
Building Digital Skills for Tomorrow’s Workforce
The IT & IT-Enabled Services (IT-ITeS) sector is at the heart of India’s digital economy. From data entry to customer support, skilled professionals are in high demand across BPOs, startups, and tech-enabled businesses. At STEP, we offer foundational digital skills and employability training to prepare youth for productive roles in this ever-evolving industry.
🎯 Program Objectives
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Equip youth with essential IT and communication skills.
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Prepare candidates for job roles in BPOs, back offices, and digital service centers.
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Develop confidence in using computers, handling customers, and processing data.
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Enable youth from non-technical backgrounds to access IT-based employment.
🖥️ Courses Offered
1. Data Entry Operator
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MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Keyboarding and typing skills (accuracy & speed)
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Data processing and database entry
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Online forms and portal navigation
2. BPO / Customer Care Executive
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Voice and non-voice communication
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Handling customer queries via phone/email/chat
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Call handling etiquette and CRM software basics
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Stress and time management
3. IT Support Assistant (Basic Level)
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Operating systems and basic troubleshooting
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Email configuration, printing, and file management
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Internet safety and cyber hygiene
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Hardware identification and usage
🧠 Key Skills Taught
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Basic computer literacy
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Communication and soft skills (English + local language)
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Customer handling and process flow understanding
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Typing accuracy and documentation
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Professional conduct in a tech work environment
🏫 Training Format
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Duration: 2 to 3 months
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Mode: Classroom + Lab-based practicals
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Medium: English + Regional language support
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Certification: NSDC / IT-ITeS Sector Skill Council (NASSCOM SSC) or equivalent
🤝 Placement Opportunities
Trainees are placed in:
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Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) firms
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Customer service call centers
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IT Helpdesk companies
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Retail and telecom back-offices
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Small businesses requiring digital operators
Sample Recruiters:
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ACT Fibernet
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Local BPO companies
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Educational and healthcare institutions
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Startups in need of digital support staff
✨ Unique Features
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English communication training
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Typing test preparation
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Mock interviews with call scripts
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Exposure to industry software (CRM, MS Excel)
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Flexible for candidates from non-IT backgrounds
📍 Available Locations
IT-ITeS programs are conducted at STEP centers in:
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Telangana
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Andhra Pradesh
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Kerala
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Jharkhand