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Learn New Skills with Free Online (EAD) Courses from Vitru and YouTube. Dynamic and Interactive Content for You to Achieve Your Professional Qualification. Sign Up!
An unprecedented partnership between Vitru Educação, the controlling entity of Uniasselvi and UniCesumar universities, and YouTube, offers 15 free online (EAD) professional qualification courses. Launched on February 24, the courses aim to broaden access to education and equip professionals for today’s job market.
Democratization of Education and Educational Impact
According to Leandro Claro, Vice President of Market and Communication at Vitru, the initiative reinforces the company’s commitment to the democratization of education, enabling millions of Brazilians to access quality content. For YouTube, the partnership expands the educational impact of the platform. “With this initiative, people of all ages will be able to develop essential skills to achieve their goals,” said Amanda Ronconi, Strategic Partnerships Manager at the company.
Free Courses Offered
The free online (EAD) courses cover various areas, including:
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Surprising opportunity in the railway sector: MRS offers a free course for assistant train driver and shunter in Juiz de Fora with a R$ 1,600 scholarship, specialized training, and the chance to join one of the largest railway operators in Brazil.
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It’s official: IFMS opens spots in free courses on artificial intelligence, drones, and app creation, expanding technological education in 2026 and preparing students for areas with high professional demand and accelerated digital transformation.
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Senai launches an unprecedented program with Petrobras and opens 2,000 spots in free courses with recognized certification, a monthly allowance of R$ 600, and training for industrial professions that continue hiring across the country.
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Petrobras and SENAI open 480 spots in free technical courses with a scholarship of up to R$ 858, meal allowance, and training in Mechanics, Welding, Metallurgy, and Industrial Automation to meet the growing demand of the industry and the oil and gas sector.
- People Management
- Web Systems Development
- Logistics and Distribution
- Entrepreneurship
- Customer Service
- Pharmacy Assistant
Preparation for the Job Market
The offering of free online (EAD) courses follows market transformations, addressing concepts such as upskilling and reskilling, essential for professional qualification. According to Tiago Stachon, Vice President of Continuing Education at Vitru, the courses represent an accessible and innovative solution, reducing financial and logistical barriers. The initiative aims to attract Generation Z, who are connected to YouTube and accustomed to dynamic and interactive content.
Access and Certification
Each course lasts up to 12 hours, offering complementary materials and a final assessment for obtaining a completion certificate. The videos are available on the institutions’ YouTube channels at the following address: https://www.youtube.com/@uniasselvi/courses.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your resume. Acquire your professional qualification with dynamic and interactive content in high-demand areas in the market.
