Are you looking to kick-start a career in ICT, construction, fashion design, or welding, etc.? TVET schools in Ghana offer diverse opportunities to help you achieve your goals.
This comprehensive guide provides you with a list of TVET schools across different regions in Ghana. With institutions tailored to meet industry demands, these schools empower individuals with practical skills that lead to self-reliance and employment.
Why Choose TVET Schools in Ghana?
Ghana vocational schools are designed to address the growing need for technical skills in the workforce. They offer a curriculum that blends theoretical learning with practical training. By enrolling in a TVET school, you not only gain skills that are highly sought after by employers but also acquire the ability to start your own business in your chosen field.
TVET education is also highly inclusive, catering to students with diverse interests and backgrounds. From engineering to catering, the options are endless, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer hands-on learning over traditional academic paths.
A Region-by-Region Guide to TVET Schools in Ghana
Ashanti Region
Known for its rich culture and history, the Ashanti Region boasts several well-established TVET institutions. These schools provide training in fields such as masonry, carpentry, electrical installation, and more. If you’re in Kumasi or nearby towns, you’ll find excellent options to hone your technical skills.
Brong Ahafo Region
This region is home to a variety of TVET schools that focus on agriculture, textile design, and other key industries. These schools prepare students to contribute meaningfully to the region’s economy.
Central Region
The Central Region’s TVET institutions are known for their programs in tourism, catering, and hospitality. With Cape Coast as a hub for education, you’ll find schools that provide top-notch training in these fields.
Eastern Region
In the Eastern Region, TVET schools offer specialized courses in areas like automotive repair, welding, and woodwork. These schools are equipped with modern facilities to ensure students get the best practical experience.
Greater Accra Region
As Ghana’s capital, the Greater Accra Region is home to some of the best TVET institutions in the country. These schools provide training in ICT, fashion, electrical engineering, and more, catering to the needs of urban industries.
Northern Region
The Northern Region’s TVET schools focus on agriculture, construction, and technical training, providing students with the skills to excel in these vital sectors.
Oti Region
In the Oti Region, TVET institutions offer courses in agribusiness, metal fabrication, and general craftsmanship. These schools are perfect for those looking to build careers in agriculture and trade.
Savannah Region
TVET schools in the Savannah Region emphasize rural development and agricultural innovation, equipping students with the tools they need to succeed in the local economy.
North East Region
Students in the North East Region can benefit from TVET programs in trades such as carpentry, masonry, and mechanical repair. These courses are designed to meet the region’s growing demand for skilled labor.
Upper East Region
The Upper East Region’s TVET schools focus on tailoring, hairdressing, and farming techniques, providing practical skills that promote self-employment and economic growth.
Upper West Region
TVET schools in this region are tailored to meet the needs of its communities, offering training in vocational trades such as weaving, leatherwork, and metalwork.
Volta Region
The Volta Region is home to several TVET institutions offering programs in electrical engineering, catering, and textile production. These schools are ideal for students seeking diverse career paths.
Western Region
The Western Region’s TVET schools provide training in oil and gas, mining, and marine engineering, reflecting the region’s natural resources and industrial focus.
List of TVET Schools in Ghana and Their Courses
List of TVET Schools in Ghana | |||||
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S/N | INSTITUTION | INST. CODE | REGION | DISTRICT | LOCATION |
ASHANTI REGION | |||||
1 | St. Michael Tech/Voc Inst | 9052800 | Ashanti | Bosomtwe | Pramso |
2 | Kumasi Tech. Inst. | 9050101 | Ashanti | Kumasi Metro | Kumasi |
3 | Methodist Technical Institute | 9050102 | Ashanti | Kumasi Metro | Kwadaso |
4 | Krobea Asante Tech/Voc Sch. | 9051801 | Ashanti | Sekyere East | Asokore |
BRONG AHAFO REGION | |||||
5 | Nkoranza Tech Inst. | 9060901 | Brong Ahafo | Nkoranza | Nkoranza |
6 | Sunyani Methodist Technical Inst. | 9060101 | Brong Ahafo | Sunyani Municipal | Sunyani |
7 | Don Bosco Voc./Tech. Inst. | 9062601 | Brong Ahafo | Sunyani West | Odumasi |
CENTRAL REGION | |||||
8 | Asuansi Tech. Inst. | 9030401 | Central | Abura/Asebu/Kwaman | Asuansi |
9 | Enyan-Abaasa Technical Institute | 9030801 | Central | Ajumako/Enyan/Essiam | Enyan-Abaasa |
10 | Cape Coast Tech. Inst. | 9030101 | Central | Cape Coast | Cape Coast |
EASTERN REGION | |||||
11 | J.G. Knol Voc. Tech. Inst. | 9021601 | Eastern | Akuapem North | Adukrom Akw. |
12 | Akwatia Tech. Inst. | 9021101 | Eastern | Denkyembour | Akwatia |
13 | St. Paul’s Tech. Sch. | 9021301 | Eastern | East Akim | Kukurantumi |
14 | Amankwakrom Fisheries Agric. Tech. Inst. | 9020901 | Eastern | Kwahu Afram Plains North | Amankwakrom |
15 | St. Mary’s Voc./Tech. Inst. | 9020902 | Eastern | Kwahu Afram Plains North | Adiembra |
16 | Abetifi Tech. Inst. | 9021001 | Eastern | Kwahu East | Abetifi |
17 | St. Joseph’s Tech. Inst. | 9022001 | Eastern | Kwahu South | Kwahu-Tafo |
18 | Koforidua Tech. Inst. | 9020101 | Eastern | New Juaben | Koforidua |
GREAT ACCRA REGION | |||||
19 | Accra Tech. Trg. Centre | 9010101 | Greater Accra | Accra | Kokomlemle |
20 | Sacred Heart Tech. Inst. | 9010102 | Greater Accra | Accra | James Town |
21 | Ada Tech. Inst. | 9011601 | Greater Accra | Ada East | Ada |
22 | Ashiaman Tech/Voc. Inst. | 9011001 | Greater Accra | Ashiaman Municipal | Ashiaman |
23 | Teshie Tech. Institute | 9011701 | Greater Accra | Ledzokuku-Krowor | Teshie |
24 | Tema Tech. Inst. | 9010201 | Greater Accra | Tema | Tema |
NORTHERN REGION | |||||
25 | St. Joseph’s Tech. Inst. | 9080901 | Northern | Saboba | Saboba |
26 | Tamale Technical Institute | 9081901 | Northern | Sagnerigu | Tamale |
27 | Dabokpa Voc/Tech. Inst. | 9080101 | Northern | Tamale Metro | Tamale |
NORTH EAST REGION | |||||
28 | Walewale Tech/Voc Inst. | 9080601 | North East | West Mamprusi | Walewale |
OTI REGION | |||||
29 | Fr. Dogli Memorial Voc.Tech. Inst. | 9070401 | Oti | Jasikan | New Ayoma |
SAVANNAH REGION | |||||
30 | Buipe Tech/Voc Inst. | 9081501 | Savannah | Central Gonja | Buipe |
UPPER EAST REGION | |||||
31 | Bawku Tech. Inst. | 9090101 | Upper East | Bawku East | Bawku |
32 | Bolga Tech. Inst. | 9090401 | Upper East | Bolgatanga | Bolgatanga |
33 | St. Bernadette’s Tech/Voc. Inst. | 9090901 | Upper East | Kassena Nankana East | Navrongo |
UPPER WEST REGION | |||||
34 | St. Basilides Voc./Tech. Inst. | 9101001 | Upper West | Nadowli Kaleo | Kaleo |
35 | St. John’s Voc. Tech. Institute | 9100901 | Upper West | Nandom | Nandom |
36 | Wa Tech. Inst. | 9100101 | Upper West | Wa Municipal | Wa |
VOLTA REGION | |||||
37 | Have Tech. Inst. | 9072100 | Volta | Afadzto South | Have |
38 | St. Daniel Comboni Tech/Voc Inst. | 9072101 | Volta | Afadzto South | Liati |
39 | Volta Tech Inst. | 9070702 | Volta | Ho | Matse |
40 | Amedzofe Technical Institute | 9070101 | Volta | Ho West | Amedzofe |
41 | E.P. Tech./Voc. Inst. | 9071002 | Volta | Hohoe | Alavanyo |
42 | Anlo Tech. Inst. | 9070501 | Volta | Keta | Anloga |
43 | Kpando Tech. Inst. | 9070601 | Volta | Kpando | Kpando |
44 | C.Y.O. Voc. Tech. Inst. | 9070602 | Volta | Kpando | Sovie |
45 | Comboni Tech/Voc Inst. | 9070901 | Volta | South Tongu | Sogakope |
WESTERN REGION | |||||
46 | Kikam Tech. Inst. | 9040401 | Western | Ellembelle | Kikam |
47 | Takoradi Tech. Inst. | 9040101 | Western | Sekondi-Takoradi | Takoradi |
Ghana TVET Courses
Ghana TVET Courses | |
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Technical | |
Autobody works | |
Motor Vehicle Engineering | |
Welding and Fabrication Technology | |
Diesel Mechanics/Heavy Engine, Heavy Duty | |
Industrial Mechanics | |
Mechanical Engineering Technology | |
Small Engine Repair | |
Electrical Engineering Technology | |
Electrical Machine/Motor Rewinding | |
Agricultural Mechanization Technology | |
Refrigeration & Air-Condition Technology | |
Electronics Engineering | |
Printing | |
Information and Technology | |
Computer Hardware Technology | |
Information Technology | |
Business Systems Technology | |
Computer Networking (CBT Option, for Girls Only) | |
Software Development (CBT Option, for Girls Only) | |
Database Management (CBT Option, for Girls Only) | |
Digital Designing Technology | |
Creative and Design | |
Creative Art Technology | |
Furniture Design & Construction | |
Upholstery | |
Wood Construction Technology | |
Building Construction Technology | |
Architectural Drafting | |
Personal Service and Fashion | |
Cosmetology | |
Fashion Designing Technology | |
Hospitality & Catering Management | |
Textiles and Office Skills | |
General Textiles | |
Keyboarding | |
Business and Accounting | |
Accounting | |
Business Information Technology |
Final Thoughts
For every Ghanaian, no matter where you are or where you’re from, there’s a TVET school near you—with courses that can help you develop the skills needed to thrive in today’s unpredictable economy.