The admission requirements for colleges of education in Ghana vary depending on the applicant’s educational background.
Here are the general requirements for the 4-Year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program:
WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants:
WASSCE Holders: Credit passes (A1-C6) in six subjects, including three core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three elective subjects relevant to the course of study.
SSSCE Holders: Credit passes (A-D) in six subjects, including three core subjects (English Language, Core Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three elective subjects relevant to the course of study.
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GCE Advanced Level Applicants:
Passes in three subjects (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better).
Credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and a Science or Social Science subject.
Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Applicants:
Certificate II in three relevant trade areas awarded by the Technical Examinations Unit (TEU), National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI), City & Guilds, and other authorized awarding bodies.
NABPTEX Certificate II in relevant trade areas in addition to three credit passes in WASSCE/SSSCE core subjects, including English and Mathematics.
Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) Applicants:
Passes in three subjects (at least one of the passes should be Grade D or better).
Credit passes in five subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, or Social Studies in the General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE).
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Special Admission for Persons with Disabilities:
Visually impaired applicants can apply to specific colleges such as N.J. Ahmadiyya College of Education (Wa), Wesley College of Education (Kumasi), and Presbyterian College of Education (Akropong).
Hearing-impaired applicants can apply to Presbyterian College of Education (Akropong).
4-Year B.Ed Programmes:
Ghanaian colleges of education have transitioned to offering 4-Year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) programs.
- B.Ed Early Grade Education
- B.Ed Primary Education
- B.Ed Junior High Education (JHS)
This new structure allows colleges to rigorously select applicants who meet the specified admission requirements to ensure high academic standards and quality teacher training.
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Cost of E-Voucher:
The cost of the e-voucher for the 2025/2026 academic year is GHS 350.
Sale Points:
E-vouchers can be purchased from the following points:
- Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) branches
- MTN Mobile Money
- Vodafone Cash
- AirtelTigo Money
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Application Process:
Purchase an E-Voucher: Obtain the e-voucher from the designated sale points.
Complete the Online Application: Visit https://admission.coeportal.edu.gh/CardLogin.aspx and fill out the application form accurately. Upload the required documents, including a passport photo and academic details.
Submit Your Application: Print a copy of your completed application form and send it via EMS (Express Mail Service/Post Office Box ) to your first-choice College of Education.
For more detailed information, you can visit https://admission.coeportal.edu.gh/