The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has disclosed that international recruitment agencies are showing a strong interest in students specializing in essential courses at the institution, aside from Nursing.
Dr. Kelly Oluoch, the CEO of KMTC, stated that recruitment agencies from overseas, especially those based in the US and UK, are eager to recruit students specializing in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Medicine, Medical Laboratory Sciences, and Nutrition and Dietetics.
While speaking to delegates on Thursday, Oluoch emphasized that in the last year, there has been a noteworthy increase in international job placements for KMTC graduates.
The CEO reported a 50% increase in requests for international job verifications, noting that the college processed 3,249 such requests in 2024.
In January 2025, the institution processed 385 requests from international recruitment firms, marking a threefold increase compared to January 2024.
The CEO stated that recruitment firms from the United States and the United Kingdom (UK) exhibited the highest demand for KMTC graduates.
In a statement, KMTC said, “He explained that these requests originate from recruiting firms aiming to confirm the authenticity of documents submitted by KMTC graduates who have applied, successfully interviewed, and are under consideration for employment abroad.”
The CEO ascribed this increase to the worldwide surge in demand for healthcare professionals, driven by aging populations, the prevalence of non-communicable diseases, and workforce issues following the pandemic.
He observed that the high demand for KMTC graduates, known for their competence and skills, has established the institution as a preferred recruitment source for both local and international employers.
Oluoch assured that the institution will assign additional staff to expedite the tracking of job verification requests, ensuring that graduates secure opportunities in a timely manner.
In addition, he emphasized that the government’s initiative to establish bilateral labor agreements with important global partners has been crucial in facilitating the transition of Kenyan health professionals abroad.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) predicts a shortfall of 11 million health workers by 2030, primarily in low and lower-middle-income countries.
The WHO stated, “Health systems can only operate with health workers; enhancing health service coverage and achieving the right to enjoy the highest attainable standard of health relies on their availability, accessibility, acceptability, and quality.”
