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Students from São José dos Campos Can Now Register for the CEPHAS Entrance Exam for the Second Semester of 2025. There Are 400 Spots in Free Technical Courses Focused on Employability. Registration Costs R$ 19 and the Exam Will Take Place on June 1.
Those seeking professional qualification without spending a fortune have a great opportunity ahead. CEPHAS (Hélio Augusto de Souza Professional Education School) has opened registration for its mid-year entrance exam, offering 400 spots in free technical courses in various areas. The selection process is aimed at residents of São José dos Campos and could be the first step towards the job market.
The registration fee is R$ 19 and the deadline is May 19. The exam will take place on June 1, with questions in math, Portuguese, and general knowledge. The complete notice is available on the institution’s official website and includes all the details about the courses, requirements, and important dates.
Seven Options for Free Technical Courses with High Employability Rates
In this edition, CEPHAS will offer spots for the following free technical courses:
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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.
- Administration
- Nursing
- Electronics
- Mechanics
- Chemistry
- Building Construction
- Hospitality
All the free technical courses are in-person, with an average duration of 18 to 24 months, and take place at CEPHAS facilities in São José dos Campos. The technical training is aimed at students who have already completed or are finishing high school, with a minimum age of 16.
The choice of courses was not random. According to the institution, these are areas with high demand in the region, particularly in sectors like health, industry, civil construction, and tourism. In other words, those who graduate have good chances of securing a job in the labor market right after completing the course.
Who Can Register
To participate in the selection process, candidates must:
- Reside in São José dos Campos for at least 2 years
- Be currently attending or have already completed high school
- Be at least 16 years old by the start of classes
Registrations must be made exclusively through the website www.cephas.org.br, where the notice with all the information is also available.
How the Exam Will Be
The entrance exam will take place on June 1, 2025, starting at 9 AM. The exam will consist of objective questions in:
- Portuguese Language
- Mathematics
- General Knowledge
The content follows the programs of elementary and high school, and the performance of the candidates will determine the ranking for filling the spots in the free technical courses.
