How Guidance Services Boost Career Success: Ghana’s Key Factors

Let's dive into how guidance services can make or break career success in Ghana. Researchers took a close look at what makes these services relevant and effective. They chatted with 413 guidance service coordinators from different levels, like regions, districts, and schools. Their results? Money matters—having enough funds for guidance services was crucial. Also, having skilled and enough coordinators, plus a cozy, confidential office, made a big difference. When it came to making policies stick, having guidance on the school timetable, necessary supplies, and top-notch coordinators were game-changers. For career success, it all boiled down to having the right people. The study suggests that schools and the Ghana Education Service should hire and train the best coordinators, give them the resources they need, fit guidance into the school schedule, and set up private spaces for students to talk.