On 15th July 2025, Ghana’s Minister of Education issued a directive to the National Teaching Council (NTC) to phase out the current Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE) for postgraduate candidates by 30th August 2025. The move marks a significant shift toward a more practical-based licensure model for educators in Ghana.
🔍 Summary of the Minister’s Directive
Following a review by the newly inaugurated governing board of the NTC, the Education Minister issued a series of recommendations and reforms aimed at reshaping teacher certification in Ghana.
📌 Key Points from the Reform
- Only resitters are eligible to register.
- There will be no October resit if the July 2025 session is missed.
- Teaching practicum
- Mentorship programs
- Structured performance evaluations
- Practical-based assessments, not just written tests
- 2018–2022: Traditional model (Numeracy, Literacy, Professional Skills)
- 2023–2025: Subject-based GTLE (Pedagogy + Specialisation)
- 2026 Onwards: Paper + Practical hybrid model
💬 Public Reaction: Concerned Candidates Speak Out
In response to the directive, a licensure candidate released a strongly worded statement expressing deep concerns about the lack of clarity and potential exclusion of new applicants.
“Only resitters are permitted to register… This implies that candidates who fail the July 2025 examination will have no opportunity to retake it,” the candidate stated.
🚨 Call to Action for TTAG and Stakeholders
The statement urges the Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) and other representative bodies to engage NTC urgently to:
- Clarify policies for first-time applicants
- Confirm if any October 2025 exams will occur
- Ensure a smooth transition into the new 2026 framework
“The future of teacher trainees should not be jeopardized by policy transitions lacking clear implementation frameworks,” the statement emphasized.
🎓 What This Means for Teacher Trainees
✅ For Resitters:
- You must pass the July 2025 exam.
- This is your final chance before the new format begins.
🚫 For New Applicants:
- You may not be eligible under the current exam system.
- Await official clarification or prepare for the 2026 reforms.
📚 Future Licensure System Will Include:
- Performance-based evaluations
- Structured mentorship phases
- School-based practical teaching components
- Less emphasis on standardised paper tests
🔗 What’s Next?
This marks the third major reform of the GTLE system and arguably the most impactful. While it aligns with global best practices in teacher training, the abrupt nature of the transition and the lack of detailed communication from the NTC have left many teacher trainees anxious.
College Desk Ghana strongly recommends that:
- All affected candidates follow NTC updates closely
- TTAG escalates concerns to the Ministry of Education
- Teacher training institutions begin preparing students for practical-based certification
📢 Call to Action
If you’re a teacher trainee, resitter, or first-time applicant, don’t stay in the dark:
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🔹 Share this article with your colleagues or TTAG representatives
🔹 Comment below: How has this policy affected your plans?
📝 Conclusion
The Teacher Licensure Examination reform is a significant step toward improving the quality and relevance of Ghana’s teaching workforce. However, its rollout must be accompanied by transparent communication, support for affected trainees, and inclusive implementation.
College Desk Ghana will continue to monitor this developing story and provide verified updates to support the teacher community.
By Prosper Wise Amegbe
📅 Published: July 16, 2025
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