To be admitted to Kenya Medical College (KMTC) for certificate courses, one must have a minimum grade of C-(minus) with specified qualifications in cluster subjects in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Exams (KCSE).
Below are the specifications
Here is a table having a summary of the requirements for courses offered:
| S/NO | Level of training | Entry Requirement | Duration of training |
| 1 | Certificate | A minimum aggregate of C- with relevant combination of other subjects is a requirement. | 2 years with the exception of nursing which takes 2 ½ years |
| 2 | Diploma | KCSE mean grade of C (or equivalent) with relevant combination of other subjects such as English, Kiswahili, Biology, Biological Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Physical Sciences. | 3 years except Community Health Nursing which lasts 3 ½ years |
| 3 | Upgrading | Holders of a certificate in relevant fields and at least two years working experience. | 2 years except Community Health Nursing which lasts 18 Months |
| 4 | Higher Diploma | Holders of basic Diploma in relevant fields and at least a minimum of two years working experience. | 1 year |
| 5 | Short Courses | Individuals and groups such as corporate bodies, companies and government ministries interested in any course or courses can make a written request for arrangements to be made. |
