The Role of TVET in Green Skills Development for Achieving Sustainable Economic Growth in Ghana
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https://doi.org/10.52428/27888991.v7i11.1461Keywords:
Employability, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Technical and Vocational Education and TrainingAbstract
This study investigates the role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in fostering green skills for sustainable economic growth in Ghana. The study adopts a quantitative cross-sectional design involving 139 respondents drawn from TVET institutions, industry partners, and government agencies. Findings indicate that government policy support, trainer competence, institutional infrastructure, and industry collaboration significantly predict the integration of green skills (R² = 0.58) and collectively enhance employability and economic growth (R² = 0.49). Although policy awareness and institutional readiness are commendable, persistent barriers such as inadequate funding, gender disparities, and weak industry engagement continue to constrain systemic transformation. This study significantly contributes to the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4 (Quality Education), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). The study underscores the necessity of cross-sector partnerships and sustained capacity-building to ensure an inclusive green transition. It concludes that aligning TVET curricula with sustainable industry needs and strengthening trainer development are essential to achieving Ghana's green economy aspirations. The study recommends targeted investments, policy coherence, and international collaboration to institutionalize sustainability within TVET systems and promote gender equity across technical fields.
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