I wish to welcome you to the College Library and congratulations on making the passage into the world of higher education, and assuming this new status. The learning journey continues, and the old secondary school way of life must now give way to a new way of life, driven by academic scholarship and excellence, which promises to be both interesting and exciting, but also difficult and challenging. Evidence shows that, the majority of students who drop out of college do so in their first year, due to lack of preparation, poor motivation, misalignment of expectations, and the reality of what they find when they finally arrive at College.

The key to integration and survival into this new learning environment is adaptation, and the psychological impact of such adaptation, if not properly managed, can lead to frustration and disappointments. This need not be the case for you, if you make the library your home and a place for learning support to achieve your academic ambitions.

Like most 21st century academic libraries, we in the library work hard to deliver to you a state- of-the art library service, which provides many services including the following:

•   A seamless access to a range of print and electronic resources in Health discipline accessible anytime, anywhere;

•   A conducive learning environment that inspires personal learning activities;

•   Cutting-edge learning technologies and digital tools; including computers, Wi-Fi,

  internet and photocopying services to enhance your learning experiences;

•   Tailor-made training programs in information literacy to support your learning;

•   Dedicated library staff, committed to providing you with the highest level of support,

  both face-to-face and online.

  As the knowledge bedrock of the College, the library occupies an important place in this institution, and plays a crucial role towards the attainment of your career goals and objectives.

  It provides an arena of learning possibilities and a space for generating creative and innovative ideas. I therefore invite you to make the fullest use of our services. Remember, you are here for education and NOT qualification, and the library is here to help you achieve exactly that. So, speak to us about all your learning support needs. You are the reason for our existence.

  Henry Opoku Akosah (Mr)
  College Librarian, NMTC-HOHOE.