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A room full of computers, and a boy who loved his iPad
The ACE Lab was built in memory of Aaryaman. He loved his iPad — and that gave his family an idea: if a screen could open the world for one child, it could open it for many.
This is our computer room.
It is named after a boy called Aaryaman.
He loved his iPad.
Now many people learn here.
In short
- Started April 2015 with eight computers
- Set up by the Singh family and Dr. Nilima Sabharwal
- Job courses, school subjects and computer skills
- Students with and without disabilities in the same batch
- Also used by our staff, D.Ed. trainees and AICTE students
What we teach
Everyone starts somewhere. Some learners arrive having never used a mouse; others are ready for design software on day one. There is a place for both, and a path from one to the other.
You can start at the beginning.
Or you can start further along.
We will find the right place for you.
Job courses
Domestic Data Entry Operator
Keyboard skills, accurate data capture, MS Word, Excel formulas and PowerPoint, file handling and basic office software. Graduates are working in a stationery mart, in family businesses and as computer assistants, and some have gone on to sit government Data Entry Operator examinations.
You learn to type on a computer.
You learn Excel and Word.
You can work in an office.
Domestic IT Help Desk Attendant
Handling IT service requests and incidents, logging and tracking tickets, managing your own work to meet requirements, and maintaining a healthy, safe and secure working environment. Tanya Bhutani completed this course and now manages the Manovikas help desk independently.
You learn to help people with computers.
You learn to answer questions.
You can work at a help desk.
Multimedia & Design
Three modules at the Aaryaman Centre of Excellence (ACE) Lab. Adobe Photoshop for image editing, manipulation and photo retouching. CorelDraw for vector work, from logos through to technical illustration. Stop Motion Animation: choosing subjects and equipment, capturing from a video device, importing pictures and audio, and saving and sharing finished films. The lab was founded in April 2015 by the Singh family and Dr. Nilima Sabharwal in memory of Aaryaman.
You learn to make pictures on a computer.
You learn Photoshop and CorelDraw.
You can make videos too.
School subjects and computer skills
Digital Learning & Communication (Level A)
Computer activities, rhymes and songs that help with speech, recognising words and communication.
We use the computer to help you talk.
We use songs and rhymes.
We go slowly.
Academic & Digital Fluency (Levels B and C)
School subjects alongside keyboarding, mouse control and getting comfortable with a computer through games and activities.
You learn school subjects.
You learn to use a keyboard and mouse.
You learn with games.
Class 10 Equivalency (NIOS)
Complete Class 10 through the NIOS syllabus, with the digital skills needed for further study.
You can finish Class 10.
You study the NIOS course.
You also learn computers.
Class 12 Equivalency (NIOS)
Complete Senior Secondary through the NIOS syllabus, with the academic and digital skills for what comes next.
You can finish Class 12.
You study the NIOS course.
Then you can study more or work.
Foundational Computer Education
Keyboarding, Microsoft Office and safe internet use. Open to learners from Class 3 through to college level.
You learn to use a computer.
You learn Word and Excel.
You learn to be safe online.
Life and soft skills
Technical skill gets someone to the interview. Everything else decides whether they stay. So every course here carries communication, workplace manners and personality development alongside the software — plus interview practice and handling money.
We also teach you how to talk to people.
How to behave at work.
How to do an interview.
How to look after your money.
Also taught here
- Communication and listening
- Workplace manners
- Personality development
- Interview practice
- Handling money
Fees & admission
We will talk about fees when you come and meet us. Some families pay nothing. Please contact our OPD desk and we will explain everything. There are no hidden charges.
We will talk about money with you.
Call us or send a message.
Some families pay nothing.
Come and see the lab
You can visit us.
Call us or send a message.
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Other programmes
Think College @ MIHE
Inclusive higher education for people with IDD — and Equal Opportunity Cell support for colleges.
D.Ed. Special Education (IDD)
RCI-approved 2-year diploma. Train as a special educator.
Vocational Skills & Livelihood
SCPwD and NIOS-accredited skill training, work readiness and placement.
Rehabilitation Services (OPD)
Assessment and therapy — psychology, speech, occupational therapy, special education.
Scholarships and Financial Support
Help with fees, books and equipment. Free help claiming Government scholarships. Open all year.
