In order to minimise delays for applicants who must retake one or two WASSCE subject papers, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has introduced a new initiative.
This new approach, called WASSCE PC1, will eliminate the customary waiting period for the next exam cycle by allowing students to retake certain subjects in January and February 2025.
WAEC Head of Public Affairs John Kapi called the action a major turning point for West African education.
“This initiative offers students a timely opportunity to improve their grades and maintain academic progression,” he stated.
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Deadline for online registration
According to Kapi, students have until January 8, 2025, to register online using WAEC’s website or authorised internet cafés.
The dates of the exams are January 24, 2025, through February 15, 2025.
Because the first edition is anticipated to draw a relatively small number of applicants, the exams will first be held in regional capitals.
This method guarantees effectiveness and accessibility for participants, Kapi underlined.
“Students can now avoid a year-long academic setback, thanks to this initiative,” he added, encouraging prospective candidates to take advantage of the registration period.