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Vision-Aid Advanced Training Centre – Chennai

Empowering Visually Impaired Individuals Through Skill-Based Training

Location: Majestic Avenue, OMR, Semmancheri, Chennai.

Landmark: Srinivasa Perumal Koil

Contact Person: Ramesh Kumar S (Centre Coordinator) 

Mobile: +91 99627 11055 | Office: +91 99627 22055,

Email: rks@visionaid.org

Overview

The Vision-Aid Advanced Training Centre in Semmancheri, Chennai, specializes in providing job-oriented residential training programs designed to equip visually impaired individuals with the necessary skills for professional work and independent living. This center will serve   as a hub for skill development, ensuring better career opportunities and long-term stability for the visually impaired community.

Vision

The centre was inaugurated on Feb 25th, 2025. The centre aims to train around 100–150 visually challenged individuals each year in the various specialized programs. We are excited about the transformative impact this centre will bring to the visually challenged community in Tamil Nadu and across India. With the continued support of our partners and stakeholders, we look forward to expanding our reach and furthering our mission of empowering individuals with vision disabilities across India. 

How We Will Achieve Our Goal

Employment Oriented Programs

Providing employability training and placement support to enhance career prospects and empower individuals to achieve long-term economic success and independence.

Digital Proficiency

Training students in computing skills, NVDA screen readers, Excel for report preparation, and voice process skills, making them industry-ready.

Confidence & Self-Motivation

Focusing on soft skills and spoken English training to help students thrive in professional environments.

Holistic Development

Integrating Yoga, Orientation & Mobility training, Basic Braille literacy, computer skills, Excel, sector-specific training, and home management techniques to support everyday life.

Independence & Self-Reliance

Preparing individuals for both professional and personal growth, ensuring they can navigate daily life with confidence.

Programs Offered

1. BPO – Customer Care Executive Training

BPO domestic Process Upon completion of the Business Process Outsourcing – Domestic Voice Process Training, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively execute their work at their workplace:

  • Understand the importance of an effective communication process. 
  • Upon completion of the BPO domestic voice process training, participants will demonstrate proficiency in handling customer inquiries, resolving issues promptly, and maintaining high-quality service standards, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction and operational efficiency within the organization.
  • Objective: Train for call center and support roles focusing on communication and customer service. 
  • Eligibility: 10+2 or higher, up to 30 years of age, basic English and computer skills, willingness to relocate. 
  • Duration: 4 months | Batch Size: 12 | Language: English & Tamil 
  • Training Includes: Sector Skill, Digital literacy, Soft Skills, Spoken English, Orientation & Mobility, Basic Braille, Yoga, Home Management, Financial Literacy. 
  • Schedule: Mon-Fri 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Sat 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM 
  • Residential Facilities: Hostel accommodation provided 
  • Commitment Fee: ₹1000 (Refundable) 

To apply for this course , please click the link below:
https://training.visionaid.org/vision-aid-live-training-program-registration/ 

2. Digital Accessibility Testing (DAT) Program

  • Objective: To acquire deep skills in Digital Accessibility Testing (DAT) as well as providing pathways to job opportunities in IT and other sectors.
  • Eligibility: Graduate, passion for technology, proficient in English, basic computer skills. 
  • Duration: 4 months | Mode: Online 
  • Training Covers: Digital Accessibility, WCAG 2.2 compliance, testing methodologies, HTML/CSS/ARIA, case studies. 
  • Fee: ₹5000 | Selection Process: Interview + Written Test 
  • Placement Support: Available 

To apply for this course , please click the link below:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=28pluEj5J0esO3RAXvXm-30yoKwMj1lCnyQ16_udNYJUQkMyOU9KWEM1RVJHMkIzU0ZQWUozTkdVUyQlQCN0P%20Wcu 

3. IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection) Training

  • Objective: Prepare for IBPS banking exams. 
  • Eligibility: Graduate degree, below 35 years. 
  • Duration: 3 months | Mode: Hybrid 
  • Training Covers: Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, General Awareness with banking references. 
  • Commitment Fee: ₹1000 
  • Schedule: Mon-Fri 

To apply for this course , please click the link below:
https://training.visionaid.org/vision-aid-live-training-program-registration/ 

Admission Criteria

Candidates must meet program-specific eligibility requirements and undergo an interview and assessment process. 

Scholarship

Need-based scholarships will be offered to all students who need it. The scholarships will cover the cost of board/lodging, local transport and training. In some courses, a nominal security deposit may be required which will be refunded after the student successfully completes the course. Outstation students are responsible for covering costs of their travel to and from Chennai.

Placement Assistance

Our placement team will be doing outreach to several companies and employers to try and identify job opportunities for students from the center:

  • One-on-one sessions with students to assess their skills and interests.
  • Sessions with career counsellor to offer personalized career guidance, tailored to each student’s goals.
  • Providing valuable insights and awareness about different industries.
  • Offering comprehensive interview preparation and continuous support throughout the interview process.
  • Includes: Job Readiness Training, Industry Collaborations, Personalized Placement Support. 

Assistive Devices & Aids

The training lab is equipped with essential assistive devices such as laptops, screen readers (NVDA, JAWS), magnifiers, and Braille devices.

Assistive Aids and Devices in Display Cabinet

The following assistive devices and aids are displayed in the devices cabinet.

Electronic Assistive Devices:

  • Portable digital magnifier (PDM)
  • Smart Vision Glasses (SVG) – Artificial intelligence powered AI glasses 
  • Smart Vision Glasses PRO (SVG PRO)
  • AURA vision glasses – Augmented Reality powered glasses.
  • Smart canes – Tactile vibration device.

Optical Magnification Devices:

  •  Prismatic spectacle 
  •  Aspheric spectacle 
  •  Clip on monocular telescope over spectacles.
  •  Handheld monocular telescope 
  •  Cut-away stand magnifier
  •  Neck support magnifier 
  •  CCTV Mouse camera 
  •  Hand-held magnifier
  •  Jewelers Loupe magnifier
  •  Desktop magnifier 
  •  Max TV – telescope for tv viewing 
  •  Dome magnifier 
  •  Telescope

Other Assistive Devices:

  • Reading stand 
  • Reading lamp
  • No IR filter – amber shade – glare control device
  • Reading guide
  • Signature guide 
  • Felt tipped pen
  • Soft lead pencil 
  • Needle threader 
  • Notex – Tactile currency identifier 
  • Large print keyboard sticker 
  • Vision stimulation chart

Directions

Located an hour’s drive from Chennai, easily accessible by public and private transport. 

A Digital Accessibility Testing Testimonial | Nibin Mathews

Nibin Mathews’ journey is a testament to resilience and determination. Despite facing

significant visual impairment challenges since birth, Nibin pursued education with unwavering determination. Losing sight in one eye due to a cricket ball stroke in 6th grade and later losing vision in the other eye to glaucoma didn’t deter him. He completed his Bachelor’s in English and even secured a job with Indian Railways. Yet, his thirst for knowledge led him to pursue computer programming, which he found through Vision-Aid. With their specialized training, he mastered coding and digital accessibility testing. With their financial support, he pursued a Master’s degree. Now, as the Accessibility Lead at Bosch Global Software Technologies, he’s excelling professionally. But Nibin’s achievements don’t stop there; he’s also an international tennis champion and a skilled violinist. He attributes much of his success to Vision-Aid, acknowledging their pivotal role in his journey. His story is not just one of personal triumph but also a testament to the impact of support systems in overcoming challenges and inspiring others.

A Job Coaching for Banking and other exams Testimonial | Gautam Gulati

Meet Gautam, a remarkable individual based in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, whose life story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of organizations like Vision-Aid India.

Gautam’s life commenced with the diagnosis of Retinist Pigmentosa. Despite experiencing a 40% loss of sight, he persevered through attending a regular school, successfully completing his education and earning a B Com degree. His world took an unexpected turn after graduation, when, he had the major sight loss. Faced with the challenges of navigating everyday activities like driving, reading, writing print, and mobility etc. Yet, rather than allowing these obstacles to define him, he chose a path of resilience and determination. Undeterred by his circumstances, Gautam turned to technology, becoming dependent on tools designed for visually impaired individuals, including screen readers. His quest for independence led him to explore new technologies with the support of various NGOs. Through his social networks, Gautam discovered Vision-Aid India, an organization dedicated to empowering the visually impaired. Recognizing the potential for growth, he enrolled in Vision-Aid’s IBPS banking crash course, specifically tailored for visually impaired individuals, in April 2022.

Determined to enhance his skills further, Gautam pursued an additional course in mobile technology. This commitment to personal and professional growth showcased his unwavering spirit and determination.

Armed with newfound knowledge, Gautam faced the Bank of India Credit Officer exam after completing the IBPS crash course. His hard work, coupled with the right guidance from Vision-Aid, resulted in success. In 2023, Gautam proudly joined Bank of India as a Credit Officer, marking a significant milestone in his journey.

Gautam attributes his success and newfound independence to Vision-Aid India. With deep gratitude, he acknowledges the organization’s role in providing IBPS coaching and shaping his path towards independence.

A Python Testimonial

Tejas

Tejas, born with visual impairment in Mumbai, pursued his education at a Blind School. After school, he graduated from St. Xavier’s College in 2007. His quest for technology education led him to NIIT Bangalore, but job challenges followed. He worked as an HR Recruiter at Thomson Reuters but continued his search for software engineering opportunities. Tejas found his path at Vision-Aid India, where he gained certifications in JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Python, and Digital Accessibility Testing. Vision-Aid then helped him secure a role as an Associate Software Engineer at Pristine InfoTech Inc. He’s deeply grateful to Vision-Aid for enabling visually impaired individuals to learn software languages and work independently as software engineers.

Bindhu Sri

Meet Bindu, from Hyderabad. Who began her life with the gift of perfect vision? She embarked on her educational journey in a conventional school, but at the tender age of 9, her world dimmed as Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) impacted her sight. Loosing major of her vision with lot of challenges she still could complete her graduate degree in 2020 and her post-graduate degree in 2022. Being interested to pursue her career in computer programming she discovered Vision-Aid India, a beacon of hope and opportunity. Enrolling in their online certification programs, Bindu successfully completed both Python and SQL languages. Armed with these newfound skills, she opened doors to her career, securing a position as a Data Engineer at RX Data Science, a renowned company.

“All of this was made possible through the invaluable support and guidance provided by Vision-Aid India” She Says.

A HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ARIA Fundamentals for Accessible Web Development Testimonial

Tejas

Tejas, born with visual impairment in Mumbai, pursued his education at a Blind School. After school, he graduated from St. Xavier’s College in 2007. His quest for technology education led him to NIIT Bangalore, but job challenges followed. He worked as an HR Recruiter at Thomson Reuters but continued his search for software engineering opportunities. Tejas found his path at Vision-Aid India, where he gained certifications in JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Python, and Digital Accessibility Testing. Vision-Aid then helped him secure a role as an Associate Software Engineer at Pristine InfoTech Inc. He’s deeply grateful to Vision-Aid for enabling visually impaired individuals to learn software languages and work independently as software engineers.