Free Technical Courses at SENAI Open 586 Vacancies in Santa Catarina. Programs Include Meals, Recognized Certificate, and Focus on Strategic Areas of Industry
The SENAI opened 586 vacancies in free technical courses aimed at first-year high school students from the state education network of Santa Catarina. The opportunity guarantees a recognized certificate throughout Brazil and meals during classes, with selection made by the order of registration.
The initiative is part of the CaTec program from the State Secretary of Education and will start on September 8. The vacancies are distributed across nine cities, with course options that combine theory and practice to meet the growing demand of the industry in Santa Catarina.
What Are the Available Free Technical Courses at SENAI?
The programs cover strategic areas such as Construction, Multimedia, Occupational Safety, Internet Computing, Internet of Things, Systems Development, Furniture Design, and Digital Game Programming.
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Among the highlights, São José has 70 afternoon vacancies in Systems Development, while Blumenau offers a Construction course in the morning. Other included cities are Indaial, Luzerna, Palhoça, Pomerode, Rio do Sul, São Bento do Sul, and São Miguel do Oeste.
How Do the Registrations for SENAI Courses Work?
The registration process takes place in three stages. First, the student must access the official SENAI SC website and fill out the initial form. Next, it is necessary to schedule an in-person visit to the chosen unit, accompanied by a guardian.
Only after this step will the exclusive link for the final registration, along with document submission, be released. Vacancies will be filled in the order of confirmation, and if the class is full, interested parties will be placed on a waiting list. The final result will be announced on September 2 on the SENAI portal.
Why Are SENAI’s Free Technical Courses Beneficial?
In addition to being free, the courses offer practical classes in laboratories, equipped workshops, and pedagogical support. The final certificate is widely recognized by the industry and can serve as an entry point into the job market or as a differentiator for access to higher education.
Another notable point is the guarantee of meals for all students, reinforcing the program’s support for student retention. This combination of benefits makes technical training even more attractive for young people seeking qualification.
Quick Registration Guarantees More Chances for a Vacancy
As classes are defined by the order of registration, it is recommended that interested parties complete the process as soon as possible, especially in high-demand cities like São José and Blumenau. High demand can quickly fill up the vacancies.
With this measure, SENAI reinforces its strategic role in training qualified labor for the industry in Santa Catarina, expanding growth opportunities for young people at the beginning of their educational journey.
And you, do you believe that SENAI’s free technical courses can transform the future of thousands of young people? Have you participated in any training like this? Leave your opinion in the comments.

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