NAIROBI, Kenya — The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has released approximately 13,000 transcripts for graduates who sat the January–February 2026 Final Qualifying Examinations, a move aimed at accelerating their entry into the workforce.
The release on Wednesday, April 1, signals a shift in the institution’s records management policy, addressing long-standing delays that previously forced graduates to wait until official graduation ceremonies to obtain critical employment documents.
Digital Push Cuts Red Tape
The College has digitised academic records and decentralised transcript distribution across its campuses, responding to surging demand from both graduates and international recruitment agencies.
Dr. Kelly Oluoch, KMTC Chief Executive Officer, said the reforms were driven by the need to align institutional processes with labour market realities.
“We are responding to requests from our students who require these documents to pursue job opportunities. Previously, transcripts were issued during graduation, but we noted that this approach limited timely access,” Dr. Oluoch said.
The changes reflect broader governance reforms within Kenya’s public training institutions to reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks that hamper youth employment.
Global Demand Drives Reform
KMTC continues to field numerous authentication requests from overseas recruitment agencies, underscoring the international competitiveness of Kenyan-trained health workers.
Dr. Oluoch said the College has implemented a coordinated distribution strategy to ensure efficient delivery.
“We prioritise efficiency to ensure that our students receive their transcripts without unnecessary delays. This is a critical document that directly supports their transition into the job market,” he said.
Access Simplified
Graduates will collect transcripts from the respective campus Heads of Department offices upon presentation of valid identification. No additional fees apply.
The streamlined process marks a departure from previous systems where administrative delays often cost graduates time-sensitive job opportunities, particularly in foreign markets with rigid documentation requirements.
