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The MEC is offering an unmissable opportunity for those seeking qualifications in the field of education. With free places for the ProfEPT master's degree, the program aims to train professionals qualified to work in technological education. The deadline is today! Take advantage and take a decisive step in your career.
Did you know that one of the greatest opportunities to advance in your academic and professional career may be more accessible than ever?
With the extension of the application deadline for the Postgraduate and Professional Master's Program in Professional and Technological Education (ProfEPT), the Ministry of Education (MEC) is opening doors for hundreds of professionals seeking qualifications.
According to information released by the MEC, ProfEPT is one of the most recognized programs in the country in the educational sector.
- With the shortage of qualified professionals in the Transportation sector, SEST SENAT offers places on free, 100% online courses with a free certificate for professionals working in this sector.
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- FGV offers 216 free online courses (EAD) in various areas of knowledge with flexible training and a certificate of participation
- SENAC offers free technical training courses in the most promising areas of the market, such as aesthetics, nursing and more
There are 656 free vacancies, with a part exclusively destined for public servants. The registration deadline has been extended until today, January 10th, giving a new chance to those who have not yet registered.
To participate, simply access the program's official website, fill in the details and pay a fee of R$160,00. The selection process takes place through the National Access Exam (ENA).
Program structure and objectives
As announced by the MEC, ProfEPT focuses on training highly qualified professionals to work in professional and technological education.
The program is recognized by CAPES and offers an interdisciplinary approach that aims to meet the growing demand for continuing education in Brazil.
The main objectives include:
- Strengthen professional and academic qualifications;
- Develop research aimed at integrating knowledge;
- Boost the country's socioeconomic and cultural development.
The course is offered in a blended format, which facilitates the participation of candidates from different regions.
Research lines
Interested parties can choose between two lines of research:
Educational practices in professional and technological education: focused on the development of innovative curricula and pedagogical methods.
Organization and memories of pedagogical spaces in professional and technological education: with an emphasis on how to structure and improve educational environments.
These lines aim to improve teaching practices and promote educational progress.
Vacancies distributed throughout Brazil
According to the official ProfEPT website, vacancies are distributed among several educational institutions throughout the country.
In total, 50% of the vacancies are reserved for employees of partner institutions. Some of the participating institutions include:
- CEFET-MG (Divinópolis Campus): 6 vacancies;
- IFCE (Fortaleza Campus): 8 vacancies;
- IFSP (Sertãozinho Campus): 8 vacancies;
- IFRS (Porto Alegre Campus): 11 vacancies;
- IFPR (Curitiba Campus): 11 vacancies.
These vacancies cover practically all regions of Brazil, ensuring that candidates from North to South can participate.
Who can enroll and take the master's degree?
The program is intended for any professional with a bachelor's degree, but is especially aimed at those who work or wish to work in professional and technological education.
Public servants have priority in 50% of vacancies, but they are not the only ones who benefit.
According to the published notice, it is essential that candidates are willing to participate in face-to-face activities, in addition to online classes, to fulfill the required workload.
How to apply for the MEC program
Registrations must be made exclusively through the program's official website: https://profept.ifes.edu.br/selecao/16492-ena25.
The deadline is today, January 10, 2025. In addition, the full notice is available using this link.
Candidates must complete the online form, pay the fee of R$160,00 and wait for instructions for the National Access Exam.
A chance to transform your career
ProfEPT represents a unique opportunity for professionals who wish to grow in their areas of expertise.
With a robust and nationally recognized program, participants have access to tools that will prepare them to face the challenges of modern education.
Are you going to miss this chance for free and highly prestigious qualification? Let us know in the comments: what do you expect from this academic experience?
I'm from Ilha Solteira SP. I'm a public servant. Is there no way to take classes online?
I was very frustrated due to not being able to access the registration link within the unfortunate time frame.