The Curtiss Institute of Design Technology, part of the MJF Foundation Moratuwa Centre, proudly announces the accreditation of its Information and Communication Technology Technician (ICTT) course as NVQ Level 3 by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC). This accreditation is a testament to the Institute’s commitment to providing high-quality education and training in the field of information technology.
The ICT Technician course, conducted by the MJF Foundation’s landmark Centre in Moratuwa has successfully fulfilled all national competency standards set by TVEC. The qualification awarded in the course includes NVQ Level 2 Units (01 + 02 + 06) and NVQ Level 3 Units (01 + 02 + 03 + 04 + 05 + 06 + 10).
Since 2017, a total of 3,588 students have graduated from various ICT courses at the Curtiss Centre. Prior to that, from 2013, approximately 2,500 students benefited from their graphics training program. The recognition by TVEC adds further credibility to the Institute’s commitment to excellence in education. The Institute also extends its impact by providing IT classes for all MJF Kids under the age of 16, children with disabilities at the Rainbow Centre, and students from schools affiliated with the Cricket Live Foundation and the Empower Culinary and Hospitality School. Special training courses have also been conducted for teachers from smaller schools in the Greater Moratuwa area, addressing the digital divide.
The Curtiss Institute, named after Darron Curtiss, a key Dilmah partner and friend from New Zealand, facilitates access to e-learning. Over the past seven years, the Institute has made significant progress in increasing access to education at all levels, particularly for marginalized women and youth.
Notably, the Curtiss Institute has successfully transitioned its graduates into technology-enabled employment through partnerships with local employers and companies. The Institute collaborates closely with industry stakeholders to tailor training modules and curricula to meet the evolving needs of the job market, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for IT roles.
Courses at the Curtiss Institute range from 3 to 6 months, accommodating the needs of school leavers, and employed and part-time students. Students can choose between Information and Communication Technology Technician and Graphics courses based on their skills and interests.
The Curtiss Institute takes pride in its alumni, which includes graphic designers employed by foreign companies and IT teachers. For close to a decade the Institute has remained committed to its mission of equipping school leavers and youth with relevant IT skills, ensuring they are job-ready and capable of thriving in today’s dynamic business environment, a reflection of the philosophy of Dilmah Founder and the Settlor of the MJF Foundation, Merrill J Fernando – that business is a matter of human service.
