About Course

The Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology course offered in Kenya is a program designed to provide students with practical skills and knowledge in the pharmaceutical industry. The course is typically offered by technical and vocational training (TVET) institutions.

The program covers a range of topics, including drug manufacturing processes, drug quality assurance, pharmacology, pharmaceutical marketing, and pharmaceutical laws and drug regulations. Students also learn about drug safety, quality control, and the proper handling of pharmaceuticals.

Graduates can work as pharmaceutical technologists in various settings, such as pharmaceutical manufacturing firms, hospitals, research institutions, and regulatory agencies. They can also choose to further their studies in related fields, such as pharmacy, pharmacology, or drug research.

This program is regulated by the pharmacists and poisons board of Kenya. Graduates have the option of upgrading to a bachelor of pharmacy programme

Qualification Required

The program requires a minimum of KCSE (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) mean grade of C (plain) as well as a minimum of C in these cluster subjects: Sciences (Biology/chemistry/physics) Languages (English / Kiswahili) and Mathematics

Certificate Awarded

Possible Careers you can pursue

• Pharmaceutical technologists

Financing Options Available

The following are various financing options available for the program.

• Self-Sponsorship
• Government Funded Sponsorship program
• State financed loans from the Higher Educations Loan board
• Private scholarship programs

Average Duration of the Course

Course Units

Average Course Fee

Tuition Fees: KES

Course Application Process