Certificate in Public Health

Your Gateway to a Global Healthcare Career

The Certificate in Public Health at WICHS equips students with essential knowledge and skills to improve community health through education, disease prevention, and health promotion. This program prepares students to support public health initiatives in hospitals, community-based organizations, and government agencies.

Details

Requirements, Duration etc...

  • Course Requirements

    To enroll in this program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    • • Minimum KCSE Mean Grade of D+ or equivalent
    • • Basic proficiency in English
    • • Copies of academic certificates & identification documents
    • • Application fee of Kshs. 2,000 (Non-refundable)

  • Course Duration

    This is a 1-year program including:

    • • 4 months of classroom instruction and skills training
    • • 2 months of practical training in healthcare settings

  • Assessment & Certification

    Upon completion, graduates will receive a TVET-accredited diploma, recognized nationally and internationally.
    Additionally, graduates will receive a certificate that is accredited and recognized internationally in the USA, Canada, and beyond.

    • • Complete all coursework and practical sessions
    • • Pass both written and practical assessments
    • • Successfully complete a supervised internship

  • Internship & Practical Training

    Students in this program will complete mandatory fieldwork and internship rotations in:

    • • Fieldwork in public health programs
    • • Hands-on training in disease surveillance and health education
    • • Community-based health intervention projects

  • Tuition Fees & Additional Costs

    Flexible payment plans are available to make tuition manageable.

    • • Tuition Fees: Kshs. 100,000 (Total for 6 months)
    • • Application Fee (Non-refundable): Kshs. 2,000
    • • Student ID: Kshs. 500
    • • Uniforms (Scrubs): Kshs. 4,000

  • Enrollment Information

    New intakes occur every quarter (January, April, July, and October). Apply at least 2 weeks before the course start date. The steps to apply are as follows:

    • • Step 1: Fill out the online application form or visit our admissions office.
    • • Step 2: Submit required documents and pay the application fee.
    • • Step 3: Receive confirmation and schedule an admission interview.
    • • Step 4: Secure your spot and begin your journey in healthcare!

Main

Focus

Key Learning Areas

  • Introduction to Public Health. Understanding the foundations of health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Epidemiology & Disease Surveillance. Tracking and analyzing health trends in populations.
  • Environmental & Occupational Health. Studying the effects of environmental factors on public health.
  • Health Policy & Ethics. Understanding laws, regulations, and ethical considerations in public health.
  • Community Health Interventions. Implementing programs to improve health outcomes.
  • Nutrition & Public Health. Addressing malnutrition and promoting healthy eating habits.
  • Emergency Preparedness & Response. Managing public health crises and disaster response.
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Career

opportunities

Graduates of this program can work in:

  • Public Health Assistants
  • Community Health Workers
  • Health Educators & Outreach Coordinators
  • Environmental Health Assistants
  • Disease Surveillance & Prevention Assistants
  • NGO & Humanitarian Health Support Staff
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