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Government Early Intervention Centre (GEIC), Chennai Overview Recognizing the critical need for and importance of early intervention services for children with Intellectual Disability, the Government of Tamil Nadu initiated a project in 2007-2008 to establish one Early Intervention Centre (EIC) in each district. Madhuram Narayanan Centre (MNC) was designated by the Office of the State…

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Delhi Introduction Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Delhi, has re-launched its RCI-accredited Certificate Programme in Early Childhood Special Education Enabling Inclusion (Intellectual Disability) as of July 2024. This one-year online course is open to candidates who have completed their 10+2 education. Enhanced Curriculum To ensure the course remains…

Training Services Introduction Recognizing the urgent need for Early Intervention services in rural areas for children aged 6 years and below, the Government of Tamil Nadu established Early Intervention Centres (EICs) in each of the 32 districts across Tamil Nadu in 2008. Local NGOs were selected to implement the Early Intervention program at these centers,…

AVMVK Academy Introduction Over the past three decades, growing awareness of intellectual disabilities and developmental delays has spurred a rise in the number of early intervention institutions in India. However, the growth of special educators has not kept pace with the proliferation of these institutions. Recognizing this gap, MNC decided to address the shortage by…

Alumni Network (Samyam) Introduction The Samyam event, initiated by Madhuram Narayanan Centre in 2013, has become an annual celebration held every July. The initiative aims to foster connections among past students, present students, and new entrants to the Centre, creating a supportive forum for present and new students to interact with alumni and for the…

Pre-Vocational & Life Skills Training (Jivikam) Introduction A common question from parents in the Upanayan Early Intervention Program is, “What next?” The answer is not easy. The query highlights the importance of preparing children for mainstream integration as recognized and accepted members of society. Jivikam establishes a comprehensive pathway for children with special needs to…

Mainstreaming (Sanmargam) Introduction The ultimate goal for parents of children with special needs is to successfully integrate their children into mainstream society. Sanmargam, which means “good direction,” is dedicated to preparing these children for this transition by building on the foundational gains achieved during the early intervention program for children aged 0 to 6 years….

Real-World Experiences (Sambhavam) Introduction Sambhavam, derived from the Sanskrit word for ‘Event’, embodies our commitment to experiential learning at MNC. This innovative program is designed to enhance and reinforce the skills taught in the classroom by immersing children in daily real-life situations. Through these experiences, we aim to assist children in Learning from Real-Life Experiences –…

Nutrition (Annapoorna) Introduction At the Madhuram Narayanan Centre (MNC), we recognize that children with Intellectual Disability (ID) often have additional disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, Down Syndrome and Epilepsy. These compounding disabilities can significantly impact their feeding abilities, including sucking, biting, chewing and swallowing of food, leading to reduced food…

Early Intervention Program (Upanayan) Introduction Upanayan is MNC’s flagship program designed to support the management and training of children with developmental delays and Intellectual Disability. Developed specifically for the Indian socio-economic context, this program recognizes each child’s unique strengths and needs. With support and guidance from MNC experts, mothers take on a crucial role as…