KPAMRC — Karnataka Parents Association for Mentally Retarded Citizens
TrainingProfessional training
KPAMRC trains the teachers who teach the children. Without trained special educators, no therapy centre can function. This is infrastructure for the ecosystem.
Provides Diploma in Special Education courses in Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Mental Retardation. Also runs caregiver training, library, counselling, referral services, and a residential group home.
Services
Teacher trainingCounsellingReferralResidential group homeLibrary
How this entry was verified
Accredited Diploma courses in Special Education. Established training institution.
Good to know
Training-focused. Also provides residential group home and counselling.
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