This article focuses on the courses offered at Methodist College of Health Sciences. The college was established in 1942 by British missionaries as a training centre for certificate/ enrolled nurses. It is a reputable college of health sciences based on Christian values.
Methodist College has been ranked among the top medical training institutions for healthcare workers in Kenya. It is affiliated with Maua Methodist Hospital and approved by the relevant government regulatory bodies such as the Nursing Council of Kenya, the official body that regulates all nurse training institutions and practices in the country.
Intakes are in January, May and September except for the nursing students who have two intakes, that is April and September.
The college provides excellent accommodation with meals but it is optional. The accommodation is usually done on merit on a first come first served basis. It also has strong partnerships both locally and internationally to source scholarships for needy students. Locally, the college partners with HELB, county governments and DCC.
Internationally, the college partners with the International Christian Scholarship Foundation in the US.
Courses Offered At Methodist College Of Health Sciences
Diploma Courses
1. Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing.
Duration: 3 years.
Minimum Requirements: KCSE C (Plain), C (Plain) in English and Kiswahili, C- (Minus) in Physics/Maths/Chemistry.
2. Perioperative Theatre Technology
Duration: 2 years.
Minimum Requirements: KCSE C- (Minus).
3. Clinical Counselling Psychology
Duration: 2 years.
Minimum Requirements: KCSE C- (Minus).
4. Community Health & HIV Management
Duration: 2 years.
Minimum Requirements: KCSE C- (Minus).
Certificate Courses
1. Clinical Counselling Psychology
Duration: 1 year.
Minimum Requirements: KCSE D (Plain).
2. Perioperative Theatre Technology
Duration: 1 year.
Minimum Requirements: KCSE D (Plain).
3. Community Health and HIV Management
Duration: 1 year.
Minimum Requirements: KCSE D (Plain).
Short Courses
1. Basic Life Support
Minimum Requirements: KCSE Certificate.
2. Computer Packages
Minimum Requirements: KCSE Certificate.
Methodist College of Health Sciences Contacts
Location: Maua Town, Within Maua Methodist Hospital.
Contacts: 0724 032 446/ 0724 759 626.