The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has announced scholarship opportunities for learners pursuing nephrology-related courses.
In a statement on Thursday, February 26, KMTC said the scholarship programme will be rolled out in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the East Africa Centre of Excellence in Urology and Nephrology (EACE-UN).
“KMTC, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and the East Africa Centre of Excellence in Urology and Nephrology, is officially inviting applications for the March 2026 intake,” read part of the announcement.
Additionally, the programme, funded by a loan from the African Development Bank will see successful applicants receive training in 10 courses on a full-time basis. The scholarship covers tuition fees and a stipend during the study period.
The programmes under the scholarship scheme include Higher Diplomas in Medical Engineering with specialisations in Dialysis Equipment, Therapeutic Equipment, and Diagnostic Equipment; Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery (Nephrology), and Higher Diploma in Nephrology Nursing.
Others are Higher Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics (Renal Nutrition), Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences, Higher Diploma in Occupational Therapy, and Higher Diploma in Renal Pharmacy.
A six-month short course in Renal Transplant Nursing will also be offered under the programme.
Eligibility and how to apply
Interested candidates have been advised to visit the Kenya Medical Training College admissions portal to download and complete the application forms, with submissions required no later than March 15, 2026.
To qualify, applicants are expected to attach a handwritten essay of not more than two hundred (200) words explaining why they feel that they deserve the scholarship and the contribution they will make to the community upon graduation.
County government employees, KMTC employees, and applicants who have three years of work experience will be prioritised during the selection process.
“To be awarded a scholarship, you must get an unconditional offer for one of your course choices. Please note that the scholarships are subject to the availability of funding,” reads part of the announcement.
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