Choosing a medical course in Kenya can be a wise career move because the healthcare sector provides ample employment opportunities. However, it is important to do thorough research since some programs are more marketable than others. But is Medical Engineering marketable in Kenya?
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Pursuing Medical Engineering can pave the way for a successful and fulfilling career in the Kenyan health industry. However, remember to choose a reputable institute offering the program of your choice. This will ensure a strong foundation for your medical career.
What is Medical Engineering?
Medical Engineering is a field that merges healthcare with technology. Medical engineers design and develop solutions for improving human health by improving the healthcare sector.
Is Medical Engineering marketable in Kenya?
Yes. Medical Engineering is one of the most marketable courses in Kenya, with numerous job opportunities, putting their services in high demand. According to Kenyans Consult, Medical Engineering salary per month in Kenya ranges from Ksh. 43,000 to Ksh. 200,000.
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However, depending on one’s education qualifications, others earn as follows:
- Medical Engineering certificate holders - An average of Ksh.45,000 monthly, including all allowances.
- Diploma holders in Medical Engineering - An average of Ksh 78,000 per month inclusive of all the benefits such as housing allowances.
- Biomedical Engineering - Around Ksh.123,000 per month, including all monthly allowances
Medical Engineering course requirements in Kenya
What are the minimum requirements for a course in medical engineering? According to the Kenya Education Guide, the requirements depend on the program you want to pursue as follows:
Degree in Medical Engineering
- KCSE Mean Grade - C+
- Mathematics - C+ (plus)
- Physics/Physical Sciences - C+ (plus)
- Chemistry - C+(plus)
- Biology / Geography / Cre/Ire/Hre / Home Science / Art And Drawing / Agriculture / Woodwork / Metal Work / Computer / French / German / Arab / Business Studies - C+(plus)
Diploma in Medical Engineering
- KCSE Mean Grade - C (plain)
- English or Kiswahili - C (plain)
- Mathematics - C (plain)
- Physics/Physical Sciences - C (plain)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, Electricity, Metal Work, Chemistry, Technical Drawing - C- (minus)
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Certificate in Medical Engineering
- KCSE Mean Grade - C- (plain)
- English or Kiswahili - C – (minus)
- Mathematics - (D plain)
- Physics/Physical Sciences/ Chemistry - D (plain)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, Electricity, Metal Work, Chemistry, Technical Drawing - D (plain)
Where can one study Medical Engineering in Kenya?
There are numerous institutes you can enrol at if you are interested in studying Medical Engineering in the country. You can pursue a degree, diploma, or certificate in the following institutes:
Universities offering a degree in Medical Engineering
- University of Nairobi
- Kenyatta University
- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
- Moi University
Institutes offering diplomas in Medical Engineering
- Kenya Medical Training College (Nyeri, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nairobi and Thika campuses)
- Railway Training Institute (Nairobi)
- Mt. Kenya University (Thika)
- Clive school of nursing in Chogoria
- Thika Institute of Technology (Thika)
- Gusii Institute of Technology (Kisii)
- Kisiwa Technical Training Institute (Bungoma)
- Technical University of Mombasa (Mombasa)
- Menengai Medical &Training College (Nakuru)
- Annex Medical Training Centre (Nakuru)
- Eldoret Technical Training Institute (Eldoret)
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- Rift Valley Technical Training Institute
- Kenya Institute of Applied Sciences
- Kabete Polytechnic Training Institute
- Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences
- Technical University of Mombasa
- Eldoret National Polytechnic
- College of Tropical Medicine and Community Health
- Royal College of Science and Technology
- Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology
- Institutes offering certificate in Medical Engineering
- Kenya Medical Training College (Machakos, Kilifi, Kisumu, Nairobi and Thika campuses)
- Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences
- Kenya Institute of Applied Sciences, Eldoret
- St. Mary’s School of Clinical Medicine
- Eldoret Technical Training Institute (Eldoret)
- Menengai Medical &Training College (Nakuru)
- Annex Medical Training Centre (Nakuru)
- Clive school of nursing in Chogoria
What does a medical engineer do in Kenya?
Medical engineers apply their engineering principles to healthcare. Some of the roles of medical engineers include:
Managing medical equipment
Do medical engineers work in hospitals? Yes, most medical engineers work in hospitals and clinics. They spend their time in labs, ensuring all medical equipment is running perfectly. Others also work for government agencies monitoring and investigating possible large equipment failures.
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Instrumentation
Medical engineers monitor patients' health through sensors and images. They ensure that tests are taken and results are provided on time. In instrumentation, they focus on understanding and evaluating the whole biological system of human beings to find better treatment.
Robotics
With increasing technological growth, medical engineers have ventured into robotics. Robots are vital in delivering medical supplies and disinfecting hospitals and patient rooms.
In addition, robotics are essential in surgery, endoscopy, and rehabilitation of patients. Surgery and endoscopic robotics speed up recovery and save costs. On the other hand, rehab robotics are used as functional prosthetics.
Clinical engineering
In clinical engineering, medical engineers bridge the gap between labs and clinical practices. This comes in handy in helping medical professors discover ways of improving their work in hospitals and clinics.
Development
Medical engineers also research, test, and build specialized equipment and new theories. Some specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases, while others focus on biomaterials by designing artificial materials to work with and alongside human cells.
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Where can a medical engineer work?
According to Indeed, Medical engineers can work in either of the following places:
- Research facilities
- Manufacturing centers
- Universities and colleges
- Medical facilities, such as hospitals and laboratories
Often, medical engineers work on teams with other engineers, laboratory scientists and medical personnel. Some work full-time, while others work overtime to complete various projects.
Besides engaging in research and development, medical engineers spend hours completing testing to ensure new devices are safe and effective.
Frequently asked questions
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Wrapping up
Is Medical Engineering marketable in Kenya? Yes. It has numerous opportunities for people with the right education and skills. Even though the job market can be competitive, the demand for qualified medical engineers continues to increase as the healthcare sector expands.
Tuko.co.ke published an article about KMTC courses, qualifications, fees, and admission requirements. KMTC offers certificate, diploma, and post-basic diploma programmes to various health and medical professionals.
Only those who meet specific requirements should seek to join KMTC. The application requirements and admission criteria vary depending on the curriculum or degree of training.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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