Taubaté Opens 2,000 Slots in Free Courses for 2026 and Expands Professional Qualification Opportunities in Brazil.
Work School Opens Enrollment for 2,000 Slots in Free Courses and Expands Professional Qualification in Brazil
The city of Taubaté has started, this week, enrollment for around 2,000 slots in free courses, offering new professional qualification opportunities for those seeking to enter or re-enter the job market in 2026.
The initiative, promoted by the Work School, an agency of the City Hall’s Education Department, covers all eight units distributed throughout the municipality, in addition, it includes Villa Santo Aleixo.
Classes begin in February and serve different student profiles, from beginners to those seeking technical improvement.
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Thus, the opening of enrollment reinforces the municipality’s commitment to increasing access to professional education, something that, in turn, has gained momentum across Brazil in light of the high demand for skilled labor.
Opportunities in All Regions of the City
With free courses spread across the Areão, Centro, Cecap, Jabuticabeiras I and II, Estiva, Sítio Santo Antônio, Alto do Cristo and Villa Santo Aleixo units, the network offers options that cater to everything from the beauty and aesthetics sector to administrative routines, languages, crafts, IT, and certifications from Senai.
The distribution of slots across different neighborhoods helps facilitate public access and democratizes professional qualification in the region.
Jabuticabeiras I: Focus on Beauty and Gastronomy
The Jabuticabeiras I unit concentrates courses mainly focused on the beauty sector—a rapidly growing area in the job market. Among the options are:
- Beginner Hairdresser
- Advanced Haircuts
- Barbering
- Makeup and Hair for Events
- Brow Designer
- Manicure and Pedicure
The schedule also includes classes on snacks, artisanal bakery, breads, cakes, and cookies, areas that continue to expand among individual entrepreneurs in Brazil and, in addition, have attracted more people interested in starting small businesses.
Thus, the offering of these courses reinforces the importance of practical qualification for those seeking new sources of income.
Jabuticabeiras II: Languages and Fashion as Entry Points to New Careers
Those looking for free language courses can find opportunities in basic German, French, English, and Italian. The unit also offers various sewing courses, such as:
- Creative Sewing
- Handbag Making
- Repairs and Alterations
- Advanced Industrial Sewing
Additionally, there are IT and Excel courses, which remain among the most sought-after skills in the job market.
Alto do Cristo: Creative Programs and Senai Certifications
Alto do Cristo combines arts and crafts, fashion, and services courses with technical training that receives Senai certification, enhancing the students’ CV weight. Highlights include:
- Fabric Painting
- Thematic Decoration
- Installer Electrician (Senai)
- Logistics Operator (Senai)
- Administrative Assistant (Senai)
Cecap and Estiva: Diversification of Areas and Technological Updates
At Cecap and Estiva, the free courses include everything from traditional areas—such as manicure, hairstyling, and crafts—to specific content for industry and technology, such as:
- Production Programmer (Senai)
- Electrical Commands
- CAD
- Autodesk Inventor
- IT for Seniors
Therefore, these programs expand professional qualification and prepare students for sectors with high demand in Brazil.
How to Enroll in Free Courses
To enroll, it is necessary to present ID, CPF, proof of address in Taubaté, voter registration, and, in some cases, proof of education.
Enrollment is in person, on a first-come, first-served basis, and must be done by the interested person, as enrollment for third parties is not allowed.
The courses will only be held when at least 70% of the offered slots are filled.
More information, along with addresses and phone numbers of the units, can be found on the official website:
https://taubate.sp.gov.br/novo/escolasdotrabalho/

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