- +2547- 9646 - 3098
- amiu.tvet@amref.ac.ke
- AMIU Campus - Northlands Ruiru
Call/WhatsApp - +2547 - 9646 - 3098
Email Us - amiu.tvet@amref.ac.ke
The programme purpose is to produce a Pharmaceutical Technologist who will ensure personal responsibility for learning, development and a foundation for subsequent continuing professional development, effectively communicate with patients, peers and other healthcare professionals, apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills in their professional practice, uphold legal, professional and ethical standards, participate in health research, and provide pharmaceutical care to patients.
Applicants for this course should satisfy the following minimum requirements: –
Must have passed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a mean grade of C (Plain) or its equivalent as equated by KNEC.
Must have scored a minimum of C (Plain) in the following four Cluster subjects:
i. English or Kiswahili.
ii. Chemistry or Physical Science.
iii. Biology or Biological Science. Mathematics or Physics.
Any other international qualifications to get approval from the KNQA (Kenya National Qualification Authority).
Duration – This is a non-modular full-time programme designed to have a minimum duration of 2,541 hours (Three academic years) plus six (6) months of practical attachment.
Mode of delivery: Fulltime – Face to Face (Monday-Friday; 8AM – 5PM)
Examination – The examinations for the award of Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology will be conducted by Amref and licensed by Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Upon completion of the Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology students will be able to : –
(a) Meet the increased demand for trained personnel to provide health services.
(b) Contribute towards economic, technological and professional development.
(c) Increase access to quality health care.
(d) Render quality health care services.
(e) Meet the changing health demands and requirements of the population.
(f) Promote good health by providing safe, efficacious, quality and affordable medicine and health care services.
