{"id":1246,"date":"2024-10-18T06:16:45","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T06:16:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/classicskills.in\/?page_id=1246"},"modified":"2024-10-22T10:36:49","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T10:36:49","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/classicskills.in\/?page_id=1246","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<p>                        <a href=\"#collapse-992fd0467178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-992fd0467178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-992fd0467178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            1. Who runs this Institute?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Athappan Sundaram, on behalf of their family trust, Classic Foundation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-f8e882a67178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-f8e882a67178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-f8e882a67178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            3. Who are all the members of the Trust?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Athappan Sundaram, Gnanambal Athappan, Ishwarya Athappan, Indhumathi Athappan, Balakumaran Shanmugham<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-17184ce67178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-17184ce67178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-17184ce67178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            5. What types of activities\/Programs are planned in CISD?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Personality Development and Leadership Development programs towards Character building. Language proficiency classes in Japanese and English. Winter and Summer Camp for children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-71b6fa767178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-71b6fa767178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-71b6fa767178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            7. What is the total land area? Built up area?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Land area 49 cents<br \/>Built up area 15600 sq ft.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-c6f3eeb67178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-c6f3eeb67178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-c6f3eeb67178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            9. Who is the target audience of these programs?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>School-going adolescent children beyond 10 years<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-1e3d75467178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-1e3d75467178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-1e3d75467178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            11. Is it part of National Skill Development Centre?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Process Underway<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-e4e91e967178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-e4e91e967178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-e4e91e967178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            13. If so, what are the areas of focus?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Personality Development and Leadership Development focusing on language, communication, leadership and overall confidence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-7646ef267178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-7646ef267178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-7646ef267178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            15. When is it likely to become operational?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>October 2024<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-dbc281f67178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-dbc281f67178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-dbc281f67178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            17. Who are all the faculties for these programs?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>CISD has a pool of resource persons on course-by-course basis. There is going to be individual and institutional partnerships for faculties based on course requirements.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-3b9142f67178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-3b9142f67178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-3b9142f67178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            19. What are the ongoing programs, the institute plans to have?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Currently CISD is interacting with participants who attended the Personality\/Leadership Workshop conducted by the Chairman before CISD was created.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>CISD is also engaged with a Training Need Assessment with School and College students. The action plan and program outline are evolving through consultative processes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-79a2f5767178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-79a2f5767178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-79a2f5767178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            21. What is the long-term vision of this institute \/ Trust?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>CISD will become a landmark destination in the region for Training and Development. As a certified institute recognised by the government, CISD will partner with the schools, colleges and universities. International universities will partner with CISD in future.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-e14950467178041a454e\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-e14950467178041a454e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-e14950467178041a454e\"><br \/>\n                            23. If there is going to be tie up, who are the institutions that has been identified?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Schools, Colleges, and Universities in and around Trichy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Skill Development Centres in Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India and the World gradually<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>National Skill Development Centre<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The Civil Society in Trichy who work with children and young people through Classic Foundation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-992fd0467178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-992fd0467178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-992fd0467178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            2. What is the name of the Trust?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Classic Foundation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-f8e882a67178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-f8e882a67178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-f8e882a67178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            4. What is the objective of this CISD (Classic Institute of Skills Development)?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Imparting skills beyond academics to students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-71b6fa767178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-71b6fa767178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-71b6fa767178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            6. What is unique about this building and area as a skill Institute?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The earthly terracotta finish contrasting with the greenery and aligning with the rich wood of the doors and windows, antique mosaic flooring in the Administration Block add to the warmth of CISD.<\/li>\n<li>An entry instantly gives a resort like feel.\u00a0Visitors say it feels like Kerala or Bali. Both buildings are wi-fi supported. The Athangudi tiles in the reception with the mountaineering brass wall sculpture with the antique furniture ensure a classic welcome into the Skill Block. <\/li>\n<li>There is a spacious lounge to welcome guests and interact in a relaxed manner after class. The flooring has earthly aesthetic feel. Beautiful large windows and doors with wooden frame bring ample light and fresh air into the classrooms. <\/li>\n<li>Think Big, Trust the process, Purpose-driven Passion are the lines that adorn the walls. Bamboo bridge connects both blocks and the bamboo gallery seat for the amphitheatre. The two classes with smart Thoughtful safe grip granite staircase and lift facility for elders ensure access.<\/li>\n<li>Every floor in both buildings have apt indoor\/outdoor furniture to relax and refresh. There is a Pantry facility in the Skills Block. As a skill institute, CISD provides a high-quality, healthy learning space. It is an eco-friendly deliberately non-AC facility cooled by nature surrounded by massive fruit flower trees and herbs.<\/li>\n<li>The investment for the ultimate comfort of the learning through up-to-date technology and sparkling upkeep are indicators of the high quality courses as well.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-c6f3eeb67178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-c6f3eeb67178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-c6f3eeb67178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            8. Is there any certification given?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Consultant NSDC accreditation or certification \u2013 process underway.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-5869fa167178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-5869fa167178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-5869fa167178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            10. Is there any scope for employment generation through this Skill Institute?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>CISD aims to provide training for young people to enhance their overall confidence, communication and leadership skills. This will enhance the employability of the youth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-45a895a67178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-45a895a67178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-45a895a67178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            12. What type of facilities are available in this Skill Institute?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>There are 5 wi-fi enabled classrooms out of which 2 have smart boards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>These 2 classrooms are suitable for online sessions, webinars and live sessions from any part of the globe. This guarantees the possibility of having top-notch talent and celebrities to address the children.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>There are CCTV cameras to ensure safety and security. There is scopious water \u2013 both Cauvery and Borewell water. There are fully furnished sit-outs, dining areas and meeting halls on all the floors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-be8e0d467178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-be8e0d467178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-be8e0d467178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            14. Who is going to head this institute?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dr. M. Bhuvaneswari joined CISD as Director in October 2024. She has 28 years\u2019 experience working with children and young people. <\/li>\n<li>Grassroot Action, Research, Capacity Building, Advocacy, Teaching and Independent Consultancy. She has taught in the Sociology and Social Work Department of Stella Maris College and has worked with organisations like Save the Children and Unicef. <\/li>\n<li>She was consultant with government and non-governmental organisations. She is a gifted writer in Tamil and English. <\/li>\n<li>Trustworthy and simple leader with dedication and pragmatism. With UGC JRF Award, she completed PhD in Child-friendly schools from Loyola College and was topper in PG Social Work and UG Sociology from Stella Maris College.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-c80b14a67178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-c80b14a67178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-c80b14a67178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            16. Is there a possibility of tie up with other institutions?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>CISD will partner with schools, colleges and universities by singing MoUs. Collaboration initiatives will be made with other Corporate Skill Development Institutions, Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation and National Skill Development Centre. CISD will partner with Civil Society in Trichy through Classic Foundation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-66aa21867178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-66aa21867178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-66aa21867178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            18. Are the programs free for the students or is it going to be charged?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>CISD dreams to reach out to children and young people across all economic backgrounds. Based on the overall cost of running the program fee will be charged. In every training, based on the economic condition, some concession and scholarship will be provided in every training.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-17184ce67178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-17184ce67178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-17184ce67178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            20. How is it different from other skill institutes? What is unique about this skill institute?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>CISD believes in building individuals with character and resilience that enables them to face all challenges in life. <\/li>\n<li>Classic Institute is unique because of the nature-enriched ambience and ample outdoor space to move around and feel healthy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><br \/>\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-7d1e18b67178041a58c0\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-7d1e18b67178041a58c0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-7d1e18b67178041a58c0\"><br \/>\n                            22. Is the institute planning for regular programs or only during weekly holidays or school leave times?<br \/>\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon --><br \/>\n                                        <!-- Active Icon --><br \/>\n                                                    <\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>The institute is planning programs on regular, weekend and residential \/camp basis during long leave.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Before and After School\/College hours\u2019 programs and courses after school completion will be on regular basis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>                <!-- .elementskit-card END --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FAQs 1. Who runs this Institute? Athappan Sundaram, on behalf of their family trust, Classic Foundation 3. Who are all the members of the Trust? Athappan Sundaram, Gnanambal Athappan, Ishwarya Athappan, Indhumathi Athappan, Balakumaran Shanmugham 5. What types of activities\/Programs are planned in CISD? 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