Prof. Joshua Adebisi Omotosho, Ph.D.
Head of Department, Psychology
Education
- Ph.D. (Guidance and Counselling; from Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, USA); June 1984
- M.Div. (Divinity; from UMCA Theological College, llorin, Nigeria); 2003
- M.L.S. (Library Science; from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria); May 1980
- B.Sc. (Vocational Industrial Technical Education; from University of Nigeria, Nsukka); June 1975
Courses Taught
- Introduction to General Psychology
- Advanced Theories and Techniques of Individual Counselling
- Behaviour Modification Methods in Guidance and Counselling
- Principles Of Career Development and Vocational Counselling
Research Interest
- Career Counselling and Vocational Development
- Rehabilitation Counselling
- Student Affairs and Counselling
- Follow-Up Studies of Former Students
Selected Publications
- Boye, J. O., Omotosho, J. A., Fia, S. D., Eyiah-Bediako, S., Bentil, J. A., & Dabone, K. T. (2024). Self-knowledge, lack of career information and lack of career counselling as reasons for career indecision among senior high school students in Ghana. Journal of Humanities and Social Science (IOSR-JHSS) 29(5), 3-18
- Adom-Mensah, B.A., Omotosho, J. A., Eyiah-Bediako, S., Kwarteng-Nantwi, E. (2023). Relative efficacies of individual psychology and cognitive behavioural therapy in the reduction of suicide ideation among undergraduate students in the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. Journal of Advanced Psychology 5(1) 18-31.
- Adom-Mensah, B. A., Omotosho, J. A., Antiri, K. O., & Fia, S. D. (2023). Reduction of suicide ideation by the use of cognitive behavior therapy and individual psychology among undergraduate students of University of Cape Coast, Ghana. Journal of Advanced Psychology, 5(1), 1-17. Website: www.carijournals.org
- Kumah, G., Doh-Fia, S., Kwarteng-Nantwi, E., & Omotosho, J. A. (2022). Influence of programme of study on the adjustment challenges faced by colleges of education students in Eastern Region, Ghana. Ghana Journal of Education: Issues and Practice (GJE), 8, 93-105. https://doi.org/10.47963/gje81330
- Owusu, D., Omotosho, J. A., Owusu, M., Nkyi, A. A., & Sarfo, E. A. (2021). Class level differences in stress experiences and coping strategies among undergraduate students. International Journal of Social Science and Human Research, 4(12), 3668-3678.
- Eyiah-Bediako, S., Omotosho, J. A., Fia, S. D., Bentil, J. A., Boye, J. O., & Dabone, K. T. (2022). Influence of peer pressure on adolescents’ sexual adventurism in Ghana. Nigerian Journal of Educational Foundations, 21(1), 16-29.
Professional Certifications
- Information not provided in source document
Affiliations
- Guidance and Counselling Association of Ghana (GCAG)
- Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)
- Ohio Personnel and Guidance Association (OPGA)
- University Teachers’ Association of Ghana (UTAG)
Dr. Ignatius Kofi Fenu, Ph.D.
Lecturer
Education
- PhD Guidance and Counselling, University of Education, Winneba, 2017
- MPhil Adult Education, University of Ghana, 2009
- BA, Psychology and Political Science, University of Ghana, Legon, 2000.
Courses Taught
- Psychology for Nursing
- Biological Foundations in Human Behaviour
Research Interest
- Career Guidance
- Choice of courses
- Students Support Systems at the tertiary level
- Attitude towards guidance and counselling
Selected Publications
- Fenu, I. K., Amponsah, S., & Nkum, W. K. (2021). Familial, societal and situational factors influencing career choice among adult learners in Ghana. Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies in Education, 10(SI), 125+.
Professional Certifications
- Information not provided in source document
Affiliations
- Ghana Psychology Council, Awaiting certification.
Kingsley Eyram King-Kuadzi
Adjunct Lecturer
Education
- PhD, Counselling Psychology, University of Education, Winneba (Candidate), in Process
- Master of Philosophy, Guidance, and Counselling, University of Cape Coast, 2021
- Master of Art, Guidance and Counselling, University of Cape Coast, 2018
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of Ghana, 2013
- Higher National Diploma, Science Laboratory Technology, Accra Technical University, 2010
Courses Taught
- Introduction to Human Life Span
- Brain and Behaviour
Research Interest
- Psychology
- Counselling
- Higher Education
- Genetics
Selected Publications
- Information not provided in source document
Professional Certifications
- Certificate, Science Laboratory Technician, Accra Technical University, 2006
- Certificate, GSEE4X: Introduction to Family Engagement in Education, Harvard X, Harvard University, 2021
- Certificate, University Teaching, University of Hong Kong, 2021
- Certificate, Principles of Management, Johns Hopkins University, 2022
Affiliations
- Medical Laboratory Technician (11009716), Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC)
- Counselling Psychologists (GPSY 00456-82-18/p), Ghana Psychology Council (GPC)
- International Association for Counsellors, USA (IAC)
- Ghana National Association of Certificated Counsellors (GNACC)
- Ghana Psychological Association (GPA)
