Can I Join KMTC with These Grades?

If you have a mix of grades like C in Biology, C+ in English, A- in Kiswahili, D in Math, and D+ in Chemistry, can you join Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC)?

DO YOU REALLY HAVE A CHANCE?

KMTC Offers Two Main Course Levels

1. Certificate Courses (Entry-level)
2. Diploma Courses (More advanced)

Each has its own minimum KCSE subject requirements.

KMTC Certificate Course Requirements

You need at least:

• Mean Grade: C- (Minus)
• English or Kiswahili: C- (Minus)
• Biology: D+ (Plus)
• Math, Chemistry or Physics: D or D+

Do You Qualify?

Let’s compare your grades:

1. Mean Grade: C (Plain)
   • Required Grade: C ✅ Meets
2. English: C+
   • Required Grade: C- ✅ Meets
3. Kiswahili: A-
   • Required Grade: C- ✅ Meets
4. Biology: C
   • Required Grade: D+ ✅ Meets
5. Chemistry: D+
   • Required Grade: D ✅ Meets
6. Math: D
   • Required Grade: D ✅ Meets

ANSWER: Yes! You qualify for most KMTC certificate courses.

Certificate Courses You Can Apply For

Here are some certificate programs you qualify for:

• Certificate in Health Records & Information Technology
• Certificate in Community Health Assistant
• Certificate in Nutrition & Dietetics
• Certificate in Medical Engineering
• Certificate in Environmental Health Sciences

These courses are about 2 years long and can lead to Diploma-level upgrades after graduation.

KMTC Diploma Course Requirements

To join a Certificate course at KMTC, you must have at least:

• Mean Grade: C (Plain)
• English or Kiswahili: C (Plain)
• Biology: C (Plain)
• Math, Chemistry, or Physics: C- (Minus)

Do You Qualify for a Diploma?

Let’s compare your grades:

1. Mean Grade C (Plain)
   • Required Grade: C ✅ Meets
2. English C+
   • Required Grade: C ✅ Meets
3. Kiswahili A-
   • Required Grade: C ✅ Meets
4. Biology C
   • Required Grade: C ✅ Meets
5. Chemistry D+
   • Required Grade: C- ❌ Not enough
6. Math D
   • Required Grade: C- ❌ Not enough

ANSWER: Sorry, you don’t meet the full requirements for diploma-level courses because your Chemistry and Math scores are too low.

What  If You don’t Qualify for a Diploma?

Even if you don’t qualify for a diploma right now, you have two smart options:

OPTION 1: Start with a Certificate Course

After completing it, you can upgrade to a Diploma in the same or a related field.

OPTION 2: Improve Your Grades

You can retake Chemistry or Math through a bridging course to qualify later.