GOSHEN MEDICAL &TECHNICALCOLLEGE

Empowering Future Professionals

Oshen

STUDENT’S CAREER GUIDE

FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
AND EMPOWERMENT

AUGUST, 2025
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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.
 Typical KCSE
Requirement Level Additional Notes
Grade
C- (minus) or Subject-specific (e.g., C in Maths/Physics for
Diploma
higher engineering)
Certificate D+ (plus) or higher Flexible for vocational tracks
Focus on practical skills; no strict academics
Craft/Short D (plain) or open
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 Operating Room
Perioperative
Trimesters), Assistant, Anaesthetist
Theater Cert: D+; Dip: C-
Diploma (6 Assistant, Theatre
Technology & IT
Trimesters) Technician in
hospitals/surgical centers.
Health Records Officer,
Certificate (6
Cert: D+; Dip: C- with C Data Entry Clerk in
Health Records & Trimesters),
in English/Kiswahili, hospitals/research
IT Diploma (9
Maths, Bio institutes, Medical Coder
Trimesters)
in insurance firms.
Certificate (4 Community Health
Community Health Trimesters), Worker, Public Health
Cert: D+; Dip: C-
& IT Diploma (6 Officer, Health Educator
Trimesters) in NGOs/government.
Certificate (4
Clinical Counselor, Social Worker
Trimesters),
Counseling Cert: D+; Dip: C- in NGOs/schools,
Diploma (6
Psychology & IT Wellness Expert.
Trimesters)
Certified Nurse
Nursing Assistant in
Assistant
hospitals/nursing homes,
(CNA)/Health Certificate (4
D+ Caregiver
Support Trimesters)
(local/international
Services/Nurse
opportunities).
Aide
 Level &
Course Entry Requirements Career Paths
Duration
Certificate Cert: D+; Dip: C with Orthopedic Technician,
Orthopedic and (—), Diploma C+ in Trauma Medic,
Trauma Medicine (C Plain, 3 English/Kiswahili/Bio, C Rehabilitation Specialist
Years) in Maths/Physics in hospitals/sports clinics.
Clinical Officer in
Clinical Medicine Diploma (C C with specifics in clinics/hospitals,
& Surgery Plain) sciences Specialist in
forensics/critical care.
Certificate (4 Mortuary Technician,
Trimesters), Embalmer, Funeral
Mortuary Science Cert: D+; Dip: C-
Diploma (6 Director in
Trimesters) hospitals/funeral homes.
Certificate (6
Dental Assistant in
Trimesters),
Dental Assistant Cert: D+; Dip: C- clinics/hospitals, roles in
Diploma (9
forensic dentistry.
Trimesters)
Emergency Certificate (6 EMT/Paramedic in
Medical Trimesters), ambulances/hospitals,
Cert: D+; Dip: C-
Technology Diploma (9 First Responder in
(EMT) Trimesters) emergency 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
Applied Biology & Trimesters),
Cert: D+; Dip: C- research/KEMRI, roles in
IT Diploma (6
biotech/veterinary labs.
Trimesters)
Community Certificate (4
Cert: Social Worker, Community
Development Trimesters),
D+; Dip: Outreach Officer in
Technology & Social Diploma (6
C- NGOs/government.
Work Trimesters)
Certificate (6
Biomedical Technician,
Medical Engineering Trimesters),
Cert: D+; Dip: C- Medical Device Designer
& IT Diploma (9
in hospitals/pharma.
Trimesters)

Business and Administration

Administrative skills for office and medical settings.

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

Engineering

Practical engineering for infrastructure and health tech.

Course Level & Duration Entry Requirements Career Paths

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

School of ICT

Tech skills for digital careers.

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

Hospitality
Service-oriented programs for tourism and food sectors.

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

School of Beauty and Hairdressing (NITA)

Creative, hands-on beauty programs.

Level & Entry

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

School of Fashion Design and Garment Making - NITA

Design and production skills for fashion industry.

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

Short Professional Courses (Open Entry)

1. 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.
2. Basic Midwifery (2 Months): Midwife Assistant.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS) (1 Week): Emergency Responder.
4. International Computer Digital Literacy (ICDL) (4 Months): IT Support.
5. Graphics and Design (CorelDraw/Photoshop) (2 Months): Graphic Designer.
6. Computer Packages (1 Month): Office Assistant.
7. Pastries Baking/Baking/International Cookery (1-2 Months): Baker/Chef.
8. Software Installation & Configurations (1 Month): IT Technician.
9. Computer Packages e.g., QuickBooks (1 Month): Accountant Assistant.
10. CCTV Installation (1 Month): Security Technician.
11. Solar PV Installation (1 Month): Renewable Energy Installer.
12. Computer Repair and Maintenance (2 Months): Repair Technician.
Tips for Career Success at GMTC

1. 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.
2. Further Studies: Upgrade certificates to diplomas or pursue degrees (e.g., BSc in
related fields).
3. Skills Development: Focus on soft skills like communication and ethics; seek
internships via GMTC networks.
4. Entrepreneurship: Many graduates start salons, plumbing businesses, or catering
services.
5. Job Search: Use platforms like MyJobMag, BrighterMonday; network via alumni.

For more info, contact GMTC: Call/SMS/WhatsApp 0750260404 / 0723047468. Intake

ongoing—apply today!