Additional Skill Acquisition Programme (ASAP) ASAP is a joint initiative of General and Higher Education Departments of Govt. of Kerala, launched with an objective to impart quality skill education to undergraduate students alongside their regular curriculum. The sessions are directed towards imparting effective communication skills, language proficiency in English, and the skills required for employability and better performance at the workplace. Steady growth in the confidence, presentation and fluency level of students are discernible. Learners are also encouraged to think creatively and critically on contemporary issues and it helps in developing a high level of civic sense and values.