Takoradi Technical Institute

Charlotte Dolphyne Technical Institute (CDTI) is a reputable public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution located in Sanzule, Ellembelle District, Western Region of Ghana. Established in 2003, we have been at the forefront of equipping young Ghanaians with practical skills and knowledge for sustainable livelihoods.

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Admission Requirements

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Practical training at Takoradi Technical Institute

How to Apply

Admission is open to BECE graduates and to applicants pursuing Competency-Based Training and National Proficiency programmes. Training is free under the Government of Ghana’s Free TVET Programme. Step-by-step application documents and intake windows will be published here once confirmed by the Institute. Until then, please contact the Principal’s Office for current admissions guidance.

Admissions Requirements

1. National Certificate (BECE)
Applicants must have sat for and obtained results in the B.E.C.E. conducted by WAEC.
B.E.C.E. aggregate not more than 38 for the chosen programme.
Minimum age: fourteen (14) years or above.
2. CBT / National Proficiency
Open to applicants ready to pursue CBT, NP I, or NP II.
Entry to NP I normally requires no formal certificate.
Accessible bridge for learners with minimal or no formal education background.
3. Character & Conduct
Applicants must demonstrate good character and conduct.
Falsification of documents or information may lead to withdrawal of admission.
The same expectations apply across BECE and CBT/NP pathways.
4. Medical Fitness & NHIS
Learners may be required to undergo a medical examination and present a medical fitness report upon admission.
Learners are encouraged to possess a valid NHIS card before reporting to school.
Age (14+), conduct, medical, and NHIS expectations apply to CBT/NP pathways.
5. Merit & Vacancies
Admission is offered based on merit, programme requirements, and available vacancies.
The Institute may withdraw admission if information provided is false or misleading.
Programme-specific requirements may apply — see Programmes for pathways.
6. Fees (Free TVET)
Training is free under the Government of Ghana’s Free TVET Programme.
Ancillary costs (if any) will be published here once confirmed by the Institute.
This site does not invent fee figures.

Application Windows

Intake windows, application open dates, and reporting dates will be published here once confirmed by the Institute. For current guidance, contact the Principal’s Office: 0244 671 202 · takoraditechnicalinstitute@gtvets.gov.gh.

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Start Your Journey at T.T.I. Admission is open to BECE graduates and to applicants pursuing Competency-Based Training and National Proficiency programmes. Training is free under the Government of Ghana’s Free TVET Programme.

National Certificate (BECE)

Apply via the BECE pathway for National Certificate programmes — aggregate not more than 38.

National Certificate pathway at T.T.I.
CBT / National Proficiency

Open pathways for CBT, NP I, and NP II — including learners with minimal formal education background.

CBT and National Proficiency training
Visit & Enquire

Reach the Principal’s Office for admissions guidance, campus visits, and current intake information.

Takoradi Technical Institute campus