PETER TEI KWETEY
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Highly accomplished Counselling Psychology professional, educator, and NCDA-certified Career Development Specialist (CDF, CCSP) with over 10 years of progressive experience in education, student wellbeing, career counselling, mental health support, and workforce readiness development within multicultural and international environments. Demonstrated expertise in career pathway planning, university readiness, psychosocial intervention, safeguarding, behavioural support, and the design and delivery of impactful student-centred programmes that promote academic excellence, emotional resilience, employability, and successful transition into higher education and the global workforce. Recognized for strong leadership, training facilitation, teacher mentorship, and the ability to build inclusive, supportive, and high-performing learning environments that empower students to thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and professionally.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
District Guidance & Counselling Coordinator
Ghana Education Service - Shai-Osudoku District
Ghana
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Lead district-wide counselling and career guidance programmes across multiple schools.
- Apply NCDA-informed career development frameworks to support students academic and career decision-making.
- Provide individual and group counselling addressing emotional, behavioural, and academic challenges.
- Train teachers and school staff in student wellbeing, safeguarding, and psychosocial support.
- Organise career seminars, transition planning programmes, and life-skills workshops.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure holistic student development and support systems.
- Integrated career readiness and employability skills into counselling programmes.
- Delivered career pathway planning aligned with labour market needs.
- Facilitated training sessions for educators and students on career development and life skills.
Mental Health Outreach Volunteer
University of Ghana Outreach
Ghana
01.2023
- Delivered mental health education and psychological first aid.
Teacher, School Counsellor, Chaplain
Ghana Education Service - Agortor DA Primary School
Ghana
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Deliver high-quality, learner-centred teaching aligned with modern educational practices.
- Provide career, academic, and personal counselling to students and staff.
- Integrate character education, emotional intelligence, and moral development into school programmes.
- Support school leadership in discipline management, safeguarding, and student welfare systems.
- Serve in administrative roles, enhancing organisational efficiency and record management.
Instructor/Brain Development Coach
UCMAS Ghana Limited
Ghana
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Developed students cognitive abilities, concentration, and problem-solving skills.
- Delivered structured training programmes and performance assessments.
Team Lead Psychologist - Crisis Intervention
Ghana
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Led training of mental health officers and provided crisis counselling.
- Delivered trauma-informed psychosocial support.
Psychology Practicum Trainee
Career & Counselling Centre - University of Ghana
Ghana
01.2023
- Conducted professional counselling sessions and case management.
Missions & Field Director
Vineyard International (NGO)
Saboba, Ghana
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Directed education, leadership training, and community development programmes.
- Founded and led George Herman Academy, overseeing curriculum and staff development.
- Trained and mentored teachers, volunteers, and community leaders.
- Delivered large-scale training sessions, workshops, and mentoring programmes.
- Provided pastoral counselling, youth mentorship, and leadership coaching.
- Successfully led community transformation initiatives through education and outreach.
Education
MPhil - Counselling Psychology
University of Ghana
Ghana12-2026
Bachelor's Degree - Guidance & Counselling
University of Education, Winneba
Ghana07-2021
Diploma - Theology & Pastoral Ministry
Elyon Bible College Pretoria
South Africa04-2014
Diploma - Basic Education
Ada College of Education
Ghana07-2012
Skills
- Career Guidance & University Readiness
- Psychological Assessment & Intervention
- Child Safeguarding & Behaviour Management
- Mental Health Awareness & Crisis Intervention
- Leadership, Supervision & Programme Coordination
- Training Facilitation & Instructional Delivery
- School Counselling & Student Wellbeing
- Teacher Mentorship & Training Facilitation
- Academic Advising & Study Skills Development
- Multicultural Communication & Inclusion
- Workforce Readiness & Employability Skills Development
- Mental Health Assessment
- Career Counseling
- Student Wellbeing
- Pastoral Care
- Psychological Evaluation
- Group Facilitation
- Crisis Intervention
- Mental Health Support
- Educational Leadership
- Psychometric Assessment
- Intervention Planning
- Fundraising expertise
- Marketing
- Community engagement
- Training and mentoring
- Microsoft office
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
Certification
- Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP), National Career Development Association (NCDA), USA, 2026-01-01, 2029-01-01
- Career Development Facilitator (CDF), National Career Development Association (NCDA), USA, 2024-01-01
- Mental Health & Community Inclusion (WHO QualityRights Training), 2022-01-01
Affiliations
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP) – National Career Development Association (NCDA), USA | 2026–2029
- Career Development Facilitator (CDF) – National Career Development Association (NCDA), USA | 2024
- Mental Health & Community Inclusion (World Health Organization (WHO) QualityRights Training) | 2022
Hobbies
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Member in Good Standing – Ghana Psychological Association (GPA) | Since 2023
- Member – National Career Development Association (NCDA), USA | Since 2024
- Member – Greater Accra Association of Counsellors | Since 2020
Accomplishments
- Delivered structured career guidance programmes supporting student transition into education and employment pathways.
- Facilitated training workshops for teachers and students on life skills, career readiness, and personal development.
- Applied international career development frameworks (NCDA) in counselling and programme design.
- Supported youth development initiatives focusing on employability, decision-making, and goal setting.
- Mentored individuals and groups in leadership, discipline, and professional growth.
Timeline
Mental Health Outreach Volunteer
University of Ghana Outreach
01.2023
Team Lead Psychologist - Crisis Intervention
01.2023 - 01.2024
Psychology Practicum Trainee
Career & Counselling Centre - University of Ghana
01.2023
District Guidance & Counselling Coordinator
Ghana Education Service - Shai-Osudoku District
01.2022 - 01.2026
Teacher, School Counsellor, Chaplain
Ghana Education Service - Agortor DA Primary School
01.2018 - 01.2022
Instructor/Brain Development Coach
UCMAS Ghana Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017
Missions & Field Director
Vineyard International (NGO)
01.2006 - 01.2014
MPhil - Counselling Psychology
University of Ghana
Bachelor's Degree - Guidance & Counselling
University of Education, Winneba
Diploma - Theology & Pastoral Ministry
Elyon Bible College Pretoria
Diploma - Basic Education
Ada College of Education