Amid growing confusion and rumors about the cancellation of the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE), the President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Mr. Eric Angel Carbonu, has issued a firm clarification:
“The licensure examination is not being cancelled.”
This comes in response to speculation among teacher trainees and the general public, particularly after new announcements were made regarding the mode of conducting the exams.
Clarification on the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE)
There has been a lot of confusion among teacher trainees regarding the current state of the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination. In response to numerous inquiries from concerned members, we would like to offer this clarification:
“The directive from the Minister of Education clearly states that the licensure examination is not being cancelled.” he stated
SEE ALSO: Second Semester Journal Guide for Colleges of Education – Level 100, 200, 300, and 400 – Check Here
What’s Changing?
The mode of administering the exam is what’s changing—not the exam itself.
From now on, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and the National Teaching Council (NTC) will collaborate to conduct the licensure examination within the Colleges of Education. This means:
- Students will now take the licensure exam before they complete college, as part of their final assessment process.
- No more waiting after graduation to register and sit for the exam externally.
What This Means for Students in Colleges
You will no longer have to:
- Leave the college,
- Return home,
- Register separately, or
- Wait for an external exam date.
The exam will be taken on campus before you graduate.
What About Graduates Who Haven’t Written the Exam Yet?
For graduates who have already completed college but have not yet passed or taken the licensure exam, the traditional system still applies:
- You must register through NTC,
- And write the exam as scheduled externally.
Key Takeaway
This new directive is aimed at reducing stress, streamlining the process, and ensuring that all prospective teachers are tested before graduation.
The Teacher Licensure Examination remains a critical step in Ghana’s education reform agenda. It ensures that teachers entering the classroom are professionally trained, competent, and ready to deliver quality education.
watch the video below for more insights credit Eric Angel Carbonu https://www.facebook.com/ericangel.carbonu/videos/781484787566135/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v
Let’s focus on preparing for the exam rather than expecting its cancellation. Professional standards in teaching must be maintained.
