Hyderabad: Craftsmen courses offered free online

Hyderabad: The GMR Varalakshmi Foundation (GMRVF), the corporate social responsibility arm of GMR group, has introduced customised online training classes, which could be accessed by the candidates from the safety of their homes. GMRVF has adapted all available courses (except driving) into 'Blended Learning Method'. This approach combines online educational literature and opportunities for virtual interaction along with physical training (to be conducted once the center opens as per government guidelines). The course is also beneficial as it offers students some elements of control over their time, place, path, or pace.

For this training module, the candidates who are selected are being given online training classes in their respective line of subjects. They are taught selected job role content, soft skills, Spoken English and also assessed through online assessments during these sessions. Once the centre operations recommence as per the govt guidelines, the practical sessions will be imparted to these candidates.

The courses under blended learning methods include: Drywall & False Ceiling Technician, Excavator Operator, Welding Technician, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician, Automobiles and Two wheeler repairing, Solar Technician, Electrical House Wiring, Hotel Management (F&B), Computers - MS Office & DTP (Only for Women), and Tailoring.

All school and college dropout youth are eligible to join these courses.