St Elizabeth School of Nursing Mukumu is a Catholic-sponsored medical training institution owned by the Catholic Diocese of Kakamega.
Located along the Kakamega–Kisumu Highway, the institution has trained healthcare professionals since the 1960s and offers accredited programmes in nursing, perioperative theatre technology, counselling and social sciences.
The institution delivers training approved by the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and TVET-CDACC, combining classroom instruction with practical clinical experience at St Elizabeth Hospital Mukumu.
St Elizabeth School of Nursing Mukumu Courses
St Elizabeth School of Nursing Mukumu offers accredited programmes in nursing, perioperative theatre technology, counselling psychology, marriage and family therapy, and social work. This guide outlines available courses, entry requirements, short professional programmes and official contact details to help prospective students choose suitable healthcare and social science training opportunities.Nursing
| Course | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN) | KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain), C in Biology and English/Kiswahili, C- in either Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics |
Perioperative Theatre Technology
| Course | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Perioperative Theatre Technology | KCSE Mean Grade C- |
| Certificate in Perioperative Theatre Technology | KCSE Mean Grade D+ |
Social Sciences
| Course | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Social Work and Community Development | KCSE Mean Grade C- |
| Certificate in Social Work and Community Development | KCSE Mean Grade D+ or Artisan Certificate |
| Diploma in Counselling Psychology | KCSE Mean Grade C- or Certificate in Counselling Psychology |
| Certificate in Counselling Psychology | KCSE Mean Grade D+ or Artisan Certificate |
| Diploma in Marriage and Family Therapy | KCSE Mean Grade C- or Certificate in Counselling Psychology Level 5 |
| Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy | KCSE Mean Grade D+ |
Short Courses
| Course | Duration | Mode of Study |
|---|---|---|
| HTS | 28 Days | Weekend |
| Adherence | 10 Days | Weekend |
The short courses are suitable for healthcare workers, counsellors, teachers, and social workers seeking professional development.
Prospective students should contact the institution for the latest intake dates, tuition fees, and admission procedures, as programme requirements and charges may change.
St Elizabeth School of Nursing Mukumu Contacts
Location: Along Kakamega–Kisumu Highway, Khayega, Kakamega County
Phone: 0734 636 308, 0700 798 070
