Nursing is one of the most marketable professions in Kenya. With that said, there a re a good number of Universities in Kenya that offer diploma in Nursing course. Below is a list of top 10 best universities that offer diploma in Nursing in Kenya. Have a look;
Egerton University, Nakuru;
For one to be admitted, you must have atleast division 4 or a D plain in KCSE plus you must be an enrolled nurse. Fulltime mode takes at least 18 months whereas part time mode takes about 4 year max.
Mount Kenya University;
This course is offered in the department of Medical- Surgical in school of Nursing. It takes about 3 years to study it to completion.
Kenyatta University;
Admission requirements include a C plain in KCSE or KCE division 2. Studying the course to completion takes about 3 years.
Chuka University;
Admission requirements include C+ in KCSE, C+ in Maths, Chemistry, Biology and English. The fee is about ksh.70,000 per semester. Study takes about 12 tri semesters.
University of Kabianga;
One needs to have scored at least a mean grade of C+ in KCSE to be considered. Completion takes about 3 years.
Amref International University;
To be considered, one has to be a Kenyan Enrolled Community Health Nurse (KECHN) as well as an enrolled nurse / midwife. The course takes about 2 years to complete and the entire cost is about ksh.170,000.
Maseno University;
One needs to have at least a C+ in KCSE to stand a chance. Study takes about 3 years to complete.
Kabarak University;
One needs to have at least a C plain in KCSE to stand a chance. Study period is about 3 years.
Presbyterian University of East Africa, Githunguri;
Admission requirements include a C plain in KCSE, C in Bio, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or a certificate in Nursing. Fulltime mode takes 3 years to complete.
Moi University, Eldoret;
Admission requirements include a C+ in KCSE. Fulltime mode takes 3 years to complete the course.
