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Shortage of professionals in the technology sector is plaguing Brazil and new free UNIFOR courses are now open for registration through the AWS platform, check out the available opportunities!
The University of Fortaleza (Unifor), to combat the shortage of professionals in the Technology sector, is now accepting registrations for free courses through its partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the technology area. The vacancies are for free UNIFOR postgraduate courses (PGLS). AWS is a global leader in cloud computing services, offering robust infrastructure and advanced computing, storage, and data analysis tools.
Check out some of the free UNIFOR courses that are available below
By integrating these technologies into training, in addition to combating the shortage of professionals in the Technology sector, Unifor offers students access to cutting-edge resources that are essential for contemporary careers.
Offering these free courses expands access to quality education, allowing more people the chance to develop essential technical skills without significant financial barriers. Courses include:
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AWS Cloud Foundation 20 Hours
This introductory course is designed for students seeking a general understanding of cloud computing concepts, regardless of specific technical roles. The course provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, core AWS products, security, architecture, pricing, and support.
AWS Machine Learning 20 Hours
This introductory course introduces students to the basic concepts and terminology of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). By the end of the course, students will be able to select and apply ML services to solve business problems.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect 40 Hours
The intermediate-level course covers the fundamentals of building IT infrastructure on AWS and helps students develop the skills they need to earn the AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification.
Registration for free UNIFOR courses
Training to combat the shortage of professionals in the technology sector is offered in the distance learning (EAD) format, exclusively for undergraduate and graduate students from Unifor, with labs on the AWS Training platform. Enrollment in AWS Academy begins at the institutional level.
Once the application is accepted, the institution must accept the terms and conditions of the program, and the institution's central point of contact will assign one or more educators to teach courses at AWS Academy and propose a lesson plan. It is worth mentioning that at the end of the free UNIFOR courses, participants will receive a certificate of participation and can share the digital badge (AWS badge) on their social networks.
Meet the AWS Academy
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most widely adopted and comprehensive cloud platform, offering over 200 fully featured data centers worldwide. Millions of customers, including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and largest government agencies, use AWS to reduce costs, gain agility, and innovate faster.
Unifor's free courses to combat the shortage of professionals in the technology sector are a great opportunity for those who want to stand out in the job market. With the partnership with AWS, candidates will have access to quality content and recognized certification.
As cloud technologies continue to help organizations transform at an accelerated pace, there is a high demand for employees with the necessary cloud skills. According to LinkedIn data, cloud computing is the top skill companies need.
