Ghana TVET Report: Ashanti Region Skills Supply and Demand Side Assessment Report
Ghana’s TVET Sector Report: A New Report Spotlights Key Challenges
Highlights
UNICEF Ghana, in collaboration with the Government of Ghana, conducted a study in the Ashanti region to evaluate the alignment between the skills provided by Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and those demanded by employers. The key findings revealed a mismatch between the skills job seekers possess and the needs of employers, resulting in oversupply in certain trades while facing critical shortages in others.
The identified gaps include:
- Curriculum Misalignment: TVET curricula do not align with industry demands, particularly in the areas of agriculture and ICT.
- Perception Gaps: Graduates believe they are more prepared for the job market than employers perceive them to be, often citing weak practical and soft skills. - Infrastructure Strain: Increased enrollment due to free TVET education is putting a strain on infrastructure and the effectiveness of Competency-Based Training (CBT).
The study underscores the significance of TVET in harnessing Ghana's demographic dividend. Recommendations include collaborative efforts across sectors and increased investment to better align TVET with industry needs for sustainable economic growth.
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