Psychology is the study of human behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists work to understand and improve the functioning of human beings at home, school, work, play, in their religious pursuits and in society in general. They are also responsible for the psychological well being of patients in the hospital setting.

The Outspan Hospital has been selected as an attachment site for students doing their Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Psychology by various universities such as USIU and Daystar University. OMC offers the following Diplomas in Psychology:

a)      Dip. Clinical Counselling Psychology  - 3 Years

b)      Dip. Counselling Psychology

–         Full Time 3 Years

–        Part time 1 Year

–        Holiday based 1 Year

c)       Dip. Chemical dependency and Substance abuse – 1 Year

Requirements: 

Dip. Clinical Counselling Psychology - KCSE Mean Grade C

Dip. Chemical dependency and Substance abuse - KCSE Mean Grade C

Dip. Counselling Psychology

–         Full Time 3 Years - KCSE Mean Grade C

–        Part time 1 Year - KCSE Mean Grade C, Basic Certificate in the area of specialization

–        Holiday based 1 Year  - KCSE Mean Grade C, Basic Certificate in the area of specialization