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MEC Opens Registrations for the Professional Master’s Degree in Inclusive Education, with 570 Slots Distributed in Several Regions and Support from CAPES. Aimed at Public School Teachers, PROFEI Seeks to Promote Inclusion in the Classroom.
Brazil has just opened the doors for a leap in inclusive education.
More than 500 slots have been announced for the Professional Master’s in Inclusive Education from the Ministry of Education (MEC), an opportunity aimed at transforming the lives of teachers and, consequently, millions of students across the country.
The program, primarily directed at public school educators, aligns with the quest for a more equitable school where everyone, regardless of their needs, can be included and respected in the classroom.
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Registrations for the Graduate Program in Inclusive Education (PROFEI) are officially open, as announced in Notice 02/2024.
Until November 7, interested candidates can apply to compete for one of the 570 slots, with 102 reserved for affirmative actions.
The program, recognized by the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (CAPES), unites efforts from educational institutions across the country to train a new generation of teachers capable of promoting accessible and diverse education.
How to Participate in the Master’s in Inclusive Education
To compete for a slot, the candidate must be a classroom teacher in basic education, hold a degree in teaching or an equivalent title, and be registered with the Ministry of Education (MEC).
According to the notice, this master’s program is ideal for educators already working in regular classrooms and in Special Educational Assistance (AEE), offering the opportunity to develop pedagogical techniques that integrate, rather than exclude, students with special needs.
PROFEI also broadens its focus to teachers from all over the country, with slots distributed across various regions and renowned institutions, such as federal and state universities, in addition to federal institutes.
The priority areas of action for teachers will be distributed among research lines that directly address inclusive and special education.
Research Lines of PROFEI
The master’s program offers three major research areas for participants to practically contribute to the development of inclusive methodologies and strategies:
Special Education from the Perspective of Inclusive Education: Focused on understanding the dynamics of special education in order to integrate them with inclusion practices in schools.
Technological Innovation and Assistive Technology: Explores the use of technologies and assistive tools as support for students with diverse needs, promoting the use of modern resources.
Training Practices and Processes for Educators for Inclusive Education: Analyzes and develops training processes for teachers, encouraging teaching practices that ensure accessibility and equity in the classroom.
Distribution of Slots by Institution and Region
The availability of slots in PROFEI covers all regions of the country.
For 2025, the distribution includes 468 slots for general competition and 102 slots for affirmative actions, ensuring access for self-declared black, brown, indigenous, quilombola, and disabled candidates.
See below some of the slots by region and institution:
North: UFRR (36 slots), UNIFAP (15 slots), IFAM (15 slots), UNIR (24 slots)
Northeast: UEMA (21 slots), UEPB (17 slots), UPE (21 slots), UNEAL (20 slots), among others
Center-West: UNEMAT (30 slots), UFMT (10 slots)
South-East: UNESP (40 slots), UNIFESP (19 slots), UEMG (15 slots), UNIMONTES (20 slots)
South: UEM (40 slots), UDESC (28 slots), UFS (20 slots)
How Does the Selection Process Work?
The selection process will be rigorous, according to information released by MEC.
Candidates will undergo a curriculum analysis, in addition to a written evaluation and knowledge test on inclusive education.
According to PROFEI, the proposal is to select teachers who can apply what they learn directly in their pedagogical practices, bringing innovation and commitment to inclusion in Brazilian schools.
The Importance of the Program
PROFEI aims to transform the reality of Brazilian public education, training professionals who will work directly towards a more inclusive school committed to differences.
Inclusion in education is essential for all children and adolescents to have a complete and equitable experience, developing skills and integrating socially from school.
This is an important step towards improving the country’s education system, ensuring that all students, regardless of their condition, have access to quality learning.
The PROFEI from MEC emerges as a unique opportunity for educators who wish to make a difference and carry the banner of inclusion into schools, respecting diversity and promoting collective growth.
Registrations and Deadline
Registrations for the PROFEI 2025 master’s program can be completed by November 7, 2024, through the official site https://seletivo.profei.com.br/.
The process is 100% online and has a deadline for closing until 4:59 PM on the last day, following Brasília time.
Are you a teacher interested in transforming education in Brazil? Tell us in the comments why inclusion is important to you!
Tenho pedagogia e segunda licenciatura em Educação Especial, pós em educação especial, educação inclusiva, libras,dentre outras, mas estou no cargo de monitora, passei no Estado e no município para professor de AEE, posso fazer esse mestrado?
Estou muito interessada, mas gostaria de saber, se eu for aprovada eu vou poder realizar na minha cidade? Em Santos.
Sou professora dos anos iniciais, tenho 3 licenciaturas, pedagogia, educação especial e artes. Amo o que faço, sou atuante nos anos iniciais. A minha grande preocupação é com a grande demanda de crianças com deficiências intelectuais, fico triste em não poder ajudar.