Cadet Corps In Our College Of Education: The Impacts On Teacher Deficit.

The formation of cadet corps in colleges of education has become a prevalent trend in Ghanaian schools. While some argue that it helps to instill discipline and patriotism in students, others believe that it has a negative impact on the teaching profession in the country. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind the formation of cadet corps in colleges of education in Ghana and the negative impact it has on teacher deficit in Ghanaian schools.

The formation of cadet corps in colleges of education is an initiative introduced by the government to instill discipline, leadership, and patriotism in students. The program is designed to provide military training to students in colleges of education, with the aim of preparing them for leadership roles in society. The cadet corps program is seen as a way of nurturing patriotism and instilling discipline in students, as well as providing them with the necessary leadership skills that will enable them to contribute effectively to society.

 

 

 

However, the formation of cadet corps in colleges of education has led to a negative impact on teacher deficit in Ghanaian schools. This is because the program has become a major attraction for students who are interested in joining the military. Many students who are enrolled in colleges of education join the cadet corps program with the hope of being recruited into the military after graduation. As a result, many of these students do not pursue a career in teaching after graduation, which has led to a shortage of qualified teachers in Ghanaian schools.

 

 

 

Furthermore, the cadet corps program demands a lot of time and commitment from students, which can affect their academic performance. Students who participate in the program have to undergo rigorous military training, which takes up a significant amount of their time. As a result, they may not be able to focus fully on their academic studies, which can lead to poor academic performance. This, in turn, can affect the quality of education provided in Ghanaian schools.

 

 

 

In conclusion, while the formation of cadet corps in colleges of education may have its benefits, it has a negative impact on teacher deficit in Ghanaian schools. The program has become a major attraction for students who are interested in joining the military, which has led to a shortage of qualified teachers in Ghanaian schools. Furthermore, the program demands a lot of time and commitment from students, which can affect their academic performance. Therefore, it is important that the government takes steps to address this issue by providing incentives for students who pursue a career in teaching and by reducing the time commitment required for the cadet corps program in colleges of education.

By: Frank Abbor

Journalist – Global FM / MyGhanaMedia.com

 

 

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