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— Kanwar Ashwani Singh A The US government is
wooing Indian teachers big time to meet the shortfall of
educationists for their `No Child Left Behind’ policy, which makes
schooling compulsory for all children in the US. After Indian IT
professionals and nurses, it is time for teachers to make a beeline
for greener pastures abroad. Indian teachers are in demand primarily
because they come cheap when compared to the salaries paid to their
US counterparts. You need to get your teaching license after
clearing the Praxis exam that states use as part of their teaching
licensing certification process. Praxis I measures basic academic
skills; Praxis II measures general and subject-specific knowledge
and teaching skills; and Praxis III assesses classroom performance.
Details: www.ets.org. However, there is a catch: the American
education sector does not have a systematic mechanism for the
immigration of teachers. Educators are ‘imported’ from India on
J1 visas, which expire after three years. Thereafter, you must
return to India for two years. Only dedicated and hardworking
candidates are invited for another 3 year teaching stint in the US.
However, there is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
Compared with the approx. Rs. 2 lakh p.a. salary at a Kendriya
Vidyalaya in India, experienced teachers can earn between $ 36,000 -
45,000 p.a. And, of course, there are perks like the dollar-rupee
conversion rate, not to mention the value addition to your CV as
well as the authorities going out of their way to make you feel
comfortable. Teachers are also being lured by the coveted H-1B
visas. The US Immigration and Naturalisation Service (INS) now
recognises teachers as specialist workers, on a par with the techies. Faced
with an acute shortage of teachers, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has
launched a Global Educators Outreach (GEO) programme, inviting
applications from teachers around the world. (www.cps-humanresources.org) Since
you have 5 years teaching experience in a govt/ pvt school in
Secondary Math/ Elementary Education, you could also look at the VIF
(Visiting International Faculty Programme), which also places
teachers in the USA (Round-trip fare, benefits, competitive salary
and orientation). Apply online: www.vifprogram.com. The New
York-based Teachers Placement Group (TPG) charges Rs. 3.5 lakh for
the entire processing, including airfares, visa fees and relocation
and training charges. (www.teachersplacement.com). Animation avenues — Pratham A You could check out the following courses:
The better ones are typically of at least 2 years’ duration.
C-DAC
(www.cdac.in) multi-location, A-34, Indl Area, Phase-VIII, SAS
Nagar, Mohali-160071www.cedtimohali.org Escotoonz, Escosoft
Technologies Ltd, Faridabad-121006. www.escotoonz.com Apeejay
Institute of Design, New Delhi (affl to GNDU, Amritsar) offers a
Bachelor’s in Multimedia, (Also Bachelor in Design/Fine Arts). (www.apeejay.edu) Aptech
University (through Arena Multimedia Centres (www.arena-multimedia.com),
(www.aptechuniversity.ac.in) (D/o Distance Learning, multi-location) Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (Extn Centres: Noida – 40
seats) (www.bitnoida.net) B.Sc in Animation & Multimedia Global
Institute of Convergence, Noida (UP). globalicon@rediffmail.com /
globalicon@indiatimes.com Gecko Animation, Delhi (www.geckoindia.com) Maya Adademy of Advanced Cinematics (multi-location)
www.maacindia.com Rtoonz Academy of Animation & Illustration,
www.rtoonz.com AE Technology College, New Delhi (www.saeindia.net).
As these are fairly expensive courses, do check them out thoroughly
before enrolling. Joining the men in khaki Q I am a student of BA
II at DAV College in Chandigarh. I am really inspired to become an
IPS officer. But I do not know from where to start. Which exam will
I have to take for the IPS? Please guide. — Razdeep Singh Brar A
The Indian Police Service (IPS) is one of three all-India services
of the Government of India. The other two are the Indian
Administrative Service (IAS) and the Indian Forest Service (IFS).
The members of the IPS are primarily responsible for managing the
policing functions of the states and the Central Government. These
officers deal with all the matters pertaining to the Internal
Security of India. The IPS specialises in all security-related
issues. You could choose from either of the two routes available to
you after your graduation. To become a Sub-Inspector (in the
non-gazetted cadre in BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP & SSB), you have to
take the Central Police Organisations Exam conducted by the Staff
Selection Commission (SSC) which consists of a written exam and
interview. Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree, NCC B/ C certificate
preferred. The age limit is 20-25 years. Generally to qualify for
all police jobs, you need to be physically fit and meet certain
physical standards (i.e. minimum height of 170 cm (157 cm for women
candidates) and chest expansion of 85 cm, 80 cm unexpanded for men).
Eyesight: Minimum distance vision should be 6/6 and 6/9 in two
eyes without correction plus accurate colour vision. You should not
have knock knees, flat foot, varicose vein or a squint in eyes. SIs
are initially posted at police stations as investigating officers in
charge of intelligence gathering, maintaining law and order and on
VIP duty. If you are a degree holder and keen on becoming a
gazetted police officer, you need to take the Civil Services
Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
and join the Indian Police Service (IPS). The age requirement is
21-30 years (On August 1 in the year of the exam). This exam
comprises three stages: Preliminary (Objective type) Exam, Main
(Written) Exam and the Interview. You have to clear all the three
stages and secure a good rank to make it to the IPS. And when you
do, don’t forget to live up to the motto: With You. For You.
Always! Alternatively, you can appear for the competitive exams
conducted by the State Public Service Commissions.aFor details, log
onto www.upsc.gov.in Scent of an opportunity Q I have been working
as a beautician for the last two years. I want to specialise in
aromatherapy or spa therapy. Is this a good option? — Arshi
Chabbra A Aromatherapy is the perfect panacea for the poor,
stressed out souls. No wonder alternate therapies like aroma, chroma
and holistic healing spas are all the rage in not only the metros
but also small towns. You already have a few years experience in
skin care, so all you need to do is supplement your skill set with a
course in aromatherapy. You will learn all about the aromatic oils
and the benefits of different fragrances for different skin types.
A spa therapist similarly must know the basics of different body
detoxifying techniques like cellulite treatment, use of hot and cold
stones, full body massage, body wraps, scrubs and
hydrotherapy. With some investment, you start your very own body
treatment centre or you can join a hotel spa, holistic health clinic
etc. Healthy choice Q I am
a graduate in B. Sc (Medical) and I want to know about
correspondence and online courses in hospital management. Please
advise. — Lovleen A At the very outset, let me warn you that
distance learning courses in hospital administration are typically
meant for experienced medical personnel. Correspondence courses,
even if available, will not land you a job unless you have related
work experience. Here’s a list of some distance learning
programmes:
IGNOU & Academy of Hospital Administration (AHA).
Course: PG Diploma in Hospital & Health Mgt (1-year, Corresp).
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in medicine, dentistry, nursing,
pharmacy, and other related health areas with 2-5 yr hospital
expeience. Forms available at IGNOU Regional centres. Indian
Hospital Association, Sarita Vihar, Delhi. Course: Diploma in
Hospital Mgt (Correspondence). National Institute of Health &
Family Welfare, New Mehrauli Road, Munirka, New Delhi 110067.
Course: PG Certificate Programme in Health & Family Welfare
Management & Hospital Management (1-year, Correspondence).
Eligibility: MBBS and minimum 2 years experience in a hospital. Symbiosis
Centre of Health Care, Pune 411004. Course: PG Diploma in Hospital
& Healthcare Mgt (1-year autonomous, Online/Correspondence).
The writer is a noted career consultant
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Q I am presently
studying in Class XII (non-medical with computers). I wish to be an
expert in animation. Please tell me about the best institutes in the
field.
