This article lists all courses offered at KMTC Rachuonyo campus and their fee structure. KMTC Rachuonyo Campus is one of 71 constituent KMTC campuses in the country. It is located within Rachuonyo Sub County Hospital, along the Oyugis-Kendu Bay Road.
The campus is a community-driven initiative supported by the KMTC Board of Directors, the Homabay County Government, and the Kasipul Constituency as a response to the shortage of healthcare personnel in the region. It was opened in March 2016.
Courses Offered At KMTC Rachuonyo Campus
Currently, KMTC Rachuonyo Campus offers a total of 4 diploma and certificate courses to its students. Below is the list.
- Certificate in Community Health Assistant
- Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology
- Diploma in Health Promotion
- Upgrading of Health Records and Information Technology
- Certificate in Community Health Assistant
Requirements: Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences. D+ in any one of the following: – Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, or Mathematics
Course Duration: 2 years
- Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology
Requirements: Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili, and D in Biology/ Biological Sciences. D- in Mathematics and D+ in any one of the following: – Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, General Science, Computer Studies, agriculture, Home Science, Economics, Geography, Commerce, and Business Studies
Course Duration: 2 years
- Diploma in Health Promotion
Requirements: KCSE Mean Grade of “C” (Plain). Mandatory subjects: “C-” (Minus) in English or Kiswahili “D” (Plus) in Biology or Biological Sciences. A minimum of “D” (plain) in any one of the following: Mathematics, Chemistry, Home Science, Agriculture, Physics, or Physical Science.
Course Duration: 3 years
- Upgrading of Health Records and Information Technology
Requirements: Certificate in Health Records and Information
Course Duration: 2 years
KMTC Rachuonyo Campus Fee Structure
KMTC has recently released the Fees Structure for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year. The structure is available for both self-sponsored students and government-sponsored students. Below are the details.
Self-Sponsored Students Fees Structure
| Fee Item | Amount |
| Registration Fee | 2,000.00 |
| Activity Fee | 7,000.00 |
| Examination Fee | 10,000.00 |
| Library and ICT services | 3,000.00 |
| Tuition Fee | 70,000.00 |
| Research and Development Fee | 10,000.00 |
| Transport Levy | 9,000.00 |
| Maintenance Levy | 9,000.00 |
| Student Identity Card | 700.00 |
| Total | 120,700.00 |
Government-Sponsored Students Fees Structure
| Fee Item | Amount |
| Registration Fee | 2,000.00 |
| Activity Fee | 7,000.00 |
| Examination Fee | 10,000.00 |
| Library and ICT services | 3,000.00 |
| Tuition Fee | 30,000.00 |
| Research and Development Fee | 10,000.00 |
| Transport Levy | 9,000.00 |
| Maintenance Levy | 9,000.00 |
| Student Identity Card | 700.00 |
| Total KSHS. | 80,700.00 |
Ensure that all payments for tuition fees and other charges (items 1 to 9 listed above) are made to the following account details:
Account Number: 01003086514000
Account Name: Central Collection
Bank: National Bank of Kenya
Branch: Hospital Branch, Nairobi
Deposits can be made at any branch of the bank nationwide. Also, note that the college does not accept direct cash payments on campus.
Meals and accommodation charges are to be paid directly at the college at the current rates. The bank account details for the respective college will be provided upon admission for this specific purpose.
It is important to note that these fees are subject to change, and students should refer to the official KMTC website or contact the college directly for the most accurate and updated information.
For clinical training and experience, Rachuonyo Level 4 Hospital acts as the main training facility for students at the Campus. However, there are other healthcare facilities across the region serving the same. These include:
- Homabay County Referral Hospital
- Kisumu County Referral Hospital
- Mombasa County Referral Hospital
- Bomet County Referral Hospital
- Malindi County Referral Hospital
- Kakamega County Referral Hospital
- Vihiga County Referral Hospital
- Siaya County Referral Hospital
- Kisii County Referral Hospital
- Nyamira County Referral Hospital
- Mbagathi Hospital
- Mathari Hospital
KMTC Rachuonyo Campus provides various facilities to support learning and training. These include:
- Plans to acquire an administration block, which is currently occupied by Rachuonyo Sub-County Hospital administration.
- Additional seven rooms were leased to the campus by Homabay County at Kosele Sub-County.
- A well-equipped computer laboratory to facilitate digital learning and practical skills development.
- A skills lab equipped with necessary tools and equipment for learners to practice hands-on medical procedures.
- An ablution block to cater to the hygiene needs of students and staff.
KMTC Rachuonyo Campus Contacts
Phone Number: 0725218887/0713430584
Email Address: rachuonyo@kmtc.ac.ke
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