“I became more confident, responsible, patient, and determined. I learned that sometimes you have to keep moving even when you don't have everything figured out.”
I joined JFC Munene College of Health Sciences to study Perioperative Theatre Technology. At first, everything felt new—the classes, the lecturers, the practical sessions, the new people, and the responsibility that came with studying a healthcare course. College taught me that success is not just about attending classes and passing exams.
There were days when I felt tired, stressed, or unsure of myself. There were difficult topics to understand, assignments to complete, practicals to prepare for, and examinations that sometimes made me question whether I was good enough. But somehow, I kept going. One of the most memorable parts of my college journey was going for clinical attachments. Moving from the classroom into the hospital environment made everything
I had been learning feel real. My rotations exposed me to the theatre environment and taught me how important teamwork, discipline, communication, patient safety, and attention to detail are in healthcare. Being in the operating theatre was completely different from reading about it in a textbook. I learned how theatre staff work together before, during, and after surgery. I saw the importance of preparing instruments correctly, maintaining sterility, identifying patients properly, and ensuring that every member of the team understands their role.
My attachments at different hospitals, including Kiambu, Murang’a, and Thika Level 5 hospitals, gave me experiences that I will always carry with me. Some days were challenging, but every challenge taught me something new. There were also friendships, laughter, stressful moments, and memories that made college more than just a place of learning. I met people who became part of my journey, and together we experienced the highs and lows of student life. Looking back, I realize that college changed me. I became more confident, responsible, patient, and determined. I learned that sometimes you have to keep moving even when you don't have everything figured out.
My college journey was not perfect, but it was mine. Every difficult day, every examination, every practical session, every clinical rotation, and every small achievement helped shape the person I am today. As I look toward the future, I am proud of how far I have come. I may not know exactly where life will take me, but I know that the lessons I learned in college will continue to guide me.
College was not just about getting a qualification. It was about discovering myself, building courage, gaining experience, and preparing for the person I want to become, am so excited and happy that am part of curafa medical clinic kitengela today.
