Clinical Officers Council Surveillance Audit Gives KMTC a Clean Bill of Health
The College’s Clinical Medicine and Surgery programme has received a clean bill of health from the Clinical Officers Council (COC) following the completion of a surveillance audit on November 25, 2025. This surveillance audit was part of ongoing national initiatives to guarantee that Clinical Officers receive high-quality training that meets both professional and academic standards.
During the audit, the audit team carefully examined several key aspects of the training program. They evaluated how effectively the Clinical Medicine curriculum is delivered, reviewed academic procedures, assessed the hands-on clinical experience students receive, and examined the overall learning environment. Their goal was to ensure that KMTC continues to align its training programmes with regulatory standards and the constantly evolving needs of the healthcare sector.
When she received the team in her office on behalf of the CEO, Dr. Kelly Oluoch, Deputy Director Academics, Dr. Nyawira Mwangi, welcomed the initiative, terming it a significant step forward in KMTC's continued pursuit of excellence in health sciences education. “The College appreciates the collaboration with the COC to strengthen the training of Clinical Officers in its campuses countrywide,” she said. Dr. Nyawira noted that such partnerships are crucial for supporting the national goal of Universal Health Coverage by producing skilled, ethical, and compassionate healthcare providers ready to serve their communities.
The Head of Training at COC, Ms. Eunice Kuria, expressed her approval of the College’s performance, stating that the audit reinforced the institution’s firm adherence to the necessary regulatory standards for training Clinical Officers. “KMTC plays a key role as a benchmark for excellence in clinical training thanks to its consistent accountability,” she noted.
This audit is part of a broader quality assurance initiative covering all 42 KMTC campuses accredited to train Clinical Officers. It emphasizes KMTC's essential role in strengthening Kenya's healthcare workforce and its dedication to graduating students who are prepared to meet the evolving needs of the health sector.
