Diploma Course(s)

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This is a two-month residential course open to teachers from Sathya Sai Schools and institutions that are in the process of adopting the Human Values curriculum developed by this Institute. Participants must stay at the Institute's campus in Dharmakshetra. They are expected to participate in all activities on campus, and must adhere to the 'Code of Conduct' for all residents in Dharmakshetra.

The course requires regular attendance at Seminars conducted by the Faculty, active participation in Group Discussion and Workshops, extensive reading of relevant literature, doing Homework Assignments, and visits to ‘adopted’ schools. Students are expected to visit the ‘adopted’ schools to observe lessons, conduct surveys/interviews and take practice lessons. Each Diploma student will be expected to submit 5 Assignments and 1 survey/independent study Report. In addition, each student will take 5 lessons in actual classroom situation. During the Course, the student is expected to make 2 presentations of 1-hour duration each on any of the syllabus topics, the presentation will include a 15-minute Question-Answer session.

The focus of the Course is not merely on increasing the participants’ academic knowledge but to enhance understanding of the philosophical foundations and methodology of the curriculum, to assist them to live up to the values professed, and to promote their practical teaching capability. The learning material will broadly cover various areas of knowledge from diverse sources but they will be mainly supported by the philosophy of Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s Integral Education.

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Advanced Diploma

An Advanced Diploma Course of the duration of two Semesters (2 months after the Diploma Course) provides in-depth study of Values Education in the context of national perspectives in education. It would be of special interest to those who intend to set up Sathya Sai schools with emphasis on Values education. Additional topics covered for the Advanced Diploma are marked with an asterisk (*) in the syllabus.

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Course Full Details

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the Diploma Course are a University degree, professional qualification and a committed interest in school education. Those already teaching in a school which has ‘adopted’ the curriculum of Sri Sathya Sai Education in Human Values will be given preference. Those who possess special talent in Computer Graphics, Communication or Management will have an advantage. On completion of a satisfactory course of study, the Diploma is awarded on recommendation of the Executive Council of the Institute.

Course Fees

There is no Tuition Fee but students have to meet their own boarding and lodging expenses. A one-time charge of Rs.5000/- will be taken for the 2-month course. Simple dormitory-type accommodation is provided, separate for ladies and gents; Simple vegetarian meals will be served. In addition, participants have to pay for travel and sundry expenses, as well as purchase of books and reading material.

Admission

The Institute reserves the rights to select the candidates for the course based on the criteria and eligibility and other directives of the Institute Council. The course enrolment is limited to 12 participants only. All candidates selected for the course will be intimated by post or email about the reporting times and other details. Those that cannot be accommodated in one batch will automatically be transferred to the next batch subject to suitability to the candidate.

All candidates will have to confirm their seat in writing either by email or registered post in order to ensure that the seat is does not remain vacant. No admission will be accepted 15 days prior to the start of a particular course date. There is no formal dress code but participants are expected to wear respectable clothes.

Getting Here / Directions

The eligibility criteria for the Diploma Course are a University degree, a professional qualification and a committed interest in school education. Those already teaching in a school which has ‘adopted’ the curriculum of Sri Sathya Sai Education in Human Values will be given preference. Those who possess special talent in Computer Graphics, Communication or Management will have an advantage. On completion of a satisfactory course of study, the Diploma is awarded on recommendation of the Executive Council of the Institute.

Additional Information

Dharmakshetra is a 20-minute drive from Mumbai's Domestic Airport. The 'auto-rickshaw' fare is about Rs. 50. Outstation participants may alight at 'Kurla Terminus' or 'Dadar Junction', depending upon train route; only Taxis are available at Dadar and the fare will be about Rs. 200.

The nearest local Railway Station is 'Andheri' and one exit to the East side of the platform. From the Railway Station you may travel either by auto-rickshaw or by taxi; auto-rickshaw fare is about Rs. 24. Alternatively, you can travel by Bus Route No. 333 which plies from Andheri East Station to Dharmakshetra at about 20-minute intervals. The ride from Andheri Station to Dharmakshetra takes 20-30 minutes. Dharmakshetra is popularly known in this locality as the ‘Sai Baba Temple.’

Course Commencement Dates

Courses held twice a year in the Month of May and September for 45 Days. for exact date, Please Contact us.

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Course Contents

Course Contents are listed on this page.

Application Form For Diploma Course

The application form for the diploma course is available at our office in Dharmakshetra, Mumbai. An electronic, print-ready version is also available at the folowing link :

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Prospectus

The prospectus for the diploma course is available at our office in Dharmakshetra for Rs.100 (inclusive of Mailing charges in India), Mumbai. An electronic, print-ready version is also available at the folowing link :

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