KMTC Announces Fully Funded Scholarships for Specialised Health Training
The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has officially opened applications for several fully funded scholarship programs aimed at strengthening the country’s healthcare workforce. The initiatives, launched in late February 2026, target both specialised health professionals and students from marginalised communities.
KMTC partnerships
In an effort to boost specialised medicine, KMTC has partnered with the Ministry of Health and the East Africa Centre of Excellence in Urology and Nephrology (EACE-UN) to offer scholarships for the March 2026 intake.
Funded by the African Development Bank and the Government of Kenya, this program addresses the rising demand for renal and urological care. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend for successful candidates.
The specialised courses available under this scheme include:
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Higher Diplomas: Medical Engineering (Dialysis, Therapeutic, and Diagnostic Equipment), Clinical Medicine and Surgery (Nephrology), Nephrology Nursing, Renal Nutrition, and Renal Technology.
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Short Courses: A six-month intensive program in Renal Transplant Nursing.
Support for marginalised communities and refugees
Simultaneously, KMTC has renewed its partnership with the UNHCR and the County Government of Turkana to provide scholarships for a Certificate in Community Health Nursing.
Based at the Lodwar Campus, this two-year program is specifically designed for residents of Turkana County and refugees living in the Kakuma and Kalobeyei camps. The goal is to empower local youth to provide essential nursing services within their own communities.
Eligibility and application requirements
The college has set clear guidelines for those wishing to benefit from these opportunities. For the specialised nephrology scholarships, priority is given to:
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County Government employees with at least three years of experience.
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Registered health professionals with approval and release from their respective counties.
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KMTC staff seeking further specialisation.
All applicants are required to submit a handwritten essay of no more than 200 words explaining why they deserve the scholarship and how they intend to serve their community after graduation. For the UNHCR program, local applicants must provide an introduction letter from their area Chief, while refugees require a letter from a camp manager or UNHCR official.
Key deadline
Applications for these scholarship programs must be submitted through the KMTC admissions portal no later than March 15, 2026.
KMTC Chief Executive Officer, Dr Kelly Oluoch, emphasised that these scholarships are subject to the availability of funds and encouraged eligible candidates to apply promptly.
“These programs represent a significant step in advancing Kenya’s healthcare system by offering professionals a chance to upgrade their skills while ensuring no community is left behind,” the institution stated.
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