ANNOUNCEMENT
EnAble India’s new batch for Career Centric Computer Training (CCCT)
for the visually impaired will commence on June 22nd 2009.
Introduction of Enable India
Enable India is a non-profit organization working tirelessly since its
inception from 1999 towards the economic independence and dignity of
persons with disabilities. We cater to the needs of all kinds of
disabilities like visually impaired, hearing impaired, physically
disabled, mental retardation, mental illness and more across India.
Our major thrust areas are employment, pre-employment services, and
work place solutions, supplemental education, consulting and enabling
other institutions working for the disabled.
Introduction of Career Centric Computer Training:
Computer Training for the visually impaired is the greatest form of
empowerment for them. It opens up the world to them: a world of
information (aiding research, education, daily living, recreation),
people, jobs, books (print to voice). Computer training involves
training on Computer Basics, MS office, Internet using the JAWS screen
reading software which is talking software that aids the visually
impaired to “hear” everything that a sighted person would “read”.
This is an initiative from Enable India team towards giving quality
computer training for visually impaired people who have completed
their studies and seeking for a job, and those who want to continue
their studies in the field of computers. Main goal of this course is
to make the candidate employable by providing computer knowledge and
making them efficient in using computers independently. This will
increase the employment opportunities, betterment of existing job, and
for higher studies.
Content:
The course will cover English training, Keyboard Typing, Computer
Fundamentals (Introduction to Windows and applications, Editing,
Dialog boxes, File and folder management ) Microsoft Office (Microsoft
Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point), Internet, Outlook
Express, Screen reader fundamentals (Using screen reader help) and
Miscellaneous concepts like scanning, software installations, Computer
physical connections, CD burning etc.
Life skills training for both career and life which includes Learning
sessions, Analytical skills training, real world exposure etc
Course Details:-
Duration : 6 – 8 months
Timings : 10:00am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Saturday
Date : 22nd June 2009 Onwards
Seats : 15
Premise : EnAble India, Bangalore
Course Fee : No Course Fee
Refundable Deposit : Rs.500 (will be refunded on the successful
completion of the course with 90%
attendance)
No accommodation will be provided (Assistance will be provided to get
PG or Hostel based on request)
Assistance for Employment will be given for the eligible candidates
after successful completion of the course
Eligibility:
• Any visually impaired person with graduation or equivalent diploma.
12 years (PUC/+2) pass candidates may be considered on an exception
basis.
• Age should not be more than 35 years
• Who want to use computer skills for their education/ employment, and
having good communication English, and basic knowledge of mathematics
• Visually Impaired persons who can dedicate their full time for the
entire course duration
Important Note: Persons who are waiting to join other
courses/education/employment within June 2009 to January 2010 are not
eligible.
Joining Procedure:
Candidates have to call EnAble India front office and fill the CCCT
joining form and take appointment for the evaluation test. If they are
from out of station, the evaluation and interview will be conducted
via telephone. Local candidates who pass the evaluation will be asked
to come for interview at EnAble India.
Dates: Evaluation Test and personal Interview will be on 12th, 13th
and 15th of June 2009
Course will commence from 22nd June 2009
For further queries contact us: EnAble India, #12, K H B Colony, 8th
Block, Koramangala, Bangalore-95 Telephone: 080 – 42823636,
9845313919. Email: [email protected]
--
M. Suresh Kumar,
Computer instructor,
EnAble India,
Bangalore.
Mobile: 9740089100
E Mail: [email protected]
skype: sureshkkm
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