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Free opportunities from Firjan Senai include in-person and distance learning courses with limited registration and start scheduled by August in Nova Friburgo
A new professional qualification offer was recently announced by Firjan Senai, expanding access to free training in the Serrana Region of Rio de Janeiro.
In total, 320 free spots were made available in Nova Friburgo, as announced by the institution last week.
Of this total, 200 spots will be offered at the Firjan Senai Friburgo unit, while another 120 opportunities will be concentrated at the Fashion Space.
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The classes, as informed by Firjan Senai, are scheduled to start by the month of August, covering different areas of the job market.
Distribution of courses in two units
The division of spots was organized between two structures of the institution in the city, focusing on different professional segments.
At Firjan Senai Friburgo, the courses cover industrial, technical, and technological areas, with options such as carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and programming.
Among the available training, the highlights are:
Roof structure carpenter
Confectioner
Mechanical draftsman
Construction electrician
Photovoltaic systems installer
Maintenance mechanic
CNC machining machine operator
Back-end programmer
Front-end programmer
Courses offered at the Fashion Space
At the Fashion Space, the courses are focused on creativity, communication, and industrial textile production.
In this sense, the options include:
Digital marketing assistant
Fashion assistant
Fabric bag maker
Video editor
Photographer
Sewing machine operator for industrial production in flat fabric
Teaching modalities and available shifts
The classes will be offered in in-person and distance learning (EaD) formats, expanding access for different student profiles.
Additionally, the courses will be distributed in the morning, afternoon, and evening shifts, allowing greater schedule flexibility.
Registrations follow criteria and limit of spots
Registrations for in-person courses must be made directly at the Firjan Senai units in Nova Friburgo.
The main unit is located at Rua Prefeito José Eugênio Müller, nº 220, while the Fashion Space operates at Avenida Conselheiro Július Arp, nº 85.
For EaD courses, the process occurs through specific notices of each unit, where the candidate can access the available registration link.
According to Firjan Senai, the selection process will be automatically closed once the number of spots is reached.
Requirements for participation in free courses
Candidates need to meet the criteria defined for each course, including minimum age and required education level.
Additionally, it is necessary to prove monthly family income per capita of up to 1.5 federal minimum wage, through self-declaration.
For EaD courses, it is also mandatory to have access to a computer or notebook, as part of the activities will be conducted online.
With the expansion of these free spots and the diversity of courses offered, which of these areas could represent a new professional opportunity in Nova Friburgo?
