Education Minister launches Employability Skills Enhancement Program for Polytechnic Students
Programme aims to upskill 10,000 students and mentor 500 faculty members
Union Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan launched the "Employability Skills Enhancement Program for Polytechnic Students today.
This initiative is the result of a collaborative effort between the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Wadhwani Foundation.
The programme covers modules pertaining to Effective Speaking and Listening skills, impactful writing skills, Self-Presentation, Interpersonal skills, Problem Solving and Innovation, Professionalism and Financial Literacy.
The primary objective of Employability Skills Enhancement Program is to equip polytechnic students with essential skills to enhance their future careers. It emphasizes practical experience and the establishment of a strong foundation for a prosperous professional journey.
In the academic year 2023-24, the program sets ambitious goals to upskill 10,000 students and mentor 500 faculty members, contributing significantly to the enhancement of employability in the nation's polytechnic community.
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