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Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) extends registration for the free specialization course in Continuing Education, available in online format and with 280 places distributed across seven states.
Who has never dreamed of taking a decisive step to boost their career, without leaving home and without spending a penny?
This is the proposal that Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) is offering to health and education professionals.
A completely free online specialization course promises to transform the way you view the integration between these two fundamental sectors.
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But don't worry, there's more: the registration deadline has been extended, ensuring that you have time to participate in this initiative that could change your professional trajectory.
Free online course with extended registration
According to the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), registration for the Specialization course in Permanent Education: Health and Education from an Integrative Perspective has been extended until 8 January 2025.
This initiative is carried out by the Sérgio Arouca National School of Public Health (ENSP), in partnership with the Open University of Brazil (UAB/MEC).
The course, in the Distance Education (EAD) modality, provides 280 vacancies distributed across seven Brazilian states.
Furthermore, it seeks to train professionals to act in an integrated manner, promoting critical thinking and effective strategies at the interface between health and education.
Distribution of vacancies in Brazil
According to the course announcement, the vacancies are distributed as follows:
- Alto Paraiso, Goias: 35 vacancies
- Bars, Piauí: 35 vacancies
- Canguçu, Rio Grande do Sul: 35 vacancies
- Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná: 35 vacancies
- Emerald Garden, Sao Paulo: 70 vacancies
- Oros, Ceara: 35 vacancies
- Sabara, Minas Gerais: 35 vacancies
This geographic distribution guarantees access to professionals from different regions, promoting inclusion and diversity in the training process.
Objective of the specialization course
According to the official ENSP portal, the course's main objective is train professionals to implement the references of Continuing Education.
The idea is to train transformative agents capable of integrating health and education practices, promoting strategic and continuous actions to benefit society.
The skills worked on include:
- Critical thinking to solve challenges in the areas of health and education;
- Development of continuous educational processes;
- Implementation of strategies that enhance public policies.
Furthermore, the course seeks to strengthen ties between professionals and communities, promoting initiatives that bring positive impacts to the management of public health services and programs.
Selection process: criteria and scoring
To secure a place, interested parties must go through a selection process based on an analysis of the Curriculum Vitae and a Letter of Intent, totaling 10 points. The score will be assigned as follows:
- Relevant experiences: up to 4 points;
- Letter of intent: up to 6 points.
Candidates need to achieve at least 6 points to be classified. In the event of a tie, the tie-breaking criteria include public service affiliation, length of experience and age.
Differentiators of Fiocruz's specialization
According to experts, Fiocruz courses are recognized for their excellence and alignment with contemporary demands of society.
This course, in particular, integrates educational technology with innovative pedagogical practices, offering a complete experience for participants.
Another difference is the possibility of create professional contact networks, expanding the exchange of knowledge and experiences among participants.
This contributes to strengthening health and education practices, even after completing the course.
Why take advantage of this opportunity?
This is a unique opportunity to broaden horizons, learn from a leading institution like Fiocruz and make a difference in the field of education and health.
With the course, you not only improve your skills, but also increase your impact on society.
Professionals who participate in this specialization have greater recognition in the job market, in addition to contributing directly to the advancement of public policies in Brazil.
The course effectively combines theory and practice, ensuring solid training that is geared towards the country's real needs.
How to Apply
Applications must be made by 8 January 2025, exclusively through the official ENSP website. The link to the registration process is: EAD/ENSP Portal.
In addition, the full course notice, with all detailed information, is available for consultation: Notice 76/2024.
In my opinion, a training course would not require proof of qualifications or relevant experience.
Using the 4 pillars of UNESCO we are all capable
Learn to know
Learn to do
Learning to live together
Learn to be.
We are not in a bubble where only a few are privileged.
I would like to see the growth mindset in evidence and giving opportunities to everyone who is ready. How can we impact society?
Change starts there, think!
I agree in gender, number and degree. Congratulations!!
Opportunity for those who want to gain more knowledge