About Sch Of Ord
The Ghana Armed Forces School of Ordnance is a professional military training institution that supports the logistics and administrative needs of the Ghana Armed Forces through training in ordnance, provisioning, stores, ammunition and ration management, tailoring, leatherworks, and logistics and supply chain management.
Brief history and background
The Ghana Armed Forces School of Ordnance is one of the professional military training institutions established to support the logistics and administrative needs of the Ghana Armed Forces. The school operates within the GAF training system and trains personnel in provisioning, stores, ammunition and ration management, tailoring, leatherworks, and other logistics and supply chain management specialties. It was established to provide professional and technical training for military personnel and Defence Civilian Staff engaged in military logistics and supply chain duties within the Army, Navy and Air Force.
Institutional growth
Over the years, the school has evolved from offering mainly basic stores, warehouse management, and vocational courses to providing diploma, advanced diploma, and Bachelor of Technology programmes in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Fashion Design and Textiles, and related disciplines. This growth has positioned the school as an important contributor to operational readiness by equipping personnel with practical and academic knowledge for the management, acquisition, accounting, storage, maintenance, distribution, and disposal of materiel.
Core mandate
The core mandate of the Ghana Armed Forces School of Ordnance is to train and develop competent Logistics and Ordnance personnel capable of supporting military operations effectively and efficiently.
- Train personnel in Ordnance and Logistics Management.
- Equip trainees with skills in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
- Provide vocational and technical training in Tailoring, Leather Works, and related trades.
- Enhance professional competence in storage, accounting, maintenance, distribution, and disposal of military stores and equipment.
- Support career progression and professional development of personnel within the Ghana Armed Forces.
- Promote discipline, professionalism, and operational effectiveness among trainees.
- Conduct refresher and advanced courses that respond to modern military logistics demands.
Programmes and courses
The School of Ordnance offers military professional courses as well as vocational and academic programmes. Courses are organised periodically and may run for several weeks or months depending on programme structure.
Basic courses
- Storeman Ordnance BIII to BI
- Storeman General Duties BIII to BI
- Tailoring BIII to BI
- Leather Works BIII to BI
Advanced courses
- Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant Course
- Senior Non-Commissioned Officers Advanced Course
- Tailor Advanced Course
- Leather Works Advanced Course
Diploma and academic programmes
- Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- Diploma in Fashion Design and Textiles
- Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Textiles
- Bachelor of Technology in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Certificates and degrees
The school issues and supports a range of certificates, diplomas, and degrees depending on the programme undertaken. Some qualifications are awarded in affiliation with Accra Technical University.
- Ghana Armed Forces course completion certificates.
- Basic Trade Certificates in Ordnance and vocational specialties.
- Diploma certificates in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
- Diploma certificates in Fashion Design and Textiles.
- Advanced Diploma qualifications in related technical and management fields.
- Bachelor of Technology in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
- Professional military course certificates for advanced logistics and quartermaster training.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements depend on the specific course being offered. Military, Defence Civilian Staff, and academic programme routes each follow their relevant eligibility standards.
Military personnel
- Must be a serving member of the Ghana Armed Forces.
- Must be medically fit.
- Must meet the rank or trade requirements for the course.
- Must be recommended or nominated by the individual unit or command.
- Must possess good disciplinary records.
Defence Civilian Staff
- Must be employed within the Ministry of Defence or Ghana Armed Forces.
- Must possess relevant academic or technical qualifications.
- Must receive recommendation from the appropriate authority.
Academic qualifications
- WASSCE, SSSCE, or equivalent certificate.
- Credits in relevant subjects such as English Language and Mathematics.
- Relevant vocational or technical background may be an added advantage.
Admission procedure
Admission into the school follows established military administrative procedures. Affiliated diploma programmes may also include additional academic procedures in collaboration with Accra Technical University.
- Courses are announced through Ghana Armed Forces administrative channels.
- Qualified candidates are nominated by units and formations.
- Applications and supporting documents are submitted.
- Candidates are screened and selected based on eligibility, discipline, and medical fitness.
- Approval is granted by the appropriate Ghana Armed Forces authority.
- Successful candidates are enrolled and commence training.
Logo and identity
The School of Ordnance logo presents the identity of the institution within the Ghana Armed Forces training system. The shield, Ordnance Service identity, and visual references to logistics and supply work reflect the school mission of developing competent personnel for military stores, materiel, and supply chain responsibilities.
Facilities and surroundings
The school documentation includes selected views of the entrance gate, administrative block, classroom block, and combined classroom and administrative facilities. These images provide public visual context for the training environment where logistics, ordnance, and vocational courses are delivered.
The School of Ordnance strengthens operational readiness by building professional competence in military logistics, ordnance, stores, and supply chain management.
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