Distinguished Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment- Hon George Opare-Addo,The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority- Mr. Osman Abdulai Ayariga,Our esteemed Master Craft Persons and their apprentices,Distinguished invited guests,Ladies and gentlemen,Good morning to you all.Distinguished Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, Hon. George Opare-Addo,Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority, Mr. Osman […]
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Distinguished Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment- Hon George Opare-Addo,
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority- Mr. Osman Abdulai Ayariga,
Our esteemed Master Craft Persons and their apprentices,
Distinguished invited guests,
Ladies and gentlemen,
Good morning to you all.
Distinguished Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, Hon. George Opare-Addo,
Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority, Mr. Osman Abdulai Ayariga,
Our esteemed Master Craft Persons and their apprentices,
Distinguished invited guests, ladies and gentlemen,
Good morning.
It is a great honour to address you today at this important matriculation ceremony, which marks another bold step in Ghana’s journey towards skills development and youth empowerment. Today is not just an event—it is a commitment to building a stronger, more resilient economy by investing in the talents and aspirations of our young people.
The National Apprenticeship Programme is one of the most ambitious initiatives in recent years to address youth unemployment and close the skills gap. Its model, grounded in the Competency-Based Training (CBT) approach of CTVET—thirty percent classroom learning and seventy percent workplace training—ensures that learners graduate with both knowledge and practical experience. This balance is what will make them truly ready for the world of work.
I must commend the National Youth Authority (NYA) for its outstanding collaboration with CTVET. By aligning with the Education Regulatory Bodies Act, 2020 (Act 1023), the NYA has shown exemplary leadership in ensuring that this programme delivers quality, progression, and recognition. On behalf of CTVET, I extend heartfelt appreciation to the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, and to the CEO of NYA, for your vision and commitment.
To our Master Craft Persons and apprentices, I say congratulations. You are the backbone of this initiative. To our apprentices especially—by joining this programme, you are investing in your future. The certificates you will earn are not just documents; they are passports to opportunity, empowerment, and independence.
One of the most remarkable features of this programme is its inclusivity. Even those who have never been to school can now progress through the National TVET Qualifications Framework—from National Proficiency I, to National Certificate II, the Higher National Diploma, and even up to the Doctor of Technology level. This ensures that no Ghanaian is left behind. Skills, not circumstances, will determine how far one can go.
However, as we celebrate, we must also face a serious concern: some TVET institutions continue to operate outside the Commission’s regulatory framework. This puts learners at great risk, because unaccredited qualifications cannot guarantee progression. I therefore urge parents and guardians—do not allow your wards to enroll in any unaccredited institution. Accreditation is not bureaucracy; it is protection—protection of learners, employers, and the reputation of TVET in Ghana.
To training providers, my appeal is simple: come to CTVET for accreditation. Work with us, as the NYA has done, so that your learners receive both training and a future. Through compliance and collaboration, we can build a TVET system that inspires confidence and delivers real results.
Ladies and gentlemen, the National Apprenticeship Programme is laying the foundation for a new Ghana—a Ghana where young people are empowered, women and persons with disabilities are included, underserved communities are uplifted, and industries are supplied with competent, innovative workers. Imagine a young girl from a rural village, who never had the chance to attend school, training as a welder and progressing all the way to become a Doctor of Technology. This is the transformation we are building together.
As I conclude, let me thank once again the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, the CEO of NYA, our Master Craft Persons, apprentices, and industry partners. Together, let us expand this programme, enforce compliance, and make TVET the first choice for Ghanaian youth.
Skills are the currency of the future. Let us invest in them, protect them, and celebrate them. The National Apprenticeship Programme is not just a project—it is a movement, a promise, and a pathway to a brighter Ghana.
Thank you, and may God bless our youth and our beloved nation.
Honourable Minister for Education,Honourable Minister for the Savannah RegionHon. Member of Parliament, for Salaga Constituency,Distinguished guests,Traditional authorities,Development partners,Representatives of De Lorenzo,Fellow colleagues from the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training,Members of the media,Ladies and gentlemen.It is with great honour and a deep sense of national duty that I join you today for this […]
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Honourable Minister for Education,
Honourable Minister for the Savannah Region
Hon. Member of Parliament, for Salaga Constituency,
Distinguished guests,
Traditional authorities,
Development partners,
Representatives of De Lorenzo,
Fellow colleagues from the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training,
Members of the media,
Ladies and gentlemen.
It is with great honour and a deep sense of national duty that I join you today for this important sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of yet another state-of-the-art TVET Centre of Excellence. This project marks another significant milestone in our collective efforts to transform technical and vocational education and training in Ghana into a globally competitive system that equips our young people with the skills and competencies needed for the 21st-century world of work.
Through the Ministry of Education, and under the leadership of His Excellency the President of the Republic of Ghana, the Government continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to developing human capital through skills-based education. The Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET), established under Act 1023, plays a pivotal role in coordinating, regulating, and promoting TVET delivery across the country. One of our specific mandates, as stated in Act 1023, is to source funding to support technical and vocational education and training activities. It is through this mandate that the Commission, in collaboration with its partners, continues to mobilize resources and technical expertise to enhance the quality, relevance, and accessibility of TVET in Ghana.
Today’s sod cutting represents one of several projects being implemented through the partnership between the Government of Ghana and De Lorenzo. Under this collaboration, De Lorenzo has been contracted to construct and equip various TVET Centres of Excellence across the country on a turn-key basis. The full scope of these projects covers design, construction, and complete furnishing of the laboratories and workshops with modern equipment, ensuring that each centre is fully functional upon completion. In addition, De Lorenzo bears the critical responsibility of knowledge transfer through dedicated Training of Trainers (ToT) programmes, which ensure that Ghanaian instructors are well-equipped to operate and maintain the technologies installed at each centre.
The vision for these Centres of Excellence is to create spaces that nurture creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Each centre is designed to train learners in a range of relevant trades such as Electrical Installation, Automation and Mechatronics, Renewable Energy, Electronics, Electric Machines, Thermotronics (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning), Autotronics and Automotive Technologies, Food Processing Technologies, Woodworking, Garment and Tailoring, Jewellery Making (Lapidary), and Information Communication Technology. These areas were carefully selected based on national development priorities and the emerging demands of both the local and global labour markets.
Our ultimate goal is not only to provide facilities but to strengthen a TVET ecosystem that aligns education with industry needs. These Centres of Excellence will serve as demonstration hubs and model institutions for quality delivery and competency-based training (CBT). They will also be central to Ghana’s ongoing efforts to promote dual TVET, workplace experience learning (WEL), and other innovative approaches that ensure our graduates possess both the knowledge and the hands-on experience needed to excel in industry.
Ladies and gentlemen, technical and vocational education and training remains the most strategic entry point for achieving a world of work that promotes social cohesion and sustainable development. The future of work is increasingly green, digital, and skills-driven. TVET for sustainable development, therefore, must equip workers to think critically about their environment, use resources responsibly, and develop solutions that promote economic growth while protecting our planet. Through these Centres of Excellence, we are preparing a generation of Ghanaian youth who will not only secure jobs but will also create jobs that contribute to a sustainable and inclusive economy.
The establishment of these Centres also aligns with Ghana’s broader Education Strategic Plan and the TVET Strategic Plan, which envision a harmonized, demand-driven, and well-regulated TVET system. As we implement these ambitious projects, the Commission continues to ensure that all training providers across the country operate within the framework of the law. I therefore use this occasion to issue a clarion call to all TVET institutions (both public and private)to register and obtain accreditation from the Commission for TVET as required by law. This is not just a bureaucratic process; it is a fundamental requirement to ensure quality, accountability, and credibility within the sector.
Accreditation ensures that training institutions meet the required standards in infrastructure, curriculum design, instructor qualifications, and quality assurance mechanisms. For learners, it guarantees that the skills and certificates they acquire are nationally recognized and internationally comparable. For industry, it provides confidence that the graduates they employ are competent and well-trained. And for the TVET providers themselves, accreditation enhances institutional reputation, opens doors to funding opportunities, and facilitates collaboration with both local and international partners.
As we break the ground for this new Centre of Excellence, we are not merely laying the foundation for a building; we are laying the foundation for Ghana’s industrial future. We are reaffirming our belief that skills are the currency of the modern economy, and that investing in skills is the surest way to achieve economic transformation. The Commission remains committed to its vision of making TVET the preferred path for Ghana’s youth and a catalyst for inclusive growth and development.
In conclusion, I wish to extend our profound gratitude to the Ministry of Education, De Lorenzo, our development partners, local authorities, and all stakeholders whose commitment has made this project possible. Together, we are shaping a TVET system that empowers, transforms, and sustains. Let us continue to work hand in hand to build the skills of today for the jobs of tomorrow.
Thank you.
Distinguished representatives from industry,Representatives of Sector Skills Bodies,Leaders of the informal sector,Heads of TVET institutions,Colleagues from government agencies,Ladies and gentlemen, It is an honour to welcome you to the 3rd National Roundtable on Private Sector Engagement in TVET. This platform has quickly become one of the most important mechanisms for sustaining dialogue between government and industry, […]
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Distinguished representatives from industry,
Representatives of Sector Skills Bodies,
Leaders of the informal sector,
Heads of TVET institutions,
Colleagues from government agencies,
Ladies and gentlemen,
It is an honour to welcome you to the 3rd National Roundtable on Private Sector Engagement in TVET. This platform has quickly become one of the most important mechanisms for sustaining dialogue between government and industry, ensuring that Ghana’s TVET system remains relevant, competitive, and aligned to the fast-changing demands of the labour market. Today’s discussions build on the strong foundation laid by the first and second roundtables and signal our collective readiness to move from dialogue to concrete action.
The role of the private sector in TVET cannot be overstated. Across the world, countries that have succeeded in building resilient, job-creating economies have placed industry at the centre of skills development. Ghana is no different. Our national development aspirations and indeed our economic competitiveness depend heavily on how well we align training with real industry needs. This alignment cannot happen without sustained private sector participation. We therefore consider you not as stakeholders, but as co-owners of Ghana’s TVET transformation agenda.
Through this engagement, we seek to promote deeper collaboration in Competency-Based Training (CBT), Workplace Experience Learning (WEL), apprenticeship models, industry-led curriculum development, and the strengthening of Sector Skills Bodies. These areas directly enhance employability, productivity, and innovation. As we scale up CBT and workplace learning across sectors, active industry involvement becomes even more critical. The evidence is clear: trainees who interact with industry during training transition more smoothly into jobs and perform better in the workplace.
Ladies and gentlemen, industry stands to gain significantly from cooperating with the TVET system, particularly through early access to top-performing learners who are trained with direct industry input, ensuring they are competent, job-ready, and aligned with real workplace standards. Additionally, collaboration allows companies to shape training content and influence the development of future talent pipelines, reducing recruitment costs, minimizing onboarding time, and guaranteeing a workforce that is fit-for-purpose and fully attuned to the organisation’s operational needs.
From our discussions so far in the two previous round table engagements, five clear takeaways have emerged. First, sustained public-private collaboration must remain at the heart of our skills development efforts. Second, CBT and workplace learning need to be scaled up nationwide to improve employability outcomes. Third, Sector Skills Bodies require stronger policy and legal backing to fully deliver on their mandate. Fourth, Ghana needs a formalized, institutionalized national dialogue platform to maintain momentum and ensure accountability. Finally, the innovative partnership ideas generated at this roundtable must be transformed into implementable action plans that deliver real impact.
Considering these takeaways, CTVET respectfully submits several policy recommendations for consideration. We propose the establishment of a National TVET Dialogue Platform as a structured mechanism for continuous public-private engagement. We are also open to discussing mechanisms to encourage companies to invest in training, collaborate with institutions, and take on workplace trainees. Equally important is the strengthening of the operational framework for Sector Skills Bodies, sustainable financing, and enhanced initiatives to drive industry standards.
We further recommend the scaling up of workplace learning opportunities, supported by insurance schemes and co-financing models that reduce risk for participating companies. There is also the need to design tailored programmes for some specific sectors as well as the informal sector, which is an area that contribute significantly to Ghana’s employment landscape. Strengthening institutional capacity, improving training equipment, and promoting joint innovation projects between training institutions and industry must also be prioritized.
As CTVET, we wish to reaffirm that the Government of Ghana has opened its doors fully to private sector engagement in TVET. We invite industry, be it large, medium, and small scale, to participate actively in curriculum development, internship and apprenticeship placements, equipment sharing, tracer studies, and job placement systems. The success of our national skills strategy depends on your leadership, your expertise, and your willingness to co-create a skills ecosystem that works for all. We stand ready to support, facilitate, and coordinate these partnerships at all levels.
In conclusion, today advances Ghana’s ambition to build a TVET system that is accountable, responsive, and globally competitive. The collective commitment demonstrated at this roundtable reinforces our shared determination to transform Ghana’s skills landscape. With your continued support, CTVET will drive forward the institutionalization of dialogue platforms, provide evidence-based policy advice, and strengthen collaboration so that together we can deliver a TVET system that meets the needs of industry, empowers young people, and accelerates national development.
Thank you.
Distinguished friends from the Media,
It is both a privilege and a duty to address you today as we prepare to commence the 2025 Certificate II Examinations for technical students across the nation. This annual event is not merely a procedural requirement, it is a national milestone, reflecting our collective progress in building a competent, skilled, and confident workforce through Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
This year, a total of 55,295 candidates are expected to sit for the Certificate II Examinations, comprising 40,339 males and 14,956 females. These numbers represent not only the scale of our national commitment to skills development, but also the increasing trust that Ghanaian youth and their families are placing in the TVET system as a viable and dignified pathway for education and employment.
We commend all these students for reaching this important stage in their academic and professional journey. We also recognize the tireless efforts of instructors, school administrators, parents, and industry partners who have guided and supported them to this point. TVET is a collaborative effort, and the gains we are witnessing today are the result of shared responsibility and sustained investment in human capital development.
TVET and Socio-Economic Development
Ladies and Gentlemen,
The role of TVET in the socio-economic transformation of Ghana cannot be overstated. Across the world, successful economies are those that prioritize and invest in skills development. In Ghana, TVET is at the heart of our national development agenda. It is central to initiatives aimed at job creation, industrialization, and inclusive growth.
In line with government priorities and the Education Strategic Plan, TVET reforms continue to focus on three key pillars: relevance, quality, and accessibility. Our vision is to ensure that every Ghanaian youth has access to training that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to succeed in the 21st-century workforce, be it as skilled employees, innovators, or entrepreneurs.
The CTVET Certificate II Examinations serve as a critical mechanism to assess the readiness of learners to transition into the world of work or proceed to further levels of training. These exams are not merely tests of memory or academic achievement; they are a robust measure of competence, demonstrating the ability to apply knowledge to real-world tasks in sectors such as construction, welding, electrical engineering, fashion, catering, mechanical work, and many more.
The outcomes of these examinations have far-reaching implications. They shape perceptions about the quality of our TVET system. They influence how employers view the capabilities of our graduates. And they ultimately affect the level of trust that society places in technical and vocational education as a whole. That is why integrity and excellence in the administration of these exams are so crucial.
Upholding Integrity and Quality in the Examination Process
Distinguished friends,
As a Commission, we are deeply committed to maintaining the highest standards in the conduct of examinations. We understand that the credibility of these assessments is integral to the reputation of our graduates and the TVET system as a whole. A certificate that is earned through honest effort and rigorous assessment speaks volumes about the character and capability of the individual who holds it.
To that end, CTVET has instituted several measures to ensure the sanctity and integrity of the 2025 Certificate II Examinations. These measures include:
- Strengthened invigilation and supervision protocols at all examination centres to deter and detect malpractice.
- Serialization of examination questions.
- Real-time monitoring systems to track examination activities and ensure strict adherence to rules.
- Orientation sessions for supervisors and candidates to reinforce ethical conduct and examination best practices.
- Collaboration with national security agencies, including the Ghana Police Service, to respond promptly to any breach of protocol or suspicion of misconduct.
We are also deploying secure storage and transportation systems for examination papers to prevent unauthorized access or tampering. The integrity of the examination process is not negotiable, and we will take swift action against any individual or institution found to be engaging in malpractice.
Furthermore, our exams have been designed in alignment with our vision to have competency-based training (CBT) standards in our TVET institutions, ensuring that what is assessed truly reflects what has been taught and what is expected in the industry. This shift from theoretical to practical assessment aligns with our broader goal of making TVET more relevant to the demands of the labour market.
Test Serialization
As part of efforts to enhance the credibility and integrity of examinations, the Commission uses an innovation known as test serialization in our examination administration.
Test serialization is the process of generating different versions of the same set of examination questions, with variations in the order of test items, options, and answer keys on each candidate’s question paper. Essentially, candidates sitting in the same examination hall may receive the same set of questions, but these questions will appear in a different sequence across various versions of the test.
The main objective of test serialization is to eliminate or significantly reduce examination malpractices such as cheating and the leaking of questions. By randomizing the positions of questions and answers, the system minimizes the possibility of candidates copying from one another or relying on leaked materials prior to the examination.
Key Characteristics of Test Serialization
Test serialization offers several advantages that contribute to a more secure, fair, and effective assessment process. It makes it easier to assess students using different versions of the same set of questions, allowing for broader deployment across multiple examination centers. It ensures that results are consistent and comparable across all candidates while measuring the same content and learning outcomes.
Additionally, it encourages more effective teaching and learning by emphasizing content mastery over rote memorization. The serialized tests are designed to be easy to administer, as they maintain the same instructions, directions, and duration across all versions. This innovation also enhances fairness, strengthens test security, and protects the integrity of certificates issued. Furthermore, it reduces the risk of recurring leaks at examination centers and discourages candidates from relying on “apor” (leaked questions), scammers, and fake materials circulated on social media. Importantly, it upholds the validity of scores across all series of the test, making it possible to issue the same certificate to all candidates regardless of the version of the paper they received.
There are ten essential aspects of test serialization that every stakeholder should be aware of:
- All test series are based on the same test blueprint and content.
- Each version follows the same construct, format, and structure.
- The same questions appear in all versions but are arranged in different positions.
- Test items are grouped under the same thematic areas across all series.
- Instructions, directions, and the duration of the test remain uniform.
- All answer choices (alternatives) are the same but presented in varied positions.
- The correct answers (keys) are also the same but differently positioned in each version.
- All versions use the same marking schemes or scoring guides.
- Every version is administered at the same time and date across all centers.
- Regardless of the series, all candidates receive the same score interpretation, qualification, and certification.
Through test serialization, the Commission aims to strengthen public confidence in the examination system and ensure a fair and credible assessment process for all.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO STUDENTS AND TRAINING PROVIDERS.
The test serialization is being rolled out effectively again this year as part of the 2025 May/June Certificate II Examinations. There would be Six (6) series for each developed for each set of questions.
Finally, all the Core Subjects and selected Elective subjects of Certificate II examination papers.
A Call to Candidates and Stakeholders
To our candidates, I wish to say: this examination is a moment of truth, a chance to demonstrate your mastery of the skills and knowledge you have acquired over months and years of training. Approach it with confidence, honesty, and a commitment to excellence. Do not allow yourselves to be misled by individuals who may tempt you into acts that undermine your integrity and future.
Success in this examination opens doors. It enhances your employability. It builds your credibility. And most importantly, it adds value to your contribution to nation-building.
To our teachers, invigilators, and examination officials: you carry a great responsibility. The professionalism with which you execute your duties will determine the overall quality and credibility of the process. I urge you to remain vigilant, impartial, and consistent in upholding the values of the Commission.
To our industry partners and employers, I reaffirm our dedication to producing graduates who meet your expectations. Your feedback continues to shape our reforms, and your participation in the design and assessment of TVET programmes ensures their relevance and effectiveness.
To parents and guardians, thank you for your belief in TVET and for supporting your children through this journey. Your role in instilling values such as discipline, honesty, and hard work is vital to the success of these young learners.
Conclusion
Ladies and Gentlemen,
As we embark on this year’s Certificate II Examinations, let us remember that this process is not just an assessment, it is a symbol of Ghana’s ambition to rise through skills, innovation, and integrity. The TVET transformation agenda is alive and gaining momentum, and with every cohort that passes through these examinations, we are building the human capital necessary to sustain our national development.
I extend my very best wishes to all 55,295 candidates. May your hard work be rewarded, your integrity remain unshaken, and your future shine brightly as skilled professionals and change-makers in our economy.
Let us all work together to ensure a smooth, fair, and credible examination process—one that we can all be proud of.
Thank you, and may God bless our nation.
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Distinguished members of the press,
Representatives of TVET Institutions,
Development partners,
Ladies and gentlemen,
I am pleased to welcome you to the official press launch of the Ghana TVET Excellence Awards. Today marks an important milestone in our collective effort to reposition Technical and Vocational Education and Training as a respected, attractive, and impactful pathway for national development.
The Ghana TVET Excellence Awards is a joint initiative of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) and The Delegation of German Industries in Ghana (AHK) with funding support from the German Federal Ministry for Education, Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth (BMBFSFJ). This partnership reflects our shared commitment to building a strong, demand-driven TVET system that responds directly to the needs of industry, supports innovation, and equips Ghanaian youth with relevant, employable skills.
The Awards are designed to recognize, reward, and promote excellence across the entire TVET ecosystem in Ghana. They celebrate outstanding institutions, exceptional students, dedicated facilitators, skilled industry practitioners, and innovators within both the formal and informal sectors. In doing so, the Awards send a clear message that skills excellence matters and that technical competence, creativity, and professionalism deserve national recognition.
Specifically, the Awards seek to encourage high-quality delivery of TVET programmes, strengthen industry linkages, promote workplace-based learning, and celebrate exceptional achievements at both pre-tertiary and tertiary levels. They also aim to improve the visibility and public perception of TVET, while inspiring innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement across institutions, workplaces, and training centres nationwide.
This year’s Award categories reflect the diversity and depth of Ghana’s TVET landscape. They include Overall Best TVET Providers at pre-tertiary and tertiary levels, Outstanding TVET Students, Excellence in Competency-Based Training practice, Innovation among trainees, recognition of the informal sector through the Master Craft Person award, and a special category celebrating female excellence in male-dominated trade areas. These categories ensure that merit is recognized across institutions, trades, and learner pathways.
Beyond celebration, the Ghana TVET Excellence Awards play a strategic role in improving quality and standardization within the TVET system. By rewarding institutions and practitioners who adhere to national occupational standards, competency-based training principles, and industry requirements, the Awards reinforce best practices and encourage others to raise their standards. In this way, the Awards contribute directly to quality assurance, consistency, and credibility across the sector.
The Awards also matter because TVET is central to Ghana’s industrial transformation and job creation agenda. A skilled workforce is the backbone of productivity, innovation, and competitiveness. By showcasing role models of excellence, the Ghana TVET Excellence Awards help change mindsets, elevate the image of skilled work, and affirm that TVET graduates are not second options, but critical drivers of economic growth and national development.
Ladies and gentlemen, transparency and credibility are at the heart of this Awards scheme. The selection process will be guided by clear criteria and overseen by independent, neutral, and highly respected jury members drawn from industry, academia, and professional bodies. This approach ensures fairness, objectivity, and public confidence in the outcomes of the Awards.
In this regard, I wish to encourage all eligible institutions, students, facilitators, industry practitioners, and informal sector actors to participate. If you meet the criteria, I urge you to apply. These Awards are open, inclusive, and designed to reflect the true breadth of talent and excellence that exists within Ghana’s TVET ecosystem. You can apply by visiting the CTVET website.
In closing, I reaffirm CTVET’s commitment to building a high-quality, industry-relevant, and inclusive TVET system that works for Ghana. The Ghana TVET Excellence Awards is not just a celebration—it is a call to excellence, professionalism, and pride in skills. I thank our partners, particularly the Government of Germany through BMBFSFJ, the media, and all stakeholders for your continued support. Together, let us elevate TVET, empower skilled people, and shape Ghana’s future through skills. Thank you.
Our friends from the media. I am delighted to have you here this morning for this brief encounter. As part of the Commission’s mandate and functions, we organize examinations for students in the various technical and vocational schools. This engagement is done `every year to brief the media and the general public on plans for […]
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Our friends from the media.
I am delighted to have you here this morning for this brief encounter.
As part of the Commission’s mandate and functions, we organize examinations for students in the various technical and vocational schools. This engagement is done `every year to brief the media and the general public on plans for the examinations and other modalities.
However, this engagement has become even more important this year because we are introducing an innovation known as serialization in this year’s examination administration.
WHAT IS TEST SERIALIZATION?
Test serialization is simply the process of generating different versions of the same questions but with different positions of the test items, options and keys on the question papers of each candidate.
With Serialization, candidates in the same examination hall may receive the same questions but with different question numbers on each of the series.
The purpose of this exercise is to ensure the issues of cheating during examinations and leaking of examination questions are eliminated or minimized.
Key among the main characteristics are;
- a) Easy to test students with different versions of the same set of questions
- b) Allows the same test items to be administered at different examination centers
- c) Produces consistent & comparable scores
- d) Measures the same content and construct
- e) Encourages teachers and learners to do effective teaching and learning in schools
- f) Easy to administer using the same instructions, directions & duration
- g) Ensures fairness, test security, and integrity of certificates
- h) Reduces perennial leakages of examination papers at examination centers
- i) Discourages candidates from relying on “apor”, scammers and fake questions from the social media platforms
- j) Establishes validity of scores across all series of the test
- k) Makes possible to award the same certificate to all candidates
there are 10 key issues about Test Serialization that we would like students, training providers, and the public to know:
- a) Same test blueprint and Content are used.
- b) Same construct (skills & traits), format, and structure
- c) Same questions, with different versions at varied positions
- d) Same test items under the same thematic areas
- e) Same instructions, directions, and duration of the test
- f) Same alternatives (options) with varied positions
- g) Same keys (correct answers) with varied positions
- h) Same Marking schemes or Scoring guide for the series
- i) Same date and time for the administration of all series at all centers
- j) Same score, qualification, and certification are awarded
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO STUDENTS AND TRAINING PROVIDERS.
The test serialization is being rolled out effectively this year, especially as part of the 2023 May/June Certificate II Examinations. There would be Eight (8) series for each developed for each set of questions.
Finally, which Subjects are going to be serialized?
All the Core Subjects and selected Elective subjects of Certificate II examination papers.
KEY STATISTICS FOR THE 2023 EXAMINATIONS.
The following are some key statistics:
REVISING THE GRADING SYSTEM
We are also revising the grading system for the CERTIFICATE II Core and Elective Examinations. The objective of this is to ensure that we bring it on par with the grading system of other examination bodies like the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and also to ensure that technical students face very few challenges when progressing to study at the tertiary level.
The new grading system will look like this;
Our friends from the media.I am delighted to have you here as we kickstart the 2023 WorldSkills Ghana Zonal Skills Competition.There exists evidence which connects the use of skills competitions in technical and vocational education (TVET) to improve outcomes for teaching and learning. Skills competitions provide a great opportunity for employer and industry involvement in […]
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Our friends from the media.
I am delighted to have you here as we kickstart the 2023 WorldSkills Ghana Zonal Skills Competition.
There exists evidence which connects the use of skills competitions in technical and vocational education (TVET) to improve outcomes for teaching and learning. Skills competitions provide a great opportunity for employer and industry involvement in competitions. It helps instructors, tutors, and trainers to further develop occupational and pedagogical expertise.
The introduction of skills competitions by CTVET as part of the MY TVET campaign is aimed at revitalizing technical and vocational education and training skills competitions among TVET institutions in the country.
Ghana is the 81st member and the first West African country to join World Skills International, a group of people and organisations that together advance the shared social objective of increasing the provision of skills. With this, we join other member countries in building the confidence of millions of young people and inspiring young competitors to turn their passions into professions.
WorldSkills is a movement of change. With its over 85-member countries and regions, it helps young people who want to change their lives and the fortunes of their communities, and societies.
As a player in the field of technical and vocational education and training, WorldSkills International is dedicated to the didactic concept of „learning in competition“, continuing education for trainers and HR managers, career orientation measures, and specialist topics such as the digitalization of vocational education and training and the working world of the future.
Ladies and Gentlemen, the Zonal Skills competition will take place within two zones of the country. The Southern Zone will take place from 26th to 29th June 2023 whilst the Northern Zone will take place from 3rd to 6th July 2023.
In all, there would be 368 competitors from across the country competing during this year’s event. Out of this, 110 will be competing in the Northern Zone whilst the remaining 268 will compete in the Southern Zone.
The trade areas for the competition are: bricklaying, fashion technology, autobody repair, cooking, carpentry and joinery, hairdressing, welding, automobile technology, beauty therapy, graphic design, I.T. software solutions for business, mechatronics, mechanical engineering CAD and electrical installation.
The introduction of skills competitions is paramount because it has the potential to accelerate any country’s drive toward development. Skills competitions encourage creativity, competitiveness, and innovation and more importantly boost the image of a country on the international stage. It is also aimed at raising stakeholder awareness and courting industry support for TVET in Ghana. CTVET, together with other partners coordinate the overall competition and also prepares national winners for international skills competitions such as the WorldSkills Competition. This is to ensure that the youth are exposed to a variety of skill areas and technology.
This year’s competition is being supported by the EU Ghana Pact for Skills: Support to the Transformation of the TVET System being implemented by GIZ, World University Service of Ghana, under the INVEST Project, UNI-JAY Company Limited, and Prestige Institute Professionals.
Winners from the Zonal Skills Competition will progress to compete in the National Skills Competition which will be taking place in October this year. We are also taking steps to ensure that can compete in the WorldSkills International Competition which will take place next year in Lyon, France.
We would like to use this opportunity to invite all stakeholders and especially the media, to join us from tomorrow at the various competition venues.
We would also like to use this opportunity to appeal to Corporate Ghana to support this movement which is aimed at transforming technical and vocational education and training. The role of Corporate Ghana in achieving the aims and objectives of this Commission cannot be emphasized enough. Whatever we do is geared towards providing the skilled manpower required to work for the various sectors and industries. Thus, their support will be needed as we train these young people for the future world of work.
Together, we can support and expand TVET for young people in Ghana.
Let‘s start together now to make a lasting difference in the lives of these young people by supporting the WorldSkills Ghana Competitions.
To the competitors, I wish each of them, the best of luck. They should see this as an opportunity to upgrade their skills and learn from the best experts we have available.
Thank you all, and see you tomorrow at the competition venues.
The Chairman for the Occasion
Invited Guests
Ladies and Gentlemen
It is an honour and pleasure to address this important assembly in the beautiful city of Kumasi.
Ladies and Gentlemen, I believe we are all here today because of our passion and drive to see the Barbering Industry reformed and at par with what exists in the developed nations of the world. This is aptly captured in the theme for this occasion “BUIDLING OUR INDUSTRY THROUGH QUALITY EDUCATION AND TRAINING”.
This theme resonates with what the Government of Ghana is trying to achieve the establishment of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET). Our mandate at CTVET is to promote, regulate and administer TVET for transformation and innovation for sustainable development.
I am also particularly pleased with the theme because it resonates with the SDG 4. Goal 4 is to ensure inclusive and quality education for all and promote lifelong learning. As you may be aware, on 25 September 2015, the UN General Assembly adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and identified 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as the plan for action to end poverty, protect the planet’s biosphere and ensure prosperity for all.
Today, the world has the largest youth cohort in history. Whether this translates into the largest development dividend or the largest development challenge in history will much depend on how this cohort of youth is educated and skilled for the changing world of work. This is why the SDG 4 is so important.
Ladies and Gentlemen, quality education and training can only be achieved if we take conscious and deliberate steps to bring it about. This is why one of the major divisions within the Commission is the Standards, Curriculum Development and Enforcement which is mandated to ensure there is quality in TVET delivery.
To ensure that this role is undertaken successfully, the Government through the Commission has established the Sector Skills Bodies (SSBs). The sector bodies are being established to focus on exploration of business opportunities, innovation and capacity needs within the sectors. They will help the Commission develop occupational standards, provide input for curriculum development as well as advise the Commission about the Skill needs of their sectors.
To compliment these efforts, Government has committed over $700 million (USD) to revamp and transform TVET over the last 4 to 5 years alone. Government is equipping and retooling the TVET institutions and Technical Universities in a bid to make Ghana the hub of TVET excellence across Africa as envisioned by the His Excellency the President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
Government is also committing an additional 200 million dollars through the jobs and skills project to ensure there is quality in TVET delivery as well as to support MSME’s through the Commission for TVET (CTVET) and the Ghana Enterprise Agency (GEA) respectively.
Again, the Enforcement Unit within the Commission is key to promoting quality in TVET. Enforcement is a process of ensuring compliance with law, regulation, rules, standards. The Enforcement Unit is a division under the SCD&E Directorate. The main function of the Unit is to ensure stakeholder implementation of the quality assurance procedures and their compliance with statutory laws, regulation and standards. Stakeholder compliance in this sense refers to compliance with all external regulatory requirements and standards coupled with all the internal obligations driven by their internal quality assurance mechanism. The element of quality assurance in the enforcement process is to help address the issues of mismatch, misalignment and gaps within our accreditation process and effective implementation of the CBT by various stakeholders.
Ladies and Gentlemen, in addition to all these, several steps are being taken to ensure that TVET in Ghana becomes world-class.
So far, the government has undertaken the following;
- Started the establishment of 20 state-of-the-art TVET institutions to improve access
- Conducted of skills gap analysis in various sectors
III. Needs assessment of all TVET institutions conducted
- Implementation of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Implementation of the MyTVET campaign
- Developing a manual for Gender and Persons with Special Needs
VII. Upgrade and modernization of all NVTI institutions
VIII. Upgrade and equipping if selected TVIs and Technical Universities; among others.
Ladies and Gentlemen, these are exciting times for TVET and I am glad to announce that, the Commission will begin the implementation of the Ghana Jobs and Skills Project which is aimed at providing over 200,000 jobs to Ghanaian youth through skills training. Through a robust apprenticeship programme under the Jobs and Skills training, the youth will be provided with demand driven skills which is industry led.
Also, the Commission has developed a National Apprenticeship Policy which has been approved by the Ministry of Education and Cabinet. The National Apprenticeship Policy sets out the mechanisms required to strengthen the apprenticeship system in Ghana and help improve opportunities for youth employment.
I am also happy to announce that Ghana became the 81st member of WorldSkills in June 2019. WorldSkills is the global hub for skills excellence and developments with ongoing activities nationally, regionally and globally. This will give us access to WorldSkills standards and specifications and also introduce the youth to a variety of skilled areas. This year we will be organizing a National Skills Competition in August to select people who will compete in the WorldSkills Africa Regional Competition and the WorldSkills Competition in Namibia and Shanghai (China) all in 2022.
The Commission will also continue implementing CBT as per the 5-year strategic plan and all TVET institutions in Ghana and all awarding bodies will be expected to issue only CBT qualifications on the National TVET Qualification Framework (NTVETQF) for TVET learners in Ghana at the end of the 5 years. As part of the Commissions effort to operationalize this policy, all TVET institutions, TVET Facilitators, Assessors and Verifiers are supposed to be registered and accredited with the Commission so as to ensure quality TVET delivery in Ghana.
Let me use this occasion to encourage all you to work closely with the CTVET so that your institutions will be registered and accredited.
Let me thank you very much for inviting me to this august gathering and it is my fervent hope that we will leave here with lots of issues, addressed that will help reform our TVET system to the standard it deserves.
Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my pleasure and honour to have addressed you.
Thank you very much.
Hon. Minister for Education
Your Excellencies (Members of the Diplomatic Corps)
Heads of institutions
Industry Partners
Friends from the Media
Distinguished Invited Guests
Ladies and Gentlemen
I am extremely excited to welcome you all to this inauguration of the Sector Skills Bodies Secretariat.
On behalf of the Commission, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Hon. Minister for Education Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum for graciously accepting to be here this morning. This truly is a testament of Government’s commitment to the strengthening of TVET to better enable its skilled workforce contribute to national development.
Ladies and Gentlemen, Ghana has a youthful population. With the right technical and vocational education and training, coupled with national strategies and policies that provide the right environment for the creation of employment opportunities, they would be the nation’s greatest asset for development.
One of the avenues to realize this is through partnership with industry. So, I am proud that the Ministry of Education through CTVET is ensuring that industry leads the way in terms of skills training through the setting up of Sector Skills Bodies; to focus on the exploration of business opportunities, innovation and capacity needs within identified sectors of the economy.
Members of the bodies have all been selected for their various contributions and experience in their respective sectors.
It is our sincere hope that through your work, we will find practical solutions to the challenge of skills mismatch and be adequately prepared for future skills needs.
Ladies and Gentlemen, we are gathered here to observe two very important milestones. The inauguration of the newly established SSBs in the following sectors; Textiles, Garment and Apparel, Logistics and Transportation and Health Care. We will also witness the official inauguration of the office for the Sector Skills Bodies.
The building we inaugurate today is going to serve as an office facility for you to conveniently conduct your activities.
Hon Minister, Excellencies, the establishment of eleven (11) Sector Skills Bodies, with another 11 more to go; has been the result of the commitment and hard work of dozens and dozens of people. I would like to say a big thank you to all who have made this possible.
To our partners GIZ, European Union, International Labour Organization, Ford Foundation, KAS – Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, AHK – German Chambers of Commerce Abroad; we truly appreciate your unflinching support!
May our bond of friendship continue to grow in the ensuing years.
I hope I will not be out of line if I say the doors of this secretariat are always open to all. Please do come by and let us all join forces to strengthen skills development to achieve the Ghana we all envisage.
THANK YOU ALL.