SOS-Hermann Gmeiner International College

The Guidance Counseling Department supports students through college admissions and the financial aid process, ensuring each student finds a college that fits their interests and values. It provides individualized career counseling on a regular basis to guide the transition from academic studies to a self-supporting career. It prepares students for entrance into universities of high international standards. It develops formal and informal relationships with universities in Ghana and abroad to ensure smooth transitions for graduates. Career fairs are held annually where students meet professionals from various fields to learn about opportunities. The Guidance Counseling Department's mission is to graduate life-long learners who are fully prepared for the best universities worldwide.

SOS-HGIC provides support to students with special needs. The Emotional Counselling Department offers ongoing individual and group sessions to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs and to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) where appropriate. When challenges affect learning, a tracking system monitors progress and informs decisions about supports. The school facilitates learning support for students with learning difficulties and arranges for assessments when needed. Staff receive training on differentiation to help all students, and parents are kept informed about progress. Admissions and ongoing provision are coordinated to meet each student's needs.

English is the medium of instruction for non-language subjects. The English Department is responsible for language development of all students and ensures native-language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and presenting. MYP students study English Language and Literature and Language Acquisition. In the Diploma Programme, English A: Literature, English A: Language and Literature and English B are available.

The Emotional Counselling Department provides ongoing support for students' mental health and well-being through individual and group counseling. The department develops strategies with staff and parents to help students meet their full potential and assists with the development of Individualized Education Plans where needed. It offers out-of-classroom interventions and referrals when necessary, including arrangements for outside assessments. The department works to help students cope with social, emotional or behavioral challenges and to promote overall well-being.

The Safeguarding Policy covers safeguarding and child protection across all departments and activities. There are two Designated Safeguarding Leads and a Child Protection Officer, with specified contact emails and phone numbers. The policy outlines aims, responsibilities and procedures for safeguarding, reporting, and responding to abuse. All staff and students must report suspected abuse, with procedures for confidential reporting, timelines and follow-up. The policy includes staff training and annual awareness activities and references the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and national laws to ensure student safety.