9 Best Medical Courses with a D+ in Kenya

Achieving a D+ in the KCSE (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) may present challenges in pursuing traditional medical courses due to the high academic qualifications required in the medical field. However, there are many medical courses that one can qualify with a D+ in Kenya which can enable one to work in healthcare and serve as stepping stones for further education and career growth. Below is a list of the 9 best medical courses with D+ in KCSE as a qualification in Kenya.

Table of Contents for the Best Medical Courses with D+

1. Certificate in Community Health Nursing

This course equips students with essential skills to provide healthcare at the community level. Topics include basic nursing care, maternal and child health, and community health education to improve health-seeking behavior and prevent many diseases.

Qualifications

Minimum Mean Grade of a D+ in KCSE

C- In English or Kiswahili, and Biology

 D+ in either Physics, Mathematics, or Chemistry.

Institutions offering Certificate in Community Health Nursing

• Nairobi Technical Training Institute (NTTI)
• Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Mombasa, Nairobi, Kabarnet and many other campuses
• NEP College of Health Sciences
• Kenya College of Distance Learning, Nairobi
• Consolata Hospital, Nyeri
• Nakuru Institute of medical sciences and management, Nakuru
• Catherine McAuley Nursing School, Nairobi
• University of East Africa, Baraton

2. Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical laboratory technology focuses on laboratory procedures, equipment operation, and analysis of medical samples. It is crucial for accurate disease diagnosis and treatment and students with a Mean Grade of D+ who pursue this course can work in various labs across the country.

Qualifications

A Mean Grade of D+ in KCSE with a D+ in English, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.

Institutions offering this course

 KMTC

 Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology (RVIST)

3. Certificate in Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy technicians are essential in managing pharmaceuticals, dispensing medications, and providing patient education on drug usage.

Qualifications

Minimum of a D+ in KCSE, with a D+ in either English, Biology, or Chemistry.

Institutions offering this course

KMTC

Nairobi Technical Training Institute (NTTI)

4. Certificate in Health Records and Information Technology

The Health records and information technology course equips students with the skills and knowledge to manage, store, maintain, and retrieve medical records. Students who complete the course can advance to a diploma in health records, or work in hospitals, health insurance companies, and at the Ministry of Health. The Course duration is 1 year in most institutions.

Qualifications

Mean Grade of D+ in KCSE with a D+ in English and Mathematics.

Institutions offering this course

KMTC

Kenya Polytechnic University College, Nairobi

5. Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics

Nutrition and dietetics professionals are involved in planning healthy diets, conducting nutritional assessments, and promoting good health through proper nutrition in the community, schools, and hospitals.

Qualifications

 A mean Grade D+ in KCSE with a D+ in English and Biology or Home Science.

Institutions offering this course

• KMTC
• Thika Technical Training Institute
• PCEA Tumutumu hospital, Karatina
• Kenya Institute of Professional Studies, Nairobi
• Murang’a university college, Murang’a
• North Eastern National Polytechnic, Garissa
• Kenya Institute of Development Studies, Nairobi
• Goshen Medical and Technical College
• Laisamis Technical and Vocational College, Marsabit
• Commonwealth College of Medical and Related Studies, Kisumu
• Spring Hill College of Business and Technology
• Kenya School of Medical Science and Technology
• Vitech Training Institute, Nairobi
• Mount Kenya University School of Health Sciences
• University of Eastern Africa, Baraton Nairobi Extension Center, Nairobi
• Kenyatta University Kitui Campus
• Gretsa University School of Education and Social Sciences, Thika

6. Certificate in Medical Imaging Sciences

This program focuses on medical imaging techniques like X-rays, ultrasounds, and MRI, enabling students to operate imaging equipment and assist radiologists.

Qualifications

 Mean Grade- D+ in KCSE with a D+ in Physics, Mathematics, and Biology.

Institutions offering this course

• Annex Medical Training Center, Nakuru
• Menengai Medical and Training College, Nakuru
• PCEA Chogoria Hospital Clive Irvine College of Nursing, Chogoria
• Academy Computing College, Nairobi

7. Certificate in Health Promotion for the Deaf (CHPD)

This program is only available for deaf students and equips them with the ability to offer disease prevention education and services to the deaf. The services can be provided in the English language, any other language, or braille.

Qualifications

KCSE mean grade of D+ plus:

D+ plus in English or Kenya Sign Language

D (Plain) in Biology

D (plain) in either Chemistry, Agriculture, General Science, or Mathematics.

Institutions offering this course:

  KMTC

8. Certificate in Community Health and Development

The course equips students with the knowledge and skills to promote health initiatives within the community professionally. This includes promoting good health-seeking behavior among the community members. The course is offered in many colleges in Kenya as listed below.

Qualifications

KCSE mean grade of D+ plus

D plain in English or Kiswahili

D plain in either mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, physical science, or biological science

Average Course Duration

1 year

Institutions offering this course

• Kenya Institute of Social Sciences, Machakos
• Carlile College, Nairobi
• Serein Education Cneter, Nakuru
• Institute of Healthcare Management, Nairobi
• Bondo University College
• North Coast Medical Training College, Kilifi
• Thika Technical Training Institute
• Karma Training Institute, Isiolo
• Gretsa University School of Education and Social Sciences

9. Certificate in Counseling Psychology (Counseling Psychology)

The course equips the students with the necessary knowledge and skills to become professional counselors. Qualified students are then able to work in areas such as hospitals, providing psychological counseling services. The students also lay the foundation to pursue a diploma and later a degree course in counseling psychology. The average course duration is 1 year.

Qualifications

KCSE Mean Grade of D+

Institutions offering Certificate in Counseling Psychology

• Kenya Institute of Social Work, Nairobi
• East African institute of professional counseling, Nairobi
• Beam International Training Center Nairobi
• Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling, Kericho
• Africana College of Professionals, Thika
• Carlile College, Nairobi

The list above describes extensively the best medical courses with a D+ in Kenya highlighting the qualifications and institutions offering the courses as of the date it was written. Qualifications may change from time to time and can differ from one college or university to the other. Remember to check with the respective institutions for any changes or updates.

While a D+ may be accepted for entry into these courses, excelling in these programs and gaining practical experience will be critical for future career advancement. Always verify the specific course entry requirement details with the respective institutions to make an informed decision based on your career goals and aspirations.

If you got a Mean Grade of C- in the KCSE, there are other better Courses you can Pursue with the C- in Kenya.

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