Kaushalya Vikas Kendra 2.79

The KViK logo indicates the focus on ‘hand skills’ and what a highly skilled person can produce. A highly skilled person also is like a diamond and valued. The curriculum of KViK is based on German “Dual training” model which emphasises class room teaching and on-the-job training in equal measure. Emphasis will be on technical skills as well as soft skills like work culture, adherence to standards, safety and discipline. The courses offered by KViK will be affordable to students from economically weaker sections. The cost of the high quality training will be met mainly by fees and partly by voluntary service, donations and government subsidy. The government has prescribed fees ranging from Rs. 800 to Rs. 1200 for various courses. The revenue model is designed to sustain and expand the training facilities in a steady manner.

Application has been made to the Income Tax authorities to obtain exemption under Sec.80G of Income Tax Act, so that the contributions to the company will be eligible for 50% tax rebate. Application has also been made to the state and central government for recognition as Vocational Training Provider and for certification of students.

Kaushalya Vikas Kendra, as the name suggests believes that every person has the basic talent. To begin with, it provides training in the following skills to hone the talent and make the trainee employable:

Electrician
Electronic appliance repairer
Carpenter
Plumber
Office Assistant
Nursing Assistant
These courses run on part time basis to allow poor students earn some money by odd jobs and duration is typically 3 months.