SCERT Delhi Reopens Online Professional Development Courses for Teachers
Teachers working in government and private schools across Delhi will once again have the opportunity to enhance their professional skills through a fresh round of online training programs. The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) has announced the relaunch of several key initiatives for the current academic session, including the NISHTHA program, General Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses, and specialized nano courses.
The training programs are designed for educators from government, aided, unaided, and private institutions, as well as school principals and teacher trainers. All courses are being offered in a digital format through the DIKSHA platform, making them easily accessible for participants.
NISHTHA Program Focus Areas
Under the NISHTHA (National Initiative for School Heads’ and Teachers’ Holistic Advancement) framework, participants will engage with courses centered on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) and Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE). These programs are structured to align with the National Education Policy (NEP) and aim to strengthen teaching methodologies for early-grade classrooms.
Course materials will be available in English, Hindi, and Urdu, ensuring that educators from diverse linguistic backgrounds can participate effectively.
General CPD and Nano Course Offerings
The General CPD courses cover a broad spectrum of contemporary topics that are increasingly relevant in today’s educational landscape. Participants will receive training on:
- Cyber hygiene and social media safety practices
- Understanding and preventing cybercrime
- Digital wellness and balanced technology use
- Inclusive education strategies for diverse classrooms
- Techno-pedagogy and modern teaching approaches
- Media literacy and critical thinking skills
- Financial security awareness
- Data privacy and protection principles
- Environmental concerns such as e-waste management
- Action research methodologies
- Utilization of open educational resources
Additionally, dedicated nano courses focusing on cyberspace safety will be available for educators seeking targeted training in this critical area.
Registration and Course Completion Timeline
Interested educators must complete their enrollment on the DIKSHA portal by March 10, 2026. All course work, including video lessons, text-based study materials, and assessments, must be finished by March 15, 2026.
SCERT has emphasized that course links will expire after the designated deadline. Teachers and school heads are strongly advised to adhere to the schedule to avoid missing out on these professional development opportunities.
Significance of the Initiative
This comprehensive training initiative represents a strategic effort to strengthen the professional capabilities of educators throughout Delhi. By equipping teachers with modern pedagogical techniques and essential digital skills, the program aims to elevate the overall quality of education delivered across the capital’s school system. The flexible online format allows participants to complete courses at their own pace within the specified timeframe, making professional development more accessible than ever before.
The relaunch of these programs underscores the continued commitment to teacher development and the broader goal of fostering an enriched learning environment for students across all types of educational institutions in Delhi.
