FACTORS INFLUENCING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMES IN KWARA STATE COLLEGES OF EDUCATION,NIGERIA

Abstract

The problem of unemployment among secondary school leavers would be reduced if there are quality 
vocational education programmes to prepare competent teachers and inculcate vocational skills in school 
leavers. This study examined factors influencing implementation of vocational education programmes in 
Kwara State Colleges of Education, Nigeria. Four research questions guided the study. The study adopted 
survey research design. The population composed all vocational education students in Kwara State Colleges 
of Education, Nigeria. Three hundred and forty (340) vocational education students were randomly selected 
for the study. Researcher designed questionnaire was the instrument for the study. The instrument was 
validated by five (5) experts in vocational education. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The 
findings revealed improper use of funds from government for vocational education programmes, shortage of 
qualified vocational educators, lack of facilities and poor perception of vocational education by students and 
parents are major factors influencing effective implementation of vocational education in Kwara State 
Colleges of Education. Recommendations include proper utilization of funds for vocational education 
programmes, regular trainings of manpower in vocational education, provision of well-equipped facilities for 
implementation of practical work and intensification of awareness on the benefit of vocational education 
programmes among others.