Twedie TVET

Overview

Twedie Technical Institute is a well-established technical and vocational educational institution located in the Atwima Kwanwoma District. With a strong commitment to practical, skills-based training, the institute has served as a major contributor to community development and youth empowerment for several decades.

History

Twedie Technical Institute, formerly known as Twedie ICCES, was established in 1997 under the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations (MELR). In December 2020, Act 1049 was passed by Parliament to consolidate all fragmented TVET institutions under the Ghana TVET Service. As a result, Twedie Technical Institute now operates under this unified national body.

Beginning humbly with three teachers and nine students under a community-provided semi-open shed, the school has grown steadily. In 2012, the institute moved to a permanent site with a three-classroom block constructed through collaboration with:

• District Assembly
• Rotary International
• The Member of Parliament
• One Child Organization
• Communal Labour from the community

Objectives of the Institute

• Provide vocational and handicraft training for rural youth, especially the less privileged.
• Support JHS/SHS graduates and early school dropouts with employable skills.
• Partner with local and international organizations to support human development.

Motto

"My Mind, My Hand, My Skills"

Mission, Vision & Aim

Aim: To enable youth to acquire employable skills within their communities and the nation.

Mission: To stimulate innovation and develop learners who meet industry demands and national economic needs.

Vision: To be a reputable local institution driving socio-economic change through skills training and entrepreneurship.

Academic Programs

The institute offers three-year technical and vocational programs in:

• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Building and Construction Technology
• Fashion Design Technology
• Hospitality and Catering Management

Mandatory core subjects include:

• English Language
• Core Mathematics
• Integrated Science
• Social Studies
• Information Communication Technology (ICT)
• Entrepreneurship

Extra-Curricular Activities

The school supports talent through:

• Soccer Team
• Volleyball Team
• Netball Team

Clubs include:

• Debate Club
• Environmental Club
• Cadet Corps
• Arts and Cultural Troops

Facilities

As a day school with two hostel blocks (boys and girls), TwTI accommodates nearly 80% of students from outside the district. Additional facilities include:

• Two 3-unit classroom blocks
• Principal's office and staff common room
• Hospitality & Catering block (also used as assembly hall)
• Large green field for extracurricular activities
• New Fashion Design workshop
• ICT Lab
• Library

Faculty

From seven initial staff members, the institute now has 34 dedicated personnel (18 males and 16 females), including facilitators, administrators, procurement officers, accountants, and a highly experienced principal.

Achievements

The institute has trained over 800 graduates who are making significant contributions in various industries across the country. These alumni continue to uphold the institution's reputation for practical excellence.

Prospects

Future development goals include:

• Construction of a modern catering facility
• Provision of industry-standard tools and equipment
• Development of two mechanized water systems
• Construction of a 10-unit classroom block
• Establishment of an ICT laboratory

Industry Partnerships

TwTI maintains strong relationships with industries to provide internships, practical training, and exposure to real-world work environments.

Challenges

• Inadequate workshops and classrooms
• Limited accommodation for staff and students
• Weak security fencing
• Insufficient training tools and equipment
• Funding constraints for short-term adult courses
• Inadequate sanitation facilities

Conclusion

Twedie Technical Institute shares in Ghana's national agenda of reducing poverty through skills-based training. The school invites government bodies, NGOs, corporate institutions, embassies, and individuals to support its mission and help address its developmental challenges.

Contact Information

• Principal: Alexander Addai
• Email: alexaddai221@gmail.com / twedie.institute@gtvets.gov.gh
• Phone: 0243284576