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The free technical courses are being offered by EPSA (Escola Profissionalizante Santo Agostinho), in the state of Minas Gerais
The Santo Agostinho Vocational School (EPSA) is accepting applications for free technical courses in the capital of Minas Gerais. There are the following options open: computer technician, automotive maintenance technician, electromechanical technician, administration technician. Interested parties can register until May 1st and classes will be held in the evening shift. See too: ITA is open for enrollment in free online courses in the areas of technology and programming
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Marco Silva, director of EPSA, explains that the free technical courses are of short duration (18 months), which allows the student to obtain a professional certification in a short time. The courses prepare students for the job market with classes that combine theory and practice. In addition, there is a 'Careers Program' at the school, which focuses on the human and professional development of students, through mentoring, lectures, events and workshops at the school, concludes Marco.
Necessary prerequisites for enrolling in the free technical courses offered in Minas Gerais
To enroll in the free technical courses it is necessary to have: Completed high school or 2nd grade in progress; be at least 16 years of age; pass the selection test and have a maximum per capita family income of one and a half minimum wages.
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In addition to the full scholarship, the student who passes the free technical courses in Minas Gerais will receive free teaching material, uniform and lunch. All information regarding the admission process of new students is in the public notice posted on the institution's website.
See which free technical courses are offered in Minas Gerais
Computer Technician
Subjects that will be covered in this option in the free technical courses offered in Minas Gerais: The course will train professionals to develop computer programs, following programming specifications. To use systems development environments, operating systems and databases, perform computer program testing, perform maintenance on deployed computer programs, and install and configure digital communication devices and computer programs on network equipment.
Technician in Automotive Maintenance
Subjects that will be covered in this option in the free technical courses offered in Minas Gerais: This course aims to enable the student to work in mechanical maintenance, learn about the components and operation of the vehicles' mechanical and electronic systems, carry out necessary tests and measurements, diagnose defects and wear, repair and assemble vehicles using the procedures and tools specific to these systems.
Electromechanical technician
Subjects that will be covered in this option in the free technical courses offered in Minas Gerais: The course aims to enable the student to work in the area of installation of electrical equipment, such as: motors, electrical control panels and machine tools. In addition, the student will also work in the mechanical maintenance of industrial machines, reading and interpreting electromechanical drawings and diagrams.
Administration Technician
Subjects that will be covered in this option in the free technical courses offered in Minas Gerais: This course will train mid-level technical professionals with an entrepreneurial profile, capable of planning, organizing and directing with excellence various administrative activities in the corporate environment or in the business itself.
How to enroll in open course options in Minas Gerais
For those interested in any of the free technical courses described above, just CLICK HERE to be redirected to the EPSA enrollment site.
