Ministry of Education (MEC) opens registration for 100% free distance learning course in the area of ​​Education; see how to register

The MEC has just released 100% free online courses for educators! With official certification, total flexibility and no cost, this is the perfect opportunity to boost your resume without leaving home. Places are limited and registration is now open.

If you are an education professional or student and are looking for a unique opportunity to improve your knowledge at no cost, it is time to take advantage of the chance that the Ministry of Education (MEC): is offering!

The MEC has just opened registration for four free and 100% online courses, with an official certificate and total flexibility for the student.

Available on the renowned AVAMEC platform, these training courses are an excellent opportunity to enrich your resume and stand out in the Brazilian educational scene.

The MEC initiative, in partnership with the Federal Institute of Rio Grande do Sul (IFRS), offers training in fundamental areas of education.

Entries are totally free and courses can be taken remotely, without the need to leave home.

Free MEC courses: what you need to know to sign up

The MEC provides four course options, all with 30 hours of workload, which can be completed within a maximum period of 31 July 2025.

The methodology adopted is no tutoring, which allows students to organize their studies according to their personal or professional routine.

Contents aimed at continuing education of educators, with recognized certification.

These courses are ideal for those who want to expand knowledge in the educational field and seek new career opportunities.

Each course has a specific target audience, but they all have in common the following: gratuity, content quality and flexibility of distance learning.

Education, Society and Work

If you want to understand more about the social and economic impacts on education, the course “Education, Society and Work” is the right choice.

It addresses crucial topics such as sociology, capitalism, educational reforms and the relationship between education and the labor market.

Audience: Students and education professionals
Workload: 30 hours
Certification: Can be obtained from just 4 days after registration
Course completion: Up until 31/07/2025
Free registration: Click here

This course has three modules which will allow participants to gain an in-depth understanding of how education is interconnected with transformations in the world of work.

Ideal for those seeking to understand the social and political bases of education in Brazil.

Educators and Learners: Historical Times

Focused on the relationship between education and history, this course covers different historical periods, from the Republic to the present day, analyzing how education has been shaped over time.

Audience: Teachers in general and undergraduate students
Workload: 30 hours
Certification: Requires a minimum period of 5 days for conclusion
Course completion: Up until 31/07/2025
Free registration: Click here

This course has three modules and is an excellent opportunity to teachers and future educators who wish to broaden their critical vision of the role of education throughout history, from the formation of the State to the present day.

Educational Space: understanding school as a learning space

The “Educational Space” course is dedicated to the study of the school environment, addressing the evolution of the educational space and the transformations in the school building over time.

This content is essential for those who work directly in school maintenance or in the management of educational spaces.

Audience: School maintenance professionals and the educational community in general
Workload: 30 hours
Certification: Requires 5 days of minimum study to obtain the certificate
Course completion: Up until 31/07/2025
Free registration: Click here

This three-module course provides a comprehensive overview of the role of the school as a learning space, allowing participants to understand how the physical environment influences the quality of education.

Meaningful Learning: new concepts for educators

The “Meaningful Learning” course is aimed at those who wish to deepen your knowledge of theoretical approaches and learning practices, with an emphasis on meaningful education and teaching methods that value real and lasting learning.

Audience: Undergraduate students and education professionals
Workload: 30 hours
Certification: Need 5 days of minimum study for certification
Course completion: Up until 31/07/2025
Free registration: Click here

This course covers three essential modules for those seeking to understand and apply the latest theories on learning and innovative educational methods.

Requirements to participate in MEC courses

To register and secure your place in MEC courses, interested parties must meet the following requirements: prerequisites:

• Tue reading comprehension in Portuguese.
• obtain equipment with audio and video capabilities to follow the classes.
• Being inside the specified target audience for each course.

How to register and secure your place

The registration process is simple and can be done directly on the platform AVAMEC, free.

Vacancies are limited, therefore, it is important to guarantee your registration as soon as possible.

The selection process is done in order of registration, as long as the candidate meets the basic requirements for the chosen course.

The courses are 100% free, with flexibility for participants to organize themselves according to their routine and deadline until July 31, 2025 for completion.

Don't let this unique opportunity for professional qualification pass. Secure your place and have access to official MEC certification, at no cost!