Abstract
Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) enrollment
in Ghana has been impeded by various challenges. One of the
significant obstacles throughout the years has been public perception.
As a result, many people prefer grammar-based schools over
TVET. This study aims to investigate the operations of TVET in the
Ayawaso-West Municipality of the Greater Accra Region in Ghana to
determine the level of public perception and its impact on enrollment.
The study employs the impression formation theory as
a framework. An exploratory research design and a qualitative
research approach were used to conduct the study. Thirty-six participants
were selected using a purposive sampling technique. The
findings revealed that the negative perception affecting the progress
of the TVET subsector included lower societal recognition,
lower job prestige and public ignorance of TVET. The study recommends
continuous advocacy for TVET to correct public perception