Gov’t to scrap teacher licensure exam – Deputy Minister

The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has reaffirmed the Government’s pledge to abolish the teacher licensure examination. He stated that the current licensing system needs urgent reform.

Dr. Apaak made this announcement at the Annual Delegates Congress of the Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) in Hohoe. He addressed hundreds of teacher trainees under the theme, “Reimagining Teacher Education in Ghana: Policy, Practice, and Partnership.”

He emphasized that while the Government supports licensing teachers, the current system is flawed. It needs reform to better reflect teaching realities.

“We are committed to abolishing the licensure examination in its current form,” he said. “This is not about removing teacher standards but creating a fair path for all trainees.”

Dr. Apaak also reiterated the Government’s commitment to phasing out the double-track system. This will be done by expanding educational infrastructure and improving school resources.

The event gathered key stakeholders in education to discuss teacher training's future in Ghana. TTAG President Soale Razak called for an overhaul of the country’s education system from its foundation level.

He stressed preparing teachers adequately for the 21st century and beyond. Former Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum offered a measured perspective on these issues.

He expressed support for what is best for teachers but urged caution regarding current policies.