KMTC Highlights 5 High-Demand Courses for Global Job Markets

KMTC Highlights 5 High-Demand Courses for Global Job Markets

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has observed increased interest from international recruitment firms in graduates specializing in key healthcare fields beyond Nursing.

Overseas recruitment agencies, particularly from the United States and the United Kingdom, have shown a preference for students trained in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Medicine, Medical Laboratory Sciences, and Nutrition and Dietetics.

KMTC CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch highlighted a significant rise in international job placements for the institution’s graduates over the past year.

He reported a notable 50% increase in job verification requests, with 3,249 verifications processed in 2024 alone. The trend continued into early 2025, with 385 verification requests processed in January—three times higher than the same period in 2024.

Demand from US and UK Recruitment Firms

The highest demand for KMTC graduates has come from recruitment firms based in the US and UK. According to Oluoch, these agencies seek verification of academic credentials for graduates who have successfully applied for jobs, passed interviews, and are being considered for overseas employment.

This verification process ensures that prospective employers receive authentic documentation from qualified candidates.

The CEO attributed this heightened demand to the global shortage of healthcare professionals, which has been fueled by aging populations, an increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases, and the workforce strain following the COVID-19 pandemic.

He also emphasized that KMTC graduates’ strong professional skills and competency have positioned the institution as a key recruitment source for both local and international employers.

Government Support and Future Prospects

To support this growing demand, KMTC plans to deploy additional staff to fast-track job verification requests, ensuring that graduates can take advantage of available opportunities promptly.

Oluoch also credited the Kenyan government’s efforts in signing bilateral labor agreements with key international partners, which has facilitated the transition of Kenyan health professionals to global markets.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has projected a shortage of 11 million healthcare workers by 2030, particularly in low and lower-middle-income nations.

WHO emphasized that effective healthcare systems rely on the availability, accessibility, and quality of health workers, underscoring the critical role of medical professionals in improving global health service coverage.

KMTC Highlights 5 High-Demand Courses for Global Job Markets.

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