The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has called on prospective students to apply for the Pharmacy course, touting it as one of the most marketable and rewarding careers. 

In a statement on Thursday, April 24, KMTC emphasized the diverse opportunities that await graduates of the program.

The institution highlighted that pharmacy graduates can secure roles in top pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and even non-governmental organizations. 

"Pharmacy is one of the most marketable and rewarding careers today, offering diverse local and international opportunities.

"Graduates work in top pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, research institutions, regulatory bodies, and even NGOs," the institution said.

KMTC also stressed the vital role pharmacy technicians play in the healthcare system, from dispensing medication and guiding patients to managing administrative responsibilities.

"Pharmacy technicians play a key role in dispensing medication, offering patient guidance, and handling administrative tasks in pharmaceutical practice.

"Pharmacists also contribute to public health programs, clinical trials, health policy, insurance, and academic research, making it a dynamic and future-proof profession," the institution added.

With the March 2025 intake still open, KMTC is urging interested students to submit their applications. 

Detailed application information is available on the KUCCPS student portal at https://students.kuccps.net/programmes/search-kmtc/.

This comes about two months after KMTC CEO Kelly Oluoch said the institution is witnessing a surge in demand for its graduates in international markets, particularly in the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK). 

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He noted that courses such as Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Medicine and Medical Laboratory Sciences are currently the most sought-after, with Nutrition and Dietetics also gaining traction. 

“While nursing has traditionally dominated recruitment requests, we now witness increasing interest in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Medicine, and Medical Laboratory Sciences. Other disciplines like Nutrition and Dietetics, among others, are also beginning to attract attention,” he stated.

Oluoch attributed the demand to the growing global need for healthcare professionals, driven by aging populations, a rise in non-communicable diseases, and workforce shortages.

He highlighted that bilateral labor agreements between Kenya and key global partners, such as the UK and Germany, have created structured pathways for Kenyan health professionals to work abroad.

“We have deployed additional staff to fast-track job verification requests, ensuring that our graduates secure opportunities on time,” Oluoch added.