JOTTER
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Desember 2025

Assessing the role of Co-curricular programs in improving vocational skills in the Tertiary level among the Volta region schools

Tibu, Judith (Unknown)
Agbai Bissi, Emefa (Unknown)
Ama Wornyo, Rejoice (Unknown)
Kludze Akorfa , Rosemary (Unknown)
Appiah, Margaret (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study assesses the effect of co-curricular programs towards promoting Visual Arts and Home Economics instruction in four tertiary institutions within the Volta Region of Ghana: Ho Technical University, Evangelical Presbyterian University College, Akatsi College of Education, and St. Francis College of Education. Utilizing a descriptive survey design, 171 participants (150 students, 15 lecturers, and 6 coordinators of programs) were surveyed using questionnaires and interviewed. Findings indicate widespread student participation in co-curricular training that is largely focused on the development of general skills and not vocational practice. Limited resources and poor industry linkage prevent the development of practical skills. Suggested solutions are the inclusion of more vocation-specific training, stronger industry partnership, and resource investment to develop students' vocational readiness and employability.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jotter

Publisher

Subject

Education Other

Description

JOTTER: Journal of Teacher Training and Education Research publishes original research and review articles, including field research pertinent to the method and practice of teaching, education, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept within the context of pre-service or in-service ...