Register as a health records and information officer
Health Records and Information Managers Board · sources read 4 Oct 2026
Apply to the Health Records and Information Managers Board with your certificate and at least 6 months of supervised training, and pass the Board's exam. It's an offence to practise unregistered.
- Fee
- We couldn't confirm a fee from the official page. Check it there before you pay.
- Where
- The Health Records and Information Managers Board
What you need
- Your health records and information management certificate (or higher)
- The Board's application form and fee
Steps
- After your certificate, work at least 6 months under a registered health records and information manager.
- Sit and pass the Board's examination.
- Apply to the Board on its form and pay the fee.
- Once registered, pay for and collect your certificate of registration. Keep paying the retention fee to stay on the register.
Watch out
- Practising without registration can bring a fine of up to KSh 5 million, up to 5 years in jail, or both. Employers can't hire unregistered staff.
- Private practice needs at least 3 years' experience and an annual licence.
Who can apply
- Holders of at least a certificate in health records and information management recognised by the Board
- At least 6 months of supervised training employment after qualifying
- Registration is for Kenyan citizens; non-citizens can apply to be licensed instead
Official sources (1)
- Health Records and Information Managers Act (No. 15 of 2016), revised to 31 December 2022 new.kenyalaw.org · read 4 Oct 2026