The RCI had launched a National Programme of Bridge Course from October 1998 with aim to give on time opportunity to special Teachers / Rehabilitation Workers, who had been working in the area of rehabilitation of the disabled without any formal training / recognised qualification prior to June 1993. The RCI Act 1992 was enforced by the Central Govt. from June, 1993 and thereafter every person desirous to work or started working in the field of Rehabilitation of Disabled should undergo regular training programme approved by RCI.

After achieving the target of Bridge Course in 2001, the scheme was closed.