Govt increases teachers’ CPD allowance

The government has announced a significant increase in the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) allowance for both professional and non-professional teachers in pre-tertiary schools across the country.

This move is part of the government’s efforts to support teachers in their professional growth and improve the quality of education.

The Ministry of Education, in a statement, said professional teachers will now receive GH¢2,400 annually, up from GH¢l,200, while non-professional teachers will receive GH¢1,200, up from GH¢800.

The statement said the good news is that payments for these revised amounts have already been made to teachers.

The CPD allowance was introduced in 2020 to provide financial support to teachers for training, acquiring new teaching methodologies, and upgrading their skills.

The Education Ministry said this increase demonstrates the government’s commitment to empowering teachers with modern skills and knowledge to deliver effective teaching.

With this increased allowance, teachers can now pursue professional development opportunities with greater financial ease, ultimately benefiting students and the education sector as a whole, according to the government.