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The exchange pupils and headteachers of the University Basic Schools with the Central Regional Minister, Mr. Kwamina Duncan

Leaders Should Empathise with their Followers-Dr. Dorothy Mensah-Aggrey

01 Aug, 2018 By louis Mensah

A senior lecturer at the University of Dayton, in the United States of America (USA), Dr. Dorothy Mensah-Aggrey, has called on leaders to empathise with their followers to ensure their holistic development.

Dr. Mensah-Aggrey said the application of emotional intelligence played a significant role in a leader’s ability to impact positively in the lives of his or her followers. She said a leader should be able to understand the emotions of their followers in order to help them overcome their fears and problems confronting them.                                                                                                                                                         

Dr. Mensah-Aggrey made this call when she gave a presentation on “Transformational Leadership and Emotional Intelligence” at a workshop organised by the Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA) for Master of Education Sandwich Students at the College of Distance Education (CoDE) Conference Room.

The senior lecturer noted that as teachers, they were expected to serve as role models since their students looked up to them to make informed decisions for their progression in life. “As a teacher you’re a role model, whenever you step in any learning environment,  whether it is basic, second cycle or tertiary your interaction with them is what will trigger what they can see,"she stressed.

She said a leader should possess qualities like effective communication, motivation, team work, delegation and coaching with passion and empathy. “Leadership is ensuring the ladder is against the wall well,” she noted.

On the curriculum for educational institutions, Dr. Mensah-Aggrey said there was the need to evaluate the curriculum and figure out what was not working then make the necessary changes to reflect the realities of the time. She stressed that    “We may have to go back to the drawing board,  if something is not working, you cannot keep doing the same things every time and expect different results over again if it is not working”.

Explaining further, Dr. Mensah-Aggrey said “a transformational leader creates positive change in persons; shows interest in each other’s interests, motivates and creates moral within a group”. Making reference to Jack Mezirow's Transformational Learning Theory, she noted that "People develop and use critical self-reflection to consider their beliefs and experiences, and over time, change dysfunctional means of seeing the world".

The Director of IEPA, Dr. Michael Amakyi, said the workshop was aimed at equipping the students to acquire hands-on experience in the areas of research, academic writing and new trends in educational administration.  

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Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Arts Education
About Programme: 

You can find a job in the following areas:   

  • Teaching
  •  Educational Administration
  •  Print and Electronic media
  •  Administration
Career Opportunities: 

You can find a job in the following areas:     Teaching

 Educational Administration

 Print and Electronic media

 Administration

Entry Requirements: 

The elective passes should include any three (3) of the following subjects: Literature in English, French, Ghanaian Language (Akan/Ewe/Dagare/ Ga), History, Religious Studies and Music. 

The following are the various combinations • English/French

• English/Ghanaian Language

• English/Religious Studies

• English/Music

• English/History

• French/Ghanaian Language

• French/Religious Studies

• French/Music

• French/History

• Ghanaian Language/Religious Studies

• Ghanaian Language/Music

• Ghanaian Language/History

• History/Religious Studies

• History/Music

• Music/Religious Studies

Degree Type: 
Post Graduate DiplomaInstitute of Education
Career Opportunities: 

The programme trains learners in all the courses that are taught in basic schools such as Ghanaian Language, English Language, Social Sciences, Life skills and Religious education. Areas such as child psychology, child correctional methods as well as moral development of children persons are also covered. Basic education is considered the most important aspect of education for all persons, as a good educational foundation is a determining factor for the kind of future any human being would have. Learners are thus equipped with skills to be able to pass on knowledge and good attitude to children. Skills such as quick thinking, communication skills, human behaviour management, and effective learning environment administration are also passed on to learners.

Entry Requirements: 

A. The minimum admission requirement into the University of Cape Coast for WASSCE applicants is aggregate 36. For SSSCE applicants, the minimum requirement is aggregate 24. Candidates must have credit passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE respectively. Three of the six subjects must be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies and three must be in relevant electives. For purposes of admission credit pass in: i. WASSCE means A1 – C6 ii. SSSCE means A – D B. GCE A Level Candidates must have passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be D or better). Also the applicants must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject (for science students) C. Applicants with General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) results should have credit passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects including English Language, Integrated Science or Social Studies and Core Mathematics plus three (3) relevant elective subjects. D. Holders of the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)/ International Baccalaureate (IB) must possess at least Grades A*/A-C in English, Mathematics and Biology at the Standard (SL)/’O’ Level, in addition to three Higher Level (HL – A to C)/’A’ Level (A to D)/IB 2 (A to C) grades in the relevant subjects.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of ScienceDepartment of Education and Psychology
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
Goal / Objectives: 

The goal of this programme is to train psychology students who will have the requisite competencies that will enable them to function as psychology assistants in all sectors or agencies that support nation building.

The objectives of the programme are to prepare psychologists assistants who can:

  1. Provide services to schools and learners at various levels of the educational system.
  2. Competently function for the health and mental rehabilitation institutions.
  3. Provide human interaction skills within the security services.
  4. Serve in community development sectors of the economy to promote well-being.
Career Opportunities: 

Science teachers continue to be in high demand all over the world. Considering the fact that, graduates from the programme are exposed to a vast field of endeavours in the area of physical sciences that makes it easier for them to branch into careers in industry and research work outside the classroom.

Entry Requirements: 

Applicants must have good passes in three (3) elective subjects in any of the following elective areas: Science, Business or General Arts.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Basic Education
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
About Programme: 

The programme trains learners in all the courses that are taught in basic schools i.e. Ghanaian Language, English Language, Social Sciences, Life Skills and Religious Education. Areas such as Child Psychology, Child Correctional Methods as well as moral development of children are also covered. Basic Education is considered the most important aspect of education for all persons that serves as the foundation for the child.

Learners are thus equipped with skills to be able to pass on knowledge and good attitude to children. Learners are trained to acquire communication skills, human behaviour management, effective learning environment, school administration. 

Goal / Objectives: 

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will:

  1. develop deep affective, cognitive, technical and creative skills to teach effectively at the basic education level.

  2. develop advanced knowledge of teaching and learning and apply these in their professional practice.

  3. demonstrate ethical understanding and scholarly practice to extend professional practice through enquiry and research.

  4. understand the diverse range of cultural practices, safety and wellbeing, and demonstrate responsive relationship with children, families and other stakeholders.

  5. develop professional leadership, values and commitment to inclusion and social justice.

  6. develop research and problem-solving skills and be able to analyze and interpret data to inform policy, planning and practice.

Career Opportunities: 

Graduates of the programme can be employed as:

  1. Professional teachers for the Ghanaian and international market.

  2. School heads of first cycle education institutions.

  3. Supervisors of Basic Schools.

  4.  Researchers in various organisations.

  5. Entrepreneurs in school establishments

  6. Tutors of Colleges of Education

  7. Proprietress of Early Childhood Centers

  8. Caregivers

  9. Child rights advocates

Entry Requirements: 

Requirements for Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) holders  1. six passes (A – C) in all subjects, including English Language and Mathematics; and 2. at least three (3) of the passes must be relevant to the area of specialization. 

Requirements for West African Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) holders.   1. six passes (A1-C6) in all subjects, including English Language and Mathematics; and 2. must possess a minimum of C6 in any three (3) of the passes relevant to the area of specialization.

Admission requirements for Matured Applicants  1. at least, Twenty-Five (25) years old by 31st December, in the year the application is made. A copy of applicant’s birth certificate issued not less than five (5) years from the day of completing the application form should be closed with the application materials. 2. Have any one of the following:     Minimum of Senior High School of Certificate     Teacher’s Cert ‘A’

NB. Applicants who do not have credit passes in English and Mathematics at either SSSCE/WASSCE OR GCE ‘O’ Level would be required to register and pass special examinations in those subjects.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Science Education
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
Career Opportunities: 

Courses offered at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels enable graduates to be high calibre educationists capable of using contemporary approaches and technologies to facilitate the teaching and learning process at all levels of the educational system. Products from the Department are well equipped to take leadership roles in the educational system as well as lead and conduct research in all issues related to Science Education.

Entry Requirements: 

The minimum admission requirement into the University of Cape Coast for WASSCE applicants is aggregate 36. 

Applicants must have passes with at least grade C6 in any three (3) of the following elective subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. In addition, an applicant should have obtained at least Credit of C6 in English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science.

      OR

Post Diploma Applicant

Holders of Diploma of Basic Education with Science Option with a second class lower division or higher from a recognized University or institution are considered to start at Level 200.

Institute of Education

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of EducationDepartment of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Programme Duration: 
4 years (Standard Entry)
Career Opportunities: 

This programme trains learners to be professional supervisors of physical education and recreational activities in schools. Physical education is an important aspect of the educational curriculum in schools in Ghana. It is designed to train professionals to help children develop and improve upon their physique through activities that focus on the movement of the body parts. Related activities such as healthy eating and good sleeping habits are covered in the programme. Students are therefore taught the nutritional value of various kinds of foods. They are also trained to be able to help school children stay healthy and also gain from benefits of improved brain usage that comes with increased physical activity. In addition, learners are trained in athletic skills, teamwork spirit, teaching skills, motivational and organisational skills to be able to proficiently conduct and supervise physical education and recreational activities in schools.

Entry Requirements: 

POST-SSSCE/WASSCE CANDIDATES

  1. The Minimum Admission Requirement into the University of Cape Coast for WASSCE applicants is aggregate 36. For SSSCE applicants, the minimum requirement is aggregate 24.
  2. Candidates must have passes in six (6) subjects with overall aggregate of 36/24 at the WASSCE/SSSCE level respectively.
  3. Three of the six subjects must be core subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science/Core Science.

For purposes of admission, a pass in

  • WASSCE means Grade: A1 – C6.
  • SSSCE means Grade: A – D.

In addition to the above, candidates must

  1. pass a theory and practice test to be conducted by the university (test is based on the 2008 SHS syllabus for Physical Education).

MATURE CANDIDATES

  1. Must be at least 25 years of age at the time the application form is completed
  2. Must possess Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ with a minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience.
  3. Must pass a selection examination in General Paper, a special paper in Health, Physical Education and Leisure and a practical test.

POST-DIPLOMA CANDIDATES

  1. A good Diploma (a minimum of Second Class Lower Division or better) obtained from the University of Cape Coast or equivalent institutions with at least two (2) years post qualification teaching/working experience.
  2. All candidates must pass an interview.

Department of Science Education

Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation

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