The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to upholding teacher quality during a visit to the Accra Senior High School (SHS) examination centre, where the 2025 teacher licensure examination is currently underway.
This year, over 37,000 individuals are sitting for the exams, including 32,000 first-time candidates and about 5,000 re-sit candidates.
Addressing candidates at the centre, Mr. Iddrisu encouraged them to give their best, assuring first-time participants that provisions are in place for a second attempt if they do not pass.
“We are honouring the manifesto pledge. We will accept input, but for us, all of this must not compromise the quality of teachers we produce. We are committed to improving the quality of teachers,” he stated.
He reiterated his directive to the National Teaching Council (NTC) to ensure that those who previously failed are given another opportunity to rewrite the exam before the August 30 deadline.
According to the Minister, the goal is to integrate the teacher licensure examination into the final assessment process for graduating students from teacher training institutions.
“We are fulfilling our manifesto pledge. We welcome feedback, but we will not compromise the quality of teachers we produce,” he said. “We remain committed to enhancing standards in the teaching profession.”
Mr. Iddrisu also emphasized the importance of continuous professional development, noting that improved teacher capacity directly impacts learning outcomes.
“When teachers teach, learners learn,” he emphasized.
The Education Minister’s visit comes at a crucial time as government intensifies efforts to streamline teacher certification and raise professional standards in the education sector.
Source: Adomonline.com
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