• SCHOOL OF HEALTH AND APPLIED SCIENCE

    Welcome to kenya school of health and applied scienceThe School of Health and Applied Sciences at the Kenya School of TVET (KSTVET) is a specialized department that trains technical trainers in health and applied sciences, equipping them with pedagogical and scientific skills to deliver competency-based education. It focuses on preparing trainers rather than direct practitioners, making it distinct from traditional health colleges.

     

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Available courses

pharmacology

Pharmacology is the study of drugs, their origins, properties, effects, and therapeutic uses. A typical course introduces students to:

  • Pharmacokinetics (ADME): Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion of drugs.

  • Pharmacodynamics: How drugs act on the body, including receptor binding, dose-response relationships, and therapeutic vs. toxic effects.

  • Drug Classifications: Characteristics of major drug groups (e.g., antibiotics, analgesics, cardiovascular drugs).

  • Clinical Applications: Safe prescribing, dosage calculations, drug interactions, and patient safety.

  • Regulatory Frameworks: Laws governing drug use, controlled substances, and ethical responsibilities in healthcare.

MICROBIOLOGY

Microbiology is a fascinating field because it sits at the intersection of biology, medicine, and environmental science. At its core, it’s the study of microscopic organisms—bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and algae—and their interactions with humans, animals, plants, and ecosystems.