Ghana as a country must cry for whatever could bring job opportunities and self-employment to the youth in order to curb the rate of unemployment.
The 24-hour economy policy preached by the flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress Party (NDC) wouldn’t materialise if attention is not drawn to change some policies in our educational structure.
Much attention should be addressed or drawn to the following.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT: The skill development that will equip individual students with practical skills needed in various industries to enhance employability.
ECONOMY GROWTH:
Technical Vocational Education (TVET) has helped a lot of countries in developing the youth of unemployment. It also supports economic development by providing a skilled workforce that meets industry expectations or demands.
INNOVATION AND PRODUCTIVITY:
Technical Vocational Education will eventually encourage innovation and increase productivity through specialised training for the youth of this country, Ghana.
This subject will reduce unemployment when we focus much attention on assisting students who are talented and gifted in science and technological fields for available jobs.
When our students or children are encouraged and sponsored to offer courses in this field, the government in power has few to offer and will not suffer for employing the less privileged.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP:
Technical Vocational Education training promotes and fosters skills and encourages self-employment and small business development. When we come to sustainable development, it can eventually contribute to sustainable practices through training in green technologies and sustainable industries.
To add to the above, TVET is essential for creating a skilled workforce that drives the economy and social progress.
Ghana, as a nation, should not only focus the General Arts subjects or white colour jobs but give much on whatever will make the youth self-reliant.
Ghana, as a nation, needed to focus on the development of the country by giving the youth quality education.
It is an undeniable fact that no country could develop its citizens if attention is not drawn to TVET.
Technical Vocational Education Training equips youth with practical skills and knowledge tailored to specific industries by focusing on hands-on experience and relevant technical skills. TVET, as a course, enhances employability, meets Labour market demands, and fosters entrepreneurship. It plays a crucial role in reducing youth unemployment and promoting economic growth.
All manifestos by our leaders should be tailored towards making the youth employable. It must be noted that TVET will eventually contribute to GDP growth by enhancing the skills of the workforce, increasing productivity, meeting the labour market, and also fostering innovation.
Training more teachers in this field is also needed to ensure a skilled workforce and meet industry demands on students’ employability. It also helps bridge the skill gap, promotes hands-on learning, and fosters innovation in various sectors.
Additionally, well-trained teachers can better equip students with practical skills and knowledge, making Vocational Education more effective.
Research shows that our schools lack adequate infrastructure to enable ‘one-touch admission and accommodation.”.
Going around our TVET schools, it has been noticed that our teachers, most especially the heads and axillary staff, are staying away, hence the need for their accommodation on campus for effective teaching and Learning.
Furthermore, TVET, as an institution, needs access to resources like libraries, laboratories, and technology centers. Our students will be engaged when they have modern classrooms well equipped with multimedia and interactive technology to facilitate dynamic learning experiences..
Finally, it must be noted that extracurricular facilities like sports fields, auditoriums, and art rooms can not be overlooked because they provide and support holistic development beyond academic. A country that invests in its youth ultimately develops.
Ghana needs TVET for youth employment and development.
Writer: Rev Jonathan Bettey, Former Public Relations officer, Ghana Education Service Hqt.
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