The Directorate of Craftsmen Training in Manipur typically offers a range of services aimed at skill development and vocational training to improve employability and self-reliance. Here’s an overview of the key services provided:
1. Vocational Training through ITIs
– Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS): Training programs in various trades like welding, machinist, electrician, carpentry, tailoring, and more.
– Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS): Hands-on, on-the-job training in collaboration with industries for ITI passout trainees.
2. Industry Collaboration and Apprenticeships
– Partnerships with industries for on-the-job training.
– Placement services to facilitate job opportunities for ITI passout trainees.
3. Certification and Assessment
– National Trade Certificate (NTC) for those completing training.
– Regular assessments and certifications for trainees, including Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for skilled but uncertified workers.
4. Instructor Training Programs
– Programs to upskill and train instructors in alignment with new curriculum requirements and emerging industry needs.
5. Career Counseling and Guidance
– Career counseling services to assist trainees in selecting suitable trades.
– Guidance on job placement, self-employment, and higher education pathways.
6. Skill Competitions and Exhibitions
– Organizing skill competitions to encourage trainees and promote excellence.
– Hosting exhibitions to showcase trainees’ skills and products, enhancing visibility to potential employers.
7. Support for Self-Employment
– Entrepreneurship programs to encourage self-employment among trainees.
– Assistance in setting up small enterprises by providing technical guidance.
These services are designed to strengthen the vocational skills infrastructure in Manipur and increase employability in diverse trades.