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Unmissable Opportunity! Open Slots for Free Technical Courses at IFSC. Register Online and Start Your Professional Qualification.
The Federal Institute of Santa Catarina (IFSC) announced Edital No. 26/2025, regarding the selection process for remaining slots in Concurrent, Integrated, Subsequent, and Proeja/Technical courses. Registration is free and will be conducted exclusively online. The offered free technical courses cover continuing education and professional training in various areas.
The goal of the free technical courses is to equip students to work in the job market with high-quality technical and professional training. Professional qualification courses will be offered in both face-to-face and Youth and Adult Education (Proeja) modalities. The workload varies depending on the course, including practical activities, theoretical classes, seminars, and assessments to ensure comprehensive training.
Available Slots and Locations
The Federal Institute-IFSC offers remaining slots at various campuses across the state of Santa Catarina, as described in the edital. The free technical courses offered are:
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Surprising opportunity in the railway sector: MRS offers a free course for assistant train driver and shunter in Juiz de Fora with a R$ 1,600 scholarship, specialized training, and the chance to join one of the largest railway operators in Brazil.
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Senai launches an unprecedented program with Petrobras and opens 2,000 spots in free courses with recognized certification, a monthly allowance of R$ 600, and training for industrial professions that continue hiring across the country.
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Petrobras and SENAI open 480 spots in free technical courses with a scholarship of up to R$ 858, meal allowance, and training in Mechanics, Welding, Metallurgy, and Industrial Automation to meet the growing demand of the industry and the oil and gas sector.
- Araranguá: Fashion Production Technician, Mechanical Technician, and others.
- Caçador: Computer Technician, Electromechanical Technician.
- Chapecó: Occupational Safety Technician, Mechanical Technician.
- Florianópolis: Various courses, including Surveying Technician and Electronics Technician.
- Jaraguá do Sul: Clothing Technician and Systems Development Technician.
Selection Process and Quotas
The selection for professional qualification will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis, respecting the quotas established in MEC Ordinance No. 2,027/2023. There are reserves for Black, Brown, Indigenous, Quilombola people, persons with disabilities, and students from public schools. If slots are not filled, they will be available for open competition.
Registration Requirements
For concurrent courses, candidates must be enrolled in high school at another institution. Integrated courses require completed elementary education, while subsequent courses require completed high school. Proeja/Technical is aimed at individuals over 18 years old with completed elementary education.
Selection Process Schedule
- Registration: From 02/10/2025 (08:00) to 02/19/2025 (23:59).
- Announcement of approved candidates: 02/21/2025.
- Subsequent calls: Published as needed for filling slots.
How to Register for Free Courses
Registrations are made exclusively through the Federal Institute’s website sistemadeingresso.ifsc.edu.br/inicio.php. There is no registration fee or tuition. The certificate issued at the end of the course will be valid nationwide. Take advantage of this opportunity for free professional qualification!
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