Student's Career Guide: Goshen Medical and

Technical College, Thika

Welcome to Your Future at Goshen Medical and Technical
College
Goshen Medical and Technical College (GMTC) in Thika is dedicated to empowering future
professionals through practical, industry-aligned education in health sciences, technology,
business, hospitality, beauty, fashion, and more. With a focus on diploma, certificate, and craft
courses, GMTC prepares students for rewarding careers in Kenya's growing job market. Our
programs emphasize hands-on training, ethical practices, and community impact, ensuring
graduates are ready to contribute to sectors like healthcare, engineering, and hospitality.

This guide draws from GMTC's course offerings to help you explore programs, understand entry
requirements, and discover potential career paths. Whether you're a recent KCSE graduate or
seeking skill upgrades, GMTC provides pathways to employment, entrepreneurship, or further
studies.

How to Use This Guide

 Explore Categories: Courses are grouped by school/department for easy navigation.
 Key Details: Each course includes level (Diploma/Certificate/Craft), duration (in
trimesters or years), and general entry requirements.
 Career Insights: Based on Kenyan job market trends, including roles in public/private
sectors, NGOs, and self-employment.
 Short Courses: Quick, flexible options for skill-building and immediate employability.
 Tips for Success: At the end, find advice on building your career.

General Entry Requirements

Entry into GMTC programs aligns with Kenyan TVET standards. For most diploma courses, a
KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) is required, often with specific subject grades (e.g., C in
English/Kiswahili and relevant sciences for health programs). Certificate courses typically need a
KCSE D+ (plus) or equivalent. Craft and short courses are often open-entry or require KCSE D
(plain). Specific requirements vary by course—check the document for details like C plain in
Biology for health diplomas. Always confirm with GMTC admissions for updates.

Requirement Typical KCSE

Additional Notes
Level Grade
Subject-specific (e.g., C in Maths/Physics for
Diploma C- (minus) or higher
engineering)
Certificate D+ (plus) or higher Flexible for vocational tracks
 Requirement Typical KCSE
Additional Notes
Level Grade
Craft/Short D (plain) or open Focus on practical skills; no strict academics needed

Course Categories and Career Paths

School of Nursing & Health Sciences

These programs focus on medical and health support roles, addressing Kenya's demand for
skilled healthcare workers in hospitals, clinics, and community settings.

Level &
Course Entry Requirements Career Paths
Duration
Surgical Technologist,
Certificate (4
Perioperative Operating Room Assistant,
Trimesters),
Theater Technology Cert: D+; Dip: C- Anaesthetist Assistant, Theatre
Diploma (6
& IT Technician in hospitals/surgical
Trimesters)
centers.
Health Records Officer, Data
Certificate (6
Cert: D+; Dip: C- with C in Entry Clerk in
Health Records & Trimesters),
English/Kiswahili, Maths, hospitals/research institutes,
IT Diploma (9
Bio Medical Coder in insurance
Trimesters)
firms.
Certificate (4
Community Health Worker,
Community Health Trimesters),
Cert: D+; Dip: C- Public Health Officer, Health
& IT Diploma (6
Educator in NGOs/government.
Trimesters)
Certificate (4
Counselor, Social Worker in
Clinical Counseling Trimesters),
Cert: D+; Dip: C- NGOs/schools, Wellness
Psychology & IT Diploma (6
Expert.
Trimesters)
Certified Nurse
Nursing Assistant in
Assistant
Certificate (4 hospitals/nursing homes,
(CNA)/Health D+
Trimesters) Caregiver (local/international
Support
opportunities).
Services/Nurse Aide
Certificate (—), Cert: D+; Dip: C with C+ Orthopedic Technician, Trauma
Orthopedic and
Diploma (C in English/Kiswahili/Bio, C Medic, Rehabilitation Specialist
Trauma Medicine
Plain, 3 Years) in Maths/Physics in hospitals/sports clinics.
Clinical Officer in
Clinical Medicine & Diploma (C
C with specifics in sciences clinics/hospitals, Specialist in
Surgery Plain)
forensics/critical care.
Mortuary Science Certificate (4 Cert: D+; Dip: C- Mortuary Technician,
Trimesters), Embalmer, Funeral Director in
Diploma (6 hospitals/funeral homes.
 Level &
Course Entry Requirements Career Paths
Duration
Trimesters)
Certificate (6
Dental Assistant in
Trimesters),
Dental Assistant Cert: D+; Dip: C- clinics/hospitals, roles in
Diploma (9
forensic dentistry.
Trimesters)
Certificate (6 EMT/Paramedic in
Emergency Medical Trimesters), ambulances/hospitals, First
Cert: D+; Dip: C-
Technology (EMT) Diploma (9 Responder in emergency
Trimesters) services.

School of Applied and Social Sciences

Programs blending science, technology, and social impact for roles in labs, communities, and
engineering.

Entry
Course Level & Duration Career Paths
Requirements
Certificate (4 Lab Technician in
Cert: D+; Dip:
Applied Biology & IT Trimesters), Diploma research/KEMRI, roles in
C-
(6 Trimesters) biotech/veterinary labs.
Community
Certificate (4 Social Worker, Community
Development Cert: D+; Dip:
Trimesters), Diploma Outreach Officer in
Technology & Social C-
(6 Trimesters) NGOs/government.
Work
Certificate (6 Biomedical Technician, Medical
Medical Engineering & Cert: D+; Dip:
Trimesters), Diploma Device Designer in
IT C-
(9 Trimesters) hospitals/pharma.

Business and Administration

Administrative skills for office and medical settings.

Entry
Course Level & Duration Career Paths
Requirements
Medical Office Certificate (6 Medical Secretary, Clinic
Cert: D+; Dip:
Administration Trimesters), Diploma Administrator in
C-
(Secretarial) (9 Trimesters) healthcare/insurance.
Diploma (6
Front Office Operation Trimesters), Cert: D+; Dip: Front Desk Receptionist, Guest
and Customer Care Certificate (9 C- Relations in hotels/offices.
Trimesters)
Office Management Diploma (4 Cert: D+; Dip: Office Manager, Administrative
Trimesters), C- Assistant in various sectors.
 Entry
Course Level & Duration Career Paths
Requirements
Certificate (6
Trimesters)

Engineering

Practical engineering for infrastructure and health tech.

Course Level & Duration Entry Requirements Career Paths

Electrical and Certificate (4 Electrical Engineer,
Cert: D+; Dip: C- with
Electronic Trimesters), Diploma Controls Engineer in
C in Maths/Physics
Engineering (6 Trimesters) power/telecom.
Certificate (4
Plumbing Plumber, Pipefitter,
Trimesters), Diploma Cert: D+; Dip: C-
Technology Contractor in construction.
(6 Trimesters)

School of ICT

Tech skills for digital careers.

Entry
Course Level & Duration Career Paths
Requirements
Information IT Support, Network
Diploma (6 Trimesters), Cert: D+; Dip:
Communication Administrator, Web
Certificate (9 Trimesters) C-
Technology Developer.

Hospitality

Service-oriented programs for tourism and food sectors.

Entry
Course Level & Duration Career Paths
Requirements
Certificate (4
Hotel and Catering Cert: D+; Dip: Hotel Manager, Catering
Trimesters), Diploma
Management & IT C- Manager in hotels/resorts.
(6 Trimesters)
Food and Beverage Certificate (6
Cert: D+; Dip: Food & Beverage Manager,
Production Sales and Trimesters), Diploma
C- Restaurant Supervisor.
Service (9 Trimesters)
Certificate (4
Cert: D+; Dip: Chef, Caterer, Food Stylist in
Culinary Arts & IT Trimesters), Diploma
C- restaurants/hotels.
(6 Trimesters)
Certificate (4 Housekeeping Director,
Housekeeping and Cert: D+; Dip:
Trimesters), Diploma Accommodation Manager in
Accommodation C-
(6 Trimesters) hotels/hospitals.
 Entry
Course Level & Duration Career Paths
Requirements
Certificate (6
Tour Guiding and Cert: D+; Dip: Tour Guide, Travel Agent,
Trimesters), Diploma
Management C- Tourism Officer.
(9 Trimesters)

School of Beauty and Hairdressing (NITA)

Creative, hands-on beauty programs.

Level & Entry

Course Career Paths
Duration Requirements
Hair Dressing and Beauty Therapy D- (4 Hairstylist, Beauty
D- or open
(Cosmetology) - NITA Trimesters?) Therapist, Salon Owner.
D (2 Professional Hairdresser,
Hair Dressing D or open
Trimesters) Color Specialist.
D (2 Skincare Specialist,
Beauty Therapy D or open
Trimesters) Makeup Artist.
Advanced Hair Dressing and D (2 Advanced Stylist, Bridal
D or open
Beauty Therapy Trimesters) Specialist.
D (2 Beauty Instructor, Salon
Trainer of Trainers (TOT) D or open
Trimesters) Trainer.

School of Fashion Design and Garment Making - NITA

Design and production skills for fashion industry.

Entry
Course Level & Duration Career Paths
Requirements
Fashion Design and D (6 Trimesters), Fashion Designer, Garment
Cert: D+; Dip: C-
Garment Making Certificate (9 Trimesters) Technician, Tailor.
Interior Designer, Decorator
Interior Design D (2 Trimesters) D or open
in firms/homes.

Short Professional Courses (Open Entry)

These 1-4 month programs (@5,000-35,000 Ksh) offer quick skill boosts for immediate jobs or
entrepreneurship. Benefits include enhanced employability, hands-on expertise, and flexibility
for working professionals—ideal for self-employment in Kenya's informal sector.

 Basic Midwifery (2 Months): Midwife Assistant.

 Basic Life Support (BLS) (1 Week): Emergency Responder.
 International Computer Digital Literacy (ICDL) (4 Months): IT Support.
 Graphics and Design (CorelDraw/Photoshop) (2 Months): Graphic Designer.
 Computer Packages (1 Month): Office Assistant.
  Pastries Baking/Baking/International Cookery (1-2 Months): Baker/Chef.
 Software Installation & Configurations (1 Month): IT Technician.
 Computer Packages e.g., QuickBooks (1 Month): Accountant Assistant.
 CCTV Installation (1 Month): Security Technician.
 Solar PV Installation (1 Month): Renewable Energy Installer.
 Computer Repair and Maintenance (2 Months): Repair Technician.

Tips for Career Success at GMTC

 Job Market Insights: Kenya's healthcare sector needs more workers due to population
growth; tech/engineering roles boom with infrastructure projects; hospitality thrives on
tourism.
 Further Studies: Upgrade certificates to diplomas or pursue degrees (e.g., BSc in related
fields).
 Skills Development: Focus on soft skills like communication and ethics; seek internships
via GMTC networks.
 Entrepreneurship: Many graduates start salons, plumbing businesses, or catering
services.
 Job Search: Use platforms like MyJobMag, BrighterMonday; network via alumni.

For more info, contact GMTC: Call/SMS/WhatsApp 0750260404 / 0723047468. Intake ongoing
—apply today!