Building skills for modern agriculture.
Practical training for the young people, farmers, and agribusinesses growing Ghana's food economy.
Agriculture skills, science, and hands on training in one system
ATVET is an agriculture skills-based education and training system covering the study of technology and related sciences. It builds the skills, attitude, knowledge, and understanding that prepare learners for employability, self-employment, and entrepreneurship in agriculture and related industries.
By combining classroom instruction with hands on practical experience, ATVET makes sure graduates leave workplace ready and capable of driving innovation across agricultural value chains.
Training areas
Learners specialise across the full agricultural value chain, from production and mechanization to processing, aquaculture, and extension.
- Crop Production
- Animal Production and Management
- Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship
- Agricultural Mechanization
- Irrigation and Water Management
- Agro-processing and Value Addition
- Aquaculture and Fisheries
- Agronomy and Soil Management
- Climate-Smart Agriculture
- Agricultural Extension Services
A driver of Ghana's agricultural transformation
Strengthening the skills of young people and agricultural workers feeds directly into economic growth and sustainable development. Here is where ATVET makes the difference:
- Improving agricultural productivity and competitiveness
- Creating employment opportunities for young people
- Promoting agribusiness development and entrepreneurship
- Enhancing food security and nutrition
- Supporting rural economic growth
- Encouraging the adoption of modern agricultural technologies
- Building climate resilience within farming communities
Careers that go well beyond the farm
Agriculture today offers diverse and rewarding pathways. ATVET graduates move into technical roles, launch enterprises, and provide services across the value chain.
- Agribusiness Entrepreneurs
- Farm Managers
- Agricultural Technicians
- Extension Officers
- Livestock Production Specialists
- Agro-processors
- Irrigation Technicians
- Agricultural Equipment Operators
- Value Chain Service Providers
- Agribusiness Consultants
Many graduates also establish successful enterprises in crop production, livestock farming, agro-processing, agricultural services, and input supply.
Quality skills development for everyone
ATVET is committed to making sure every young person has access to quality skills development. Inclusive training systems create equitable pathways to employment, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment for:
- Women and girls
- Persons with disabilities
- Rural youth
- Refugees and host communities
- Vulnerable and marginalized groups
