regular Kenyan): KES 238,200
Additional charges for specific courses:
- Community Health Nursing students: Skills Lab Fee — KES 1,500 (Year 1)
- Clinical Medicine students: Skills Lab Fee — KES 2,750 (Year 1)
- Nutrition and Dietetics students: Student Logbook — KES 500 (Year 1)
- Environmental Health Sciences students: Student Logbook — KES 500 (Year 1)
East African Students (Non-Kenyan EAC Citizens)
| Year 1 Annual (KES) | Year 2 Annual (KES) | Year 3 Annual (KES) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Component | 70,000 | 70,000 | 70,000 |
| Total Annual Fees | 122,200 | 118,000 | 118,000 |
Total 3-Year Diploma Cost (East African): KES 358,200
Foreign Students (Non-EAC International)
| Year 1 Annual (KES) | Year 2 Annual (KES) | Year 3 Annual (KES) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Component | 200,000 | 200,000 | 200,000 |
| Total Annual Fees | 252,200 | 248,000 | 248,000 |
In-Service Students (Kenyan Healthcare Workers Upgrading)
Working healthcare professionals upgrading their qualifications pay the same rates as foreign students for tuition, making this the most expensive local category.
| Year 1 Annual (KES) | Year 2 Annual (KES) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Annual Fees | 252,200 | 248,000 |
In-Service (E-Learning) Students
| Year 1 Annual (KES) | Year 2 Annual (KES) | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Component | 70,000 | 70,000 |
| Total Annual Fees | 122,200 | 118,000 |
Higher Diploma Fees
| Fee Item | Year 1 Annual (KES) | Year 2 Annual (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Health Service Management Fee | 10,000 (Year 1 only) | — |
| Total Annual Fees | 132,200 | 118,000 |
Higher Diploma in Palliative Nursing Care (Special Programme): Total cost: KES 147,500 (5 modules at KES 25,000 per module + registration, processing, examination, and maintenance fees)
Accommodation Fees
| Room Type | Category | Cost (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Room | Normal Students Hostel | 30,000 per semester |
| Single Room | Single Student | 50,000 per semester |
Accommodation availability and exact rates vary by campus. Confirm directly with your campus upon reporting.
In-Service CHEWS (6-Month Programme)
| Total Cost | KES 60,000 |
|---|
Covers registration (KES 2,000), processing (KES 1,500), ID (KES 700), examination (KES 10,000), tuition (KES 35,000), research (KES 5,000), transport (KES 5,000), and maintenance (KES 800).
Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (Distance/E-Learning)
Total Cost: KES 122,500 — covering 4 modules at KES 25,000 per module plus administrative fees.
How to Pay KMTC Fees (2026 Official Method)
KMTC processes all payments exclusively through the Jiunge Platform, which integrates with the government paybill number 222222.
Step-by-step payment process:
- Visit jiunge.com and click on “Pay Fees”
- Sign up and verify your account via email
- Log in using the OTP sent to your email (expires in 30 seconds)
- Search for “Kenya Medical Training College”
- Enter your registration number and click “Add”
- Click “View Services” then “Tuition Fees (Tap & Pay)”
- Enter the amount and choose your payment mode (M-Pesa or bank)
- Confirm and initiate payment with your M-Pesa PIN
Instalment option: Students may pay in two instalments — a first instalment of KES 129,700 on or before registration, and KES 124,000 on or before commencement of the second semester.
How to apply for KMTC Placement via KUCCPS
Placement for regular KMTC Students in done by Kuccps. Applications are done online via the KUCCPS student portal (students.kuccps.ac.ke). You can apply for pre-service, upgrading, and higher diploma courses. Ensure you meet minimum entry requirements, select courses using program codes, and pay the application fee.
Steps to Apply for KMTC Intake (KUCCPS Method)
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- Log In: Go to the KUCCPS portal and log in using your KCSE index number, year, and password.
- Navigation: Select ‘KMTC Programmes’ to view available courses and requirements.
- To Apply: Go to the ‘KMTC Application’ tab, enter the program codes, and submit
- Pay: Follow the prompt to pay the application fee of Kshs 1,500
N/B: You can use the KUCCPS portal to track your placement status, revise application and download your admission letter.
