Here are the updated 2023/2024 details on KMTC Lodwar Campus admissions process and procedure, courses and programs offered, the fees structure and payment details, college contacts, and the current student activities and population details.
Where is Lodwar Kenya Medical Training College KMTC Campus Located?
Lodwar Campus Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is located at 200 meters east of Lodwar County Teaching and Referral Hospital, on Kakuma-Lokichoggio road in Turkana County in Turkana County.
This college is one of the many KMTC colleges spread across Kenya. It is led by Ms.Rachael N. Lomechu who is the Principal.
2023/2024 Lodwar KMTC Campus Admissions Process and Requirements
To get the 2023/2024 admission to the Kenya Medical Training College Lodwar Campus, start by applying through the KMTC online portal: https://www.kmtc.ac.ke.
Lodwar KMTC Campus Application Dates and Deadlines
KMTC colleges offer two intakes within an academic year, i.e, the March, and the September intake.
Once the application is successful, the applicant will join the medical college either in March or September.
Procedure on How to Apply for 2023/2024 Lodwar KMTC Intake
Apply for March or September intake online via the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) online application website, use this link: https://admissions.kmtc.ac.ke/
KMTC Online Application Processing Fees, and Mpesa Pay Bill Number
When applying online for admission to Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), the process is accompanied by a processing fee of Ksh. 2022. This amount is paid through Safaricom’s MPESA pay bill No. 964150.
Call and Email Contacts for Inquiries on KMTC Admissions and Application
If you encounter any problem relating to the KMTC application process, use the following details as a contact:
Email Address: admissions@kmtc.ac.ke.
Phone Numbers:
- 0723000429
- 0736993813
- 0723004516
- 0736212060
Other than calling or emailing using the above contact details, an individual can visit Lodwar Campus KMTC or any other nearest KMTC Campus in Kenya for help with the application process.
Lodwar Campus KMTC Courses, and Duration
It will take you 2 years to complete a KMTC Certificate Course, except for a nursing certificate that lasts for a duration of 2 ½ years before completion. On the other hand, Diploma Courses take 3 years, except for Community Health Nursing diploma which takes 3 ½ years.
Lodwar KMTC Campus offers a number of Certificate and Diploma Courses.
What Medical Courses are offered at Lodwar KMTC Campus
• Diploma in Health Promotion
• Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Certificate in Nursing
Additional Courses expected to be offered within the campus in the near future includes:
Lodwar KMTC Campus Minimum Course Entry Requirements for Diploma, Certificate, and Higher Diploma Applicants
The minimum set entry requirement for admissions to KMTC to pursue a Certificate Course is a minimum KCSE aggregate of C-. In addition to the above grade, specific qualifications in cluster subjects have to be met.
In order to pursue a Diploma Course: 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, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Physical Sciences, will play a key role.
Lastly, Higher Diploma Courses require a minimum of a basic Diploma in relevant fields, and at least a minimum of two years of work experience.
Lodwar Campus KMTC Fees Structure and Payment Details for Government and Private Students
The Kenya Medical Training College fee structure is grouped into two, based on how the student got admitted to the college. The first group is the government-sponsored (Regular) students, and the second is the Self Sponsored students (Private).
Lodwar Campus KMTC Fees Structure for Government Sponsored Students (Regular Students)
The Regular KMTC students (government-sponsored) at Lodwar Campus, pay the following
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.
It is important to note that the above fee structure does not include the student accommodation fees.
The accommodation fees shall be paid after successful admission on campus.
Lodwar Campus KMTC 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.
Just as is the case with the government-sponsored students, the above fee structure does not include the student accommodation fees.
Note that the accommodation fees shall be paid upon successful admission to the campus.
Lodwar Campus KMTC Student Population
This Lodwar college became operational from .
Currently, the campus hosts a population of over 542 students. The population is expected to increase as more courses are introduced and more admissions made.
Who is the Lodwar KMTC Campus Principal?
Ms.Rachael N. Lomechu is the Lodwar Campus Principal.
The Principal’s office / college admistration can be contacted through: 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:
- Phone Contacts: 020-8018398.
- Official Postal Address:
The Principal, KMTC Lodwar Campus, P.O. BOX 126-30500 Lodwar.
- Official College Email Address: lodwar@kmtc.ac.ke.
Available Lodwar KMTC Campus Clinical Training Sites/Stations
The students use Lodwar County Teaching and Referral Hospital (LCRH) close to the Campus for their clinical experience. In addition, they also use the Rural Health facilities within and outside Turkana County.
These clinical areas available for use 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
For a more hands-on experience and specialized placement, the various County Teaching and Referral Hospitals are used.
Facilities Available at Lodwar Campus KMTC
Students and staff of Lodwar Campus have access to the following facilities for use:
• 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
Which Activities/Clubs are Available at Lodwar KMTC Campus
There are many activities that students on the campus get involved in; for instance, they can get into Sports, Societies, and Clubs, of their choice.
Here are more activities that a student can choose to participate in:
• Volleyball • Football • Basketball • Rugby • Netball • Darts • Table tennis • Chess • Scrabble or Badminton • President’s Award
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