Karachi: Ziauddin University (ZU) Department of Clinical Psychology has taken initiative to sign third accord with Karachi Vocational Training Centre (KVTC).

Signing of accord between two organisations aims to increase opportunities for internships and in-depth experience in field for Department of Clinical Psychology students. “Giving students new opportunities is always our top priority and I feel that giving them will help their learning in future,” said Dr. Shehla Sidiki, Dean Faculty of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences Ziauddin University. Taking students’ benefits in mind Ms. Sana Ayaaz Principal of Karachi Vocational Training Centre said, “As KVTC works for skill development and other programmes, it will provide opportunities for psychology students to participate in internships and get experience in field”

Karachi Vocational Training Centre has received certification from Pakistan Centre of Philanthropy as a free vocational rehabilitation facility for people with intellectual disabilities. A unique combination of Functional Academics, Vocational Skills Training, Sports Programs and All Therapies is used in KVTC’s rehabilitation programme. It places a focus on developing recipients’ skills through vocational training (STEVTA Certified), which ultimately leads to job prospects.

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 06 2022

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