Vocational training programmes and employment opportunities for students Ashanti school for the deaf, Jamasi Ghana

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to examine the Vocational Training Programmes and Employment Opportunities for Students at Ashanti School for the Deaf Jamasi, Ghana. The study was mainly qualitative, which adopted a case study design with semi-structured interview and observation as the data collection tools. A purposive sampling technique was used for the study. Findings revealed, vocational programmes available included leather work, tailoring and dress making and weaving. However, the study showed challenges teachers and students encountered. It was indicated, inadequate qualify teachers, material, equipment resources. It was recommended that, the vocational programmes should be expanded and furnished with materials and equipment by the school authorities.