In a strategic effort to raise awareness about the role played by Sector Skills Bodies (SSBs) in Ghana, the Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) hosted a media engagement event at its premises.
The event was held in collaboration with GIZ under the “Skills Agreement: Supporting the Transformation of the TVET System in Ghana” and was a key It served as a platform.
The initiative brought together journalists, industry representatives, and SSB leaders to foster a comprehensive understanding of the work undertaken by SSB and how it contributes to the country’s economic development.
“As we seek to transform the TVET system, it is important to recognize the vital role that sector skills agencies play in aligning training programs with industry needs,” he stressed. [CTVET spokesperson]. “Their involvement ensures that our graduates not only acquire theoretical knowledge, but also the practical skills that the workforce demands.”
Ms. Ramona Simon, on behalf of the German Government, emphasized collaborative efforts to strengthen skills development. “Germany has long recognized the important role that TVET plays in promoting economic growth,” she said. “Our investment reflects our commitment to transforming the possibilities for skills development. By partnering with Ghana, we aim to create a workforce that meets the evolving demands of the global economy. I am.”
Hon Gifty Tum Ampofo, Deputy Minister of Education, emphasized the importance of industry involvement in TVET. “To ensure maximum success, we considered it important to develop mutually beneficial partnerships with the private sector,” she explained. “Our vision is to bridge the gap between education and industry needs. Through initiatives such as apprenticeships, curriculum development and skills gap analysis, we create a symbiotic relationship that benefits both students and employers. We aim to do so.”
“We are fully committed to making TVET education a global competitor,” Hon Ampofo stressed. “The government, in cooperation with Germany, has invested $119,000 in completed projects, with an additional fund of €16 million under the Austrian government to strengthen and upgrade technical institutions. It underpins our commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support skills development. ”
CTVET Executive Director Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah spoke on sustaining the TVET platform. “If we can get the government to support the skills institutions in the sector, we can continue to sustain the TVET platform,” he said. “The commitment of $22 million from the German government and $60 million from the World Bank to the apprenticeship training program is a testament to the global recognition of the importance of TVET in building a skilled workforce.”
Madam Constance Swaniker, Chair of the Sector Skills Committee, emphasized the importance of agile policies and regulations to respond to changes in the industry. “All the conversations we are having are about job creation for young people,” she stressed. “Our goal is to ensure that our curriculum is not only up-to-date, but also able to anticipate changes in the industry. It should not be a talk shop. We need to reduce the cost of doing business to facilitate this transition.”
Madam Ethel Cofie, CEO and founder of EDEL Technology Consulting, echoed employers’ concerns. “People who come out of school aren’t very useful to us,” she says. “There are things that have to be corrected along the way. So I think if we follow what India has done with Hisense, if we follow that path, we will develop good talent who can work in the industry or start their own companies.” One thing to look out for is professional standards licensing. Even if a plumber comes to your home, you should be able to verify his or her qualifications. ”
The media engagement session concluded with a panel discussion and a presentation on TVET reform by Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah. The event was held at the CTVET headquarters on Trinity Avenue, East Legon.
About the Skills Agreement: Supporting the transformation of the TVET system in Ghana:
The Skills Pact: Supporting the Transformation of TVET Systems is a joint action partnership between the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the European Union (EU) in cooperation with the Government of Ghana. The approximately four-year project is being implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft fürInternationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH in collaboration with the TVET Commission, Ghana TVET Service, AAMUSTED and other public and private sector partners.
In Ghana, the proportion of secondary school graduates choosing vocational training could be better. Furthermore, women make up only about a quarter of trainees and are significantly underrepresented in technical and craft professions. In 2019, the Government of Ghana initiated a transformation of the TVET sector, better known as “TVET harmonization”.
In this context, all 218 TVET institutions, which were previously spread across 19 different ministries, have been organized under the Ministry of Education (MoE).
Two institutions: the Commission for TVET (CTVET), which is responsible for the regulation, promotion and management of TVET, and the TVET Service (TVETS), which is responsible for the management, supervision and implementation of approved national policies and programs related to pre-tertiary TVET. was newly established. These two institutions are responsible, among other things, for expanding the competency-based training (CBT) approach in Ghana.
For many years, GIZ supported the reform process on behalf of the German government through the Ghana Skills Development Initiative (GSDI). The ‘Ghana Skills Agreement: Supporting TVET System Transformation in Ghana’ project is a continuation of support to the Government of Ghana in this regard.
Source: peacefmonline
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