Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Ynegative vices to the persons concerned and society at large. Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is an important instrument for promoting youth development through skills acquisition, employment, entrepreneurship, poverty reduction, and social inclusion. This paper examines the social impact of TVET programs on youth development in Bayelsa State. The study adopted a mixed-methods design, combining questionnaire surveys with interviews. A sample of 56 respondents was selected using stratified random sampling from TVET trainees, graduates, instructors, employers, and youth development officials. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and One-way ANOVA with SPSS Version 23. Findings revealed that TVET has the potential to contribute meaningfully to youth development, with respondents affirming a strong relationship between vocational skills and empowerment (Mean = 4.30). However, effectiveness was hampered by inadequate career guidance and geographical barriers (Mean = 4.45), weak industry links (Mean = 3.86), and inadequate training facilities (Mean = 3.46). ANOVA results showed significant differences in how age groups perceived TVET's impact (p = 0.014) and how designations perceived challenges (p = 0.002). The study recommends community-based training centres, private-sector partnerships, accessible start-up capital, and public awareness campaigns to maximize TVET's social impact and reduce youth restiveness in Bayelsa State.
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7224122876