To join KMTC to pursue a Certificate course, you must have a minimum of C- with specific qualifications in cluster subjects in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examinations (KCSE). For Diploma programmes, you must have attained a minimum of C with specific qualifications in cluster subjects. Upgrading courses require that a candidate has a certificate in a respective field while for Higher Diploma programmes, candidates must have attained a Diploma course as per the following guidelines.
The following table is 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 req