Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences: Courses Offered and Fee Structure
Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences (TSMHS) is a reputable private institution offering specialized training in medical and health sciences. It is officially registered under the Ministry of Education and accredited by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA). Located in Thika, Kiambu County, TSMHS has become a top choice for students pursuing medical and technical careers in Kenya.
Programs Offered at TSMHS
TSMHS provides a wide range of certificate and diploma programs in medical, health, business, and IT disciplines. Below is a detailed breakdown of the courses, their entry requirements, and fee structure.
Certificate & Craft Courses
| Course | Minimum Entry Grade |
|---|---|
| Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science (KNEC) | D+ |
| Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics (KNEC) | D+ |
| Certificate in Social Work | D+ |
| Certificate in Human Resource Management | D+ |
| Certificate in Community Development & Social Work | D+ |
| Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology | D+ |
| Certificate in Project Management | D+ |
| Certificate in Health Records and ICT | D+ |
| Certificate in Information Communication Technology | D+ |
| Certificate in Counseling Psychology | D+ |
| Certificate in HIV Counseling and Testing | D+ |
| Computer Packages | KCPE/KCSE |
Diploma Courses
| Course | Entry Requirements |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery | C plain (incl. C in English/Kiswahili, Biology; C- in Chemistry & Math/Physics) |
| Diploma in Radiography & Sonography | C plain (with C in Math, Physics, Chem/Bio) |
| Diploma in Physiotherapy | C plain (similar to Clinical Medicine) |
| Diploma in Environmental Sciences | C plain (with C in science subjects) |
| Diploma in Community Health & Development | C- |
| Diploma in HIV/AIDS Management | C- |
| Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics | C- |
| Diploma in Applied Biology | C- with C- in relevant sciences |
| Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences | C plain |
| Diploma in Medical Engineering | C- (Biology, Math/Physics required) |
| Diploma in Health Records & ICT | C plain |
| Diploma in Business Management | C- |
| Diploma in Human Resource Management | C- |
| Diploma in ICT | C- |
| Diploma in Counseling Psychology | C- |
| Diploma in Disaster Management | C- |
| Diploma in Project Management | C- |
Short Courses
- Basic Life Support (BLS): Ksh 7,000 – 48 hours
- First Aid: Ksh 3,000 – 15 hours
- Safe Phlebotomy: Ksh 20,000 – 4 weeks
- HIV Testing Services: Ksh 24,000 – 3 weeks
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS): Ksh 15,000 – 72 hours
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): Ksh 15,000 – 72 hours
- Computer Application Packages: Ksh 6,000 – 3 weeks
- IELTS Training: Ksh 34,600 – 3 weeks
Fee Structure (Per Term)
| Course | Fees (Ksh) | Duration (Terms) |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Medicine & Surgery | 75,000 | 6 |
| KRCHN Nursing | 54,000 | 9 |
| Radiography | 54,000 | 9 |
| Physiotherapy | 47,000 | 9 |
| Medical Lab Sciences | 35,500 | 9 |
| Perioperative Theatre Tech | 32,000 | 6 |
| Applied Biology | 32,000 | 6 |
| Human Nutrition & Dietetics | 32,000 | 9 |
| Health Records & ICT | 30,000 | 6 |
| Medical Engineering | 30,000 | 6 |
| ICT | 30,000 | 6 |
| Community Health | 30,000 | 6 |
| Counseling Psychology | 30,000 | 6 |
Certificate Courses:
Most certificate programs cost approximately Ksh 24,000 per term and run for 3 terms.
Additional Charges
- Admin Fees (Male Students): Ksh 24,400
- Admin Fees (Female Students): Ksh 22,850
- Hostel Fee (Per Term, with meals – Compulsory for 1st term): Ksh 26,550
- Monthly Hostel Fee (with meals): Ksh 8,850
Application Process
To apply to TSMHS, ensure you submit the following:
- A non-refundable registration fee of Ksh 1,000
- Academic certificates (Primary, Secondary, and any Post-secondary)
- A copy of your ID and birth certificate
- Four recent passport-size photographs
- Ensure you meet the required entry grade for your selected course
Contact Details
- Location: Thika Medical Building, opposite Tuskys Supermarket, near Wells Fargo, Thika Town
- Phone: 0708 241 019
- Email: [email protected]
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