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Fiocruz Offers 280 Places for a Free Distance Learning Specialization Course Covering Seven Brazilian States. With Enrollment Open Until January 8, 2025, the Program Promises to Train Professionals to Lead Educational Processes in Health and Education.
The chance to change the course of your career is closer than you think.
The Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) has just announced the extension of the enrollment deadline for its free specialization offered in seven Brazilian states.
An opportunity that combines quality education and inclusion, but which requires promptness, as enrollment will close in January 2025.
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The initiative, promoted by the Sergio Arouca National School of Public Health (ENSP), offers 280 places distributed across various centers.
The course, titled “Permanent Education: Health and Education from an Integrative Perspective,” is taught in a Distance Learning (EAD) format and aims primarily to train skilled professionals to act strategically in the fields of health and education.
How the Course Works
Targeted at health and education professionals, the program aims to promote critical thinking and the implementation of effective strategies.
Fiocruz, in partnership with the Open University of Brazil (UAB/MEC), ensures an experience that combines theoretical references and practical applications.
The available places are located in the following centers:
- Alto Paraíso, Goiás: 35 places
- Barras, Piauí: 35 places
- Canguçu, Rio Grande do Sul: 35 places
- Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná: 35 places
- Jardim Esmeralda, São Paulo: 70 places
- Orós, Ceará: 35 places
- Sabará, Minas Gerais: 35 places
This distribution aims to cover different regions of the country, promoting equal access to training opportunities.
Additionally, the EAD format allows participants to balance their studies with other responsibilities, further expanding the program’s reach.
Selection Process
To ensure transparency and select the best candidates, the selection will be based on the Curriculum Vitae and a Letter of Intent. The scoring criteria are divided as follows:
- Relevant Experiences: up to 4 points
- Letter of Intent: up to 6 points
Candidates need to score at least 6 points to qualify. In case of a tie, other factors will be analyzed, such as experience in public service, length of service, and age.
According to Fiocruz, this process is essential to identify professionals who will genuinely benefit from the training and can apply the knowledge gained in their professional practices.
The requirement for a Letter of Intent also encourages candidates to reflect on their motivations and objectives when entering the course.
What You Will Learn
The course proposal aims to transform professionals into qualified agents to lead continuous educational processes in the fields of health and education.
There is a focus on developing strategic skills and promoting permanent and integrative education.
Among the main topics covered in the course are:
- Teaching-Learning Strategies in Health and Education;
- Methodologies for Permanent Education;
- Planning and Management of Educational Projects;
- Application of Theoretical References in Professional Practice.
According to ENSP, the course also encourages the exchange of experiences among participants, creating a collaborative learning environment.
This approach seeks not only to train students but also to foster networks of professionals engaged in the continuous improvement of public services.
Impact on Career
Participating in this free specialization can be a game-changer in your professional journey.
The training offered by Fiocruz is nationally recognized and adds a significant differential to the participants’ resumes.
According to reports from students from previous editions, the specialization has contributed to career advancement, with many professionals reporting greater confidence and competence in performing their duties.
Additionally, the course is an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter leadership positions or expand their roles in the public sector.
How to Enroll in the Fiocruz Specialization
Enrollment is open until January 8, 2025, and can be done through the official Fiocruz website. To access the announcement and complete your enrollment, use the following links:
This is your chance to transform your career and contribute significantly to society. Will you miss this unmissable opportunity? Comment below on what you think of this initiative and share it with colleagues who may also benefit!
Sou de Salvador/Ba e quero uma oportunidade dessa! Inclui a gente! Tenho muito interesse nas especializações da Fiocruz
Biomedicina preciso de uma chance
Não estou conseguindo acessar o edital completo. O link abre apenas a retificação realizada. Uma dúvida, é necessário residir no Estado selecionado, uma vez que a modalidade sa formação é EAD?