Chemical pathology
Hematology and Immuno-Hematology
Immunology
Laboratory Practice and Management
Medical Microbiology
Parasitology and histological techniques
Diploma holders in medical laboratory technology in Kenya have a plethora of career opportunities within the healthcare sector. They can pursue roles as medical laboratory technicians, where they perform tests, analyze samples, and assist in diagnosing diseases in hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic laboratories. Additionally, graduates may find employment in research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, or public health agencies, where they can work in roles such as research assistants, quality control analysts, or epidemiology technicians, contributing to scientific research and public health initiatives.
Opportunities also exist in specialized areas of laboratory medicine such as histotechnology, cytotechnology, or blood banking, where diploma holders can work as specialized technicians or technologists, performing advanced diagnostic procedures. With further training and experience, diploma holders can advance to positions such as laboratory managers, clinical research coordinators, or laboratory supervisors, overseeing laboratory operations and leading teams of laboratory professionals.
