Secure Your Free Spot in Firjan SENAI Technical Courses. Practical and Modern Classes to Transform Your Career. Enroll Now!
Firjan SENAI announced the offer of 3,840 spots for free technical courses at the high school level throughout the state of Rio de Janeiro. The qualification opportunities cover various areas, such as Information Technology, Automation and Mechatronics, Electro-electronics, Automotive, Metalworking, Logistics, Management, Clothing, Oil and Gas, Graphic, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Print and Digital Media, and Occupational Safety.
Free Technical Courses to Meet the Demand for Qualification
According to Edson Melo, manager of Professional Education at Firjan SENAI, free technical courses are essential to meet the growing demand for qualified professionals in the market. He explains: “Firjan SENAI courses offer an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter or stand out in the job market.
With updated content, modern laboratories, and a qualified technical team, we contribute directly to the socioeconomic development of the regions in the state of Rio.”
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Institute calls for 100% free and online courses in IT and computing with over 35 options, free certificate, and workloads of up to 200 hours after research reveals that 98% of companies face difficulty hiring qualified professionals.
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Senac and Senai offer courses with scholarships of up to R$ 1,500 in areas such as sales, cashier operator, electrical, welding, CNC lathe, construction, telemarketing, and reception.
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100% Free Online Mechanics Course with a R$ 1,400 Scholarship at the Federal Institute: In partnership with XCMG, IF calls for those interested in a technical course that includes a signed employment contract under an apprenticeship regime.
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Petrobras will pay for you to take a course: in partnership with Senai, there are 2,000 free spots with assistance of up to R$ 858 per month and a certificate recognized by the MEC in industrial areas with high demand in Brazil until 2026.
Course Structure
The free qualification technical courses offered by Firjan SENAI are structured to maximize practical learning. About 80% of the course load will be conducted in person, while the remaining 20% will be dedicated to self-study. Classes will begin on February 17th. Interested individuals must meet the requirements of each course, such as minimum age, education, and prove a gross monthly family income per capita of up to 1.5 times the federal minimum wage.
Selection Process and Schedule
The selection process includes a written exam with questions in Portuguese and Mathematics, which will be held on February 1st, 2025. Candidates will be able to check the results at the Firjan SENAI unit where they took the exam.
Check the complete schedule:
- Enrollment: until 01/31/2025
- Exam: 02/01/2025, from 10 AM to 12 PM
- Result Announcement: 02/07/2025
- Enrollment: from 02/07 to 02/12/2025
- Start of Classes: 02/17/2025
Enrollment and Additional Information
Enrollment for the free technical courses must be done in person by January 31st, with spots distributed across 23 Firjan SENAI units.
For more details about qualification courses and the selection process, interested individuals should contact the nearest Firjan SENAI unit in their region.

Fui até a unidade de santa cruz , o atendente me informou que não ah mais vagas , as vagas mal abriu já não tem mais vaga
São 40 vagas por curso e só pode se inscrever 120 pessoas para concorrer por essas vagas. Após esses 120, as inscrições se encerram. Então, quem for se inscrever, tem que se apressar. Quando eu fui fazer a minha, só havia 70 vagas para fazer a prova.
Fui hoje fazer a inscrição do meu filho e não consegui,disse que acabou as vagas.fiquei bem chateada ,anunciam as coisas vc vai e não tem