- Deputy Education Minister Dr Clement Apaak has warned parents not to pay for SHS placements.
- He stated that placement under the CSSPS system is free and any payment demand is fraudulent.
- Families are currently awaiting SHS placement results for 2025 BECE candidates.
- A video guide was released to help parents navigate the CSSPS portal.
- The portal requires candidates’ index number and date of birth to access placement info.
- Dr Apaak urged citizens to report anyone soliciting money for placement to the police.
- The warning comes amid rising concerns over placement scams and misinformation.
- Government remains committed to reducing Ghana’s 30.2% illiteracy rate.
Deputy Minister of Education Dr Clement Abas Apaak has issued a firm warning to parents and guardians across Ghana: do not pay anyone who claims they can secure Senior High School (SHS) placement for your child. His statement comes as thousands of families await the release of placement results for the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates.
According to Dr Apaak, placement through the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) is entirely free. Any individual demanding money in exchange for placement is engaging in fraud and should be reported to the police without hesitation.
To prevent confusion and exploitation, the Ministry has released a short instructional video to guide families through the placement process. The video walks users through the CSSPS portal, where they can confirm choices, check placement status, or initiate self-placement. Access requires the candidate’s index number and date of birth — both must match the details used during BECE registration.
The warning comes at a critical time, as placement season often brings both excitement and anxiety. For many families, it marks a major milestone in their children’s educational journey. But it also opens the door to misinformation and scams, especially targeting those unfamiliar with the digital process.
Dr Apaak’s caution aligns with the government’s broader commitment to improving education access and reducing Ghana’s 30.2% illiteracy rate. By reinforcing transparency in the placement system, the Ministry aims to protect families and uphold the integrity of the SHS admissions process.
