
Jubilee Technical Training Centre (JTTC)
Centre of Excellence for Oil and Gas Studies
The Jubilee Technical Training Centre (JTTC) is a premier technical institution based at Takoradi Technical University in Ghana. Established as a Centre of Excellence for Oil and Gas Studies, JTTC is dedicated to providing industry-aligned technical and safety training for the energy sector. The centre focuses on building a highly skilled workforce of technicians through practical learning facilities, expert instruction, and flexible training options designed to meet the specific needs of Ghana’s growing energy industry.
JTTC serves as a vital bridge between academic knowledge and industrial application, offering specialized programs that ensure local personnel are prepared for the technical demands of offshore and onshore operations.
Training Courses and Certifications
JTTC offers a diverse range of technical and HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) programs, including:
- Engineering Disciplines: Instrumentation, Mechanical, Electrical, and Process Production Engineering tailored for oil and gas operations.
- International Certifications: Level 3 NEBOSH IGC and City & Guilds Advanced Awards in oil and gas maintenance and process disciplines.
- Safety Training: Introduction to Health and Safety in the Oil and Gas Industry and tailor-made short courses in specialized technical safety.
- Technical Maintenance: Advanced technical modules in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance.
These programs are designed to provide personnel with the specific trade competencies and safety awareness required for modern energy production.
Class Schedules
JTTC publicly advertises flexible and online training options to accommodate working professionals.
While the centre follows admissions-based cycles for its longer certificate programs, a fixed recurring public timetable for short courses is not listed; specific dates are typically managed via direct application through the university portal.
Accreditations and Partnerships
JTTC aligns its curriculum with several internationally recognized accreditation bodies and global training partners:
- City & Guilds (UK-based vocational certification)
- NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health)
- Aberdeen Drilling School
- Ricks Energy
- High-tech Industrial Access (UK)
- IFE and Well Control (Russia)
Note: While JTTC maintains these high-level technical partnerships, the reviewed materials do not currently list explicit OPITO or STCW approvals.
Vision
JTTC’s vision is to be the leading center for technical skills development in West Africa’s energy sector. By prioritizing industry-aligned training and practical “hands-on” experience, the centre aims to empower the local workforce with global-standard competencies, fostering sustainable growth within Ghana’s oil and gas industry.
Corporate Information
Operations:
Ghana (Takoradi Technical University) Main Campus
Newsite W65V+675, Takoradi, Ghana
Phone:
+(233) 50 508 8851
Email:
Website: