About Course

Dermatology is concerned with all the disorders of the outer skin and inner mucous membranes. Venereology is concerned with disorders that can be transmitted through sexual contact. Although these are two different medical fields, they are grouped together as venerology is not considered an independent field of medicine.

 The specialist in these branches of medicine is able to recognize skin and sexually transmitted diseases though changes in the skin or mucous membranes. He uses probes to conduct a variety of tests so as to arrive at a precise diagnosis. Common skin disorders include dermatitis (inflammation), psoriasis (flaking) and fungal infections whilst the most common diseases when it comes to venerology are syphilis, gonorrhoea and the pubic louse. HIV infections are also treated by dermatologists.

Qualification Required

To qualify for admission to this programme, candidates must have completed a relevant diploma from a recognized institution.

Certificate Awarded

Expertise Gained

By the end of the course, graduates should be able to perform specialized diagnostic procedures related to skin conditions such as:

1. Administer applied, injected, and internal medicines
2. Conduct Ultraviolet light therapy
3. Perform Surgical procedures such as electrosurgery, cryosurgery, laser surgery and excision surgery  with appropriate closures (including skin grafts)
4. Perform Cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels, sclerotherapy (used for conditions like varicose veins) and micro-dermabrasion (a procedure to exfoliate the skin)
5. Diagnose and treat sexually transmitted diseases

Possible Careers you can pursue

Dermatologist

Derma-pathologist

Pediatric Dermatologist

Cosmetic Dermatologist

Mohs surgeon

Financing Options Available

The following are various financing options available for the program.

1. Self-Sponsorship
2. Government Funded Sponsorship program
3. State financed loans from the Higher Educations Loan board
4. Local authority bursary programs (usually in conjunction with a development partner)

Average Duration of the Course

Course Units

Some of the units covered in this course include:

1. Dermatology I
2. Pharmacology and therapeutics in dermatology
3. Principles of dermatological diagnosis and management
4. Anatomy and physiology of the skin and appendages
5. Research methodology
6. HSM
7. STIs and HIV/AIDS
8. Dermatology II
9. Leprosy
10. Skin cancers (benign & malignant), blistering disorders, cutaneous drug eruptions and neurocutaneous conditions
11. Dermatology III
12. Dermatology IV - Community dermatology

Average Course Fee

Self-Sponsored:

 KES 70,000/= per Year (Tuition)

 Government Sponsored:

KES 30,000/= per Year (Tuition)

Course Application Process