About Shama Technical Institute
Shama Technical Institute (ShTI) is a proud institution under the Ghana TVET Service, dedicated to transforming the lives of young Ghanaians through quality technical and vocational education. Rooted in the Western Region for over two decades, ShTI nurtures skilled, confident graduates who go on to build businesses, serve communities, and drive Ghana's development forward.
BRIEF PROFILE OF SHAMA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Shama Technical Institute (ShTI or SHATECH) stands at a pivotal moment in Ghana's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) landscape. The Institute is currently one of the fast growing TVET institution in Ghana's Western Region, dedicated to empowering learners through skills development and entrepreneurial training. With over two decades of excellence in technical education, the institute has evolved from a community-based training centre to become a modern, responsive institution dedicated to addressing the critical skills gap in Ghana's economy.
Established in August 2000 as the Integrated Community Centre for Employable Skills (ICCES-Shama), the institution was founded by the Sekondi Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly, STMA (formerly Shama Ahanta East Metropolitan Assembly, SAEMA), and operated under the Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations. The Centre was established to provide vocational and technical skills to youth within Shama and its surrounding communities and further to enable these youth to identify and secure entrepreneurial / employment opportunities available. Following the passage of the Pre-Tertiary Educational Act 2020 (Act 1049), the institution underwent a significant transformation in January 2022 as part of Ghana's national TVET reform initiative.
The school transitioned from ICCES-Shama to Shama Technical Institute, reflecting its integration into the Ghana TVET Service of the Ministry of Education. This strategic realignment represents Ghana's commitment to: Standardizing technical and vocational education delivery Enhancing regulatory oversight and quality assurance Coordinating TVET programs across national frameworks Strengthening the institutional capacity of technical institutes With more than 2 decades of operation, Shama Technical Institute has trained thousands of young Ghanaians through: Mainstream vocational and technical skills programs Specialized apprenticeship training initiatives Donor-funded capacity building programs Entrepreneurship and business development courses The institute's commitment to excellence is reflected in the diverse career paths of its graduates: Entrepreneurs: Many alumni have established successful small and medium enterprises, contributing to local economic development Public Service: Graduates serve in various capacities within Ghana's public sector, bringing technical expertise to government operations Higher Education: A significant number pursue advanced studies in public universities, building upon their technical foundation Industry Leaders: Alumni occupy key positions across various sectors of Ghana's economy A landmark achievement in the institute's development came in June 2025 when the Ghana TVET Service officially changed the school's status from a day school to a combined day and boarding institution. This historic milestone represents a significant expansion of the institute's capacity to serve students from across the Western Region and beyond, enabling greater accessibility to quality technical education for learners who previously faced geographical barriers. The transition to residential status demonstrates the institute's growing reputation and the confidence placed in it by the Ghana TVET Service, positioning ShTI to accommodate a more diverse student population and expand its impact on technical education delivery in the region. As a fully integrated training institute of the Ghana TVET Service, Shama Technical Institute continues to evolve, embracing modern pedagogical approaches while maintaining its commitment to community-based education.
The institute serves as a model for successful TVET transformation, demonstrating how community-based institutions can grow to meet national educational standards while preserving their local impact. The institute's journey from a small community training centre to a recognized technical institute exemplifies Ghana's broader commitment to TVET as a cornerstone for sustainable development and youth empowerment.
Programmes Offered
Duration: 3 Years
Core Subjects
English Language Mathematics Integrated Science Social Studies Entrepreneurship Skills I.C.T
Entry Requirements
B.E.C.E
Facilities & Infrastructure
Industry Linkage & Employment
WEL Programme: Yes — Fully Placed
WEL Participation: Yes
Job Placement: No
Partner Industries
VRA - Aboadze Thermal Plant KEDA / Twyford Ceramics Ltd. ECG Company Zeal Environmental Technologies Ltd. Zoil Services Ltd Amandi / PE Power / Twin City Energy Naval Base (Western Regional Naval Command) The Palms Hotel Alliance by Eagles Hotel Summer View Lodge Raybow International Hotel Riverside Bridge Hotel African Beach Hotel 2. Do students undergo WEL? Yes No 3. Job Placement Support Available? Yes No 4. Estimated % of Graduates Employed or Self-Employed 72% SECTION 6: Achievements & Showcase 1. Major Achievements (Last 5 Years) Students population growth from 25 to 2011 currently Improvement in average academic performance from a pass rate of 55% to 88% Infrastructural Development Institutional Development Partnerships - T-TEL Institute Improvement Planning Programme Competency-Based Training (CBT) Accreditation for some training programmes 2. Any Awards & Recognitions (List all) Winner, 2025 Western Regional TVET Football Competition 3. Notable Student Projects Construction of a 12-unit classroom block by Building Construction Students Construction of a new school kitchen 4. Innovation/Entrepreneurship Initiatives Running of departmental production unit / Students Led School Construction Projects 5. Upload Images/Videos to support any of the above questions in this section Image IMG-20260609-WA0038 - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Image IMG-20260609-WA0038 - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Image Cnst 2 (1) - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Image Cnst 2 (2) - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg SECTION 7: Strategic Insights 1. Top 3 Challenges Facing Your Institute Infrastructure deficit Inadequate equipment and tools for some departments Inadequate staff 2. Top 3 Opportunities for Growth Government Support: Free TVET Policy Growing industry need for skilled technical workers New economic sectors requiring specialised skills. 3. Priority Support Needed from COPTI/Government Infrastructure, equipment, and staff support by Government TVET brand publicity and promotion by COPTI 4. Areas for Collaboration with Other Institutes Shared departmental workshops with sister schools Joint institutional workshops and sharing of best practices Institute Pictures 1. Please upload up to 5 professionally taken high quality pictures that showcases and tells the best story of the Institute. The pictures can include front view, drone or aerial view, competitions, students projects, workshops with learners activity engaged, extra curricula activities etc. of the Institute Image Shatech 1 - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Image Shatech 2 - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Image Shatech 3 - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Image Shatech 5 - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Image Shatech 4 - ISAAC BONDZIE.jpg Thank You End! Submitted 6/9/26, 3:22 PM
Achievements & Recognition
Major Achievements
tudents population growth from 25 to 2011 currently Improvement in average academic performance from a pass rate of 55% to 88% Infrastructural Development Institutional Development Partnerships - T-TEL Institute Improvement Planning Programme Competency-Based Training (CBT) Accreditation for some training programmes
Awards & Recognitions
Winner, 2025 Western Regional TVET Football Competition
Notable Student Projects
Construction of a 12-unit classroom block by Building Construction Students Construction of a new school kitchen
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Running of departmental production unit / Students Led School Construction Projects
Photo Gallery
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