DCA / PDCA – Complete Course Overview

1. Introduction

• DCA (Diploma in Computer Applications): A 6–12 month basic to intermediate computer course covering computer fundamentals, MS Office, internet, and basic software skills.

• PDCA (Professional Diploma in Computer Applications): An advanced version of DCA that includes programming, web design, advanced Excel, tally/accounting, and project work.

Both are job-oriented and suitable for students, beginners, working professionals, and entrepreneurs.

2. Why Choose DCA / PDCA?

• Foundation course for any IT, office, or accounting career.

• Useful for government jobs, private jobs, and freelancing.

• Covers practical skills like MS Office, Internet, Typing, and Accounting.

• Easy to learn → No programming background required.

3. Eligibility

• Minimum: 10th Pass (12th preferred).

• Open for all streams – Arts, Commerce, Science.

• No prior computer knowledge needed.

4. Duration

• DCA (Diploma in Computer Applications): 6 Months – 1 Year

• PDCA (Professional Diploma in Computer Applications): 1 Year – 18 Months

5. Course Modules / Syllabus

🔹 Module 1: Computer Fundamentals

• Introduction to Computers & Operating Systems

• Hardware & Software Basics

• File Management (Windows/Linux)

🔹 Module 2: MS Office (Productivity Tools)

• MS Word – Document Creation, Formatting, Mail Merge

• MS Excel – Formulas, Charts, Pivot Tables, Data Analysis

• MS PowerPoint – Presentations, Animations, Templates

• MS Access (optional) – Database Management

🔹 Module 3: Internet & Digital Skills

• Internet Browsing, Email, Cloud Storage

• Social Media Basics

• Online Payments, E-commerce & Digital Safety

🔹 Module 4: Typing & Office Skills

• English & Hindi Typing Practice

• Office Record Keeping

• File & Document Management

🔹 Module 5 (Accounting – in PDCA)

• Introduction to Accounting

• TallyPrime (or Busy Software)

• GST Billing & Return Filing Basics

• Payroll & Inventory

🔹 Module 6 (Programming – in PDCA)

• C Language / Python Basics

• HTML, CSS, JavaScript (Web Designing Basics)

• Database (SQL Basics)

🔹 Module 7: Advanced Modules (for PDCA)

• Advanced Excel with Automation

• Photoshop / CorelDRAW (Basic Designing)

• Introduction to Digital Marketing

• Project Work & Case Studies

6. Skills Students Will Gain

✅ Typing & Computer Operations
✅ MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
✅ Internet & Email Handling
✅ Digital Communication Skills
✅ Tally & GST Accounting (for PDCA)
✅ Programming & Web Designing Basics (for PDCA)
✅ Graphic Designing Basics (for PDCA)

7. Career Opportunities

After completing DCA / PDCA, students can work as:

• Office Assistant / Data Entry Operator

• Computer Operator

• MIS Executive

• Accountant (with Tally)

• Junior Programmer (with PDCA)

• Web Designer (with PDCA)

• Freelancer (Typing, Projects, Accounting, etc.)

8. Average Salary

• DCA Fresher: ₹10,000 – ₹15,000/month

• PDCA Fresher: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000/month

• Experienced (with accounting/web skills): ₹25,000 – ₹40,000/month

• Freelancer: ₹20,000 – ₹60,000+/month (depends on projects)

9. Industries Hiring

• Government Offices

• Private Companies

• Schools & Colleges (Clerical/Office Work)

• Banks & Financial Institutions

• CA/Accounting Firms

• IT & Software Companies (PDCA students)

10. Certification

• Diploma in Computer Applications (DCA) – For beginners

• Professional Diploma in Computer Applications (PDCA) – Advanced with Accounting, Web, and Programming

• Project-based Practical Certificate

✨ We can brand it like:

• “DCA – Learn the Basics of Computers, MS Office, and Internet”

• “PDCA – Professional Diploma with Accounting, Programming, and Web Skills”