Established in 2004, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) College of Health Sciences has grown to become one of Kenya’s premier health training institutions. Initially started as an Enrolled Community Nurse Training Centre, it received accreditation in 2009 to offer a broader range of health-related courses. The college provides a range of higher diploma, diploma, and certificate courses, designed to address the evolving needs of Kenya’s healthcare sector. Below is a comprehensive guide to the courses offered and their respective fee structures.
Higher Diploma Courses
- Higher Diploma in Accident & Emergency Nursing
- Entry Requirements: KRN/KRN/M, KRCHN, or BSCN/BSN, 2 years of nursing experience, valid practicing licence, KCSE mean grade C plain or equivalent, recommendation letter.
- Duration: 1 year (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 192,675
- Higher Diploma in Nephrology Nursing
- Entry Requirements: Same as Accident & Emergency Nursing.
- Duration: 1 year (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 192,675
- Higher Diploma in Critical Care Nursing
- Entry Requirements: Same as Accident & Emergency Nursing.
- Duration: 1 year (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 192,675
- Higher Diploma in Perioperative Nursing
- Entry Requirements: Same as Accident & Emergency Nursing.
- Duration: 1 year (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 192,675
- Higher Diploma in Oncology Nursing
- Entry Requirements: Same as Accident & Emergency Nursing.
- Duration: 1 year (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 192,675
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery (Nephrology)
- Entry Requirements: Registered with Clinical Officers’ Council, 2 years of experience, KCSE mean grade C, recommendation letter.
- Duration: 18 months (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 220,500
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery (Palliative and Hospice Care)
- Entry Requirements: Same as Nephrology.
- Duration: 18 months (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 220,500
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery (Child Health & Paediatrics)
- Entry Requirements: Same as Nephrology.
- Duration: 18 months (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 220,500
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery (Mental Health & Psychiatry)
- Entry Requirements: Same as Nephrology.
- Duration: 18 months (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 220,500
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery (Chronic Disease Management)
- Entry Requirements: Same as Nephrology.
- Duration: 18 months (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 220,500
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery (Medical Oncology)
- Entry Requirements: Same as Nephrology.
- Duration: 18 months (Full time)
- Fee: Ksh 220,500
Diploma Courses
- Diploma in Kenya Registered Nursing (KRN)
- Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade C (Plain), C in Biology, English/Kiswahili, C- in Maths/Physical Sciences.
- Duration: 3 years (Full time)
- Fee: Year 1 – Ksh 94,500, Year 2 – Ksh 97,125, Year 3 – Ksh 97,125
- Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (In-Service) by Distance Learning (KRCHN)
- Entry Requirements: Must be an Enrolled Community Health Nurse, Division III or D+, valid practising licence, recommendation letter.
- Duration: 2 years (Part-time)
- Fee: Ksh 155,400
- Diploma in Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine
- Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade C, C in English/Kiswahili, C- in Biology, C- in Maths/Physics.
- Duration: 3 years (Full time)
- Fee: Year 1 – Ksh 94,500, Year 2 – Ksh 97,125, Year 3 – Ksh 97,125
- Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology
- Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade C, C in English/Kiswahili, C- in Maths, D+ in Biology.
- Duration: 3 years (Full time)
- Fee: Year 1 – Ksh 94,500, Year 2 – Ksh 97,125, Year 3 – Ksh 97,125
- Diploma in Medical Rehabilitation Speech-Language Therapy
- Entry Requirements: C in English/Kiswahili, C- in Biology, Chemistry, Maths/Physics.
- Duration: 3 years (Full time)
- Fee: Year 1 – Ksh 94,500, Year 2 – Ksh 97,125, Year 3 – Ksh 97,125
Certificate Courses
- Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology
- Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade C-, C- in English/Kiswahili, D in Biology, D- in Maths.
- Duration: 2 years (Full time)
- Fee: Year 1 – Ksh 84,000, Year 2 – Ksh 73,500
- Certificate in Anesthetic Assistant
- Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade D, recommendation letter from anaesthetist.
- Duration: 6 months coursework, 3 months attachment
- Fee: Ksh 105,000
- Certificate in Mortician Services
- Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade D.
- Duration: 6 months coursework, 3 months attachment
- Fee: Ksh 105,000
Contact Information
For more details on courses, fee policies, or other inquiries, you can contact MTRH College of Health Sciences using the following channels:
- Phone: 0710 510 295 or 053-2033474
- Email: admissions@mtrh.go.ke
Please note that fees are subject to change, so it is advisable to confirm before applying.
