In 1962, the Accra College of education was established by an Act of Parliament, the first Principal became Mr. L. B. AMA HESSE. The following have held the position of Principal of the College.
2007 - 2018
2000 - 2007
1990 - 1999
1978 - 1988
1972 - 1977
1962 - 1972
Following the Colleges of Education Act 2012, (Act 847) all Colleges may award diploma in Basic Education as they have now been raised to tertiary status. The College grades its products for the award of Diploma in Basic Education.