The Kenya Medical Training College (Kenya Medical Training College) has announced full scholarships for students who wish to pursue certificate studies in Community Health Nursing under its 2026/2027 intake.
In a notice released on Thursday, May 14, KMTC Chief Executive Officer Kelly Oluoch said the programme will be fully funded and will begin in September 2026, running for a period of two years.
According to the institution, the scholarships will cater for all costs involved in training of the selected candidates who are taking part in the course in collaboration with the Beyond Zero Initiative.
“Opportunities for scholarship in the Certificate course in Community Health Nursing starting from September 2026 during the academic year 2026/2027 in collaboration with the Beyond Zero Initiative,” says the statement.
The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) noted that the move is geared towards improving delivery of health care at community level by paying close attention to underserved areas. Applications from Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL), minority groups, and other vulnerable communities shall have preference.
It is important to note that the scholars are required to serve in their communities after training. Women are strongly encouraged to participate in the applications process.
Applicants should note that they should have attained at least C- or its equivalent in KCSE mean grade to be eligible for the scholarships. Furthermore, they should have attained at least C- in English or Kiswahili and Biology subjects together with D+ in either Mathematics or Chemistry or Physics.
One of the requirements of applying for the scholarship program includes writing a handwritten essay of no more than 200 words on why the applicant deserves the scholarship and how they plan to serve the community after training.
Applications will be conducted online via the KMTC admission portal at admissions.kmtc.ac.ke. Candidates should note that they will first create an account on the website then apply using the application forms provided.
After submitting the application form, candidates will need to print out the form, attach all the required documents, stamp and sign it then deliver the filled form to the KMTC Chief Executive Officer in Nairobi by June 13, 2026.
The scholarship program is aimed at encouraging many students to join the health sector besides while also addressing gaps in community healthcare services across the country.