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Extended Enrollment for Free Training at IFSC in Inclusive Education at a Distance. Opportunity for Public Education Professionals to Expand Knowledge and Specialize with a Recognized Certificate, In-Person Meetings, and Focus on Accessible and Transformative Pedagogical Practices.
If you work in public education and seek to specialize in inclusive practices, the opportunity to enroll in the Continuing Education Course in Inclusive Education and Disability Studies in Education at the Federal Institute of Santa Catarina (IFSC) has just been extended.
Enrollment, which was initially set to close in April, can now be completed until May 9, 2025, providing more time for education professionals to register and take advantage of this chance to enhance their skills in a 100% free and distance course.
IFSC – Palhoça Bilingual Campus offers 180 spots for educators from municipal, state, and federal public networks, in a training program aimed at strengthening inclusive education, ensuring the quality of education for all students, including those with disabilities.
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This course aims to promote more accessible and quality teaching, contributing to the transformation of the school environment.
What is the Continuing Education Course?
The Inclusive Education and Disability Studies in Education course is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to delve into inclusive pedagogical practices.
With 180 hours of coursework, it offers comprehensive training in theory and practice, aimed at educators and professionals in Specialized Educational Assistance (AEE) and educational support for students with disabilities.
The course format is Distance Education (EaD), allowing participants to access the content from anywhere. Additionally, the course includes biweekly in-person meetings at IFSC centers in Palhoça and Tubarão, facilitating direct contact between students and teachers.
Classes are set to begin on May 27, 2025, and will conclude on December 23, 2025.
Who Can Enroll in the Course?
Enrollment is directed towards public education professionals, specifically for:
- Basic education teachers from municipal, state, or federal public networks;
- Specialized Educational Assistance (AEE) professionals;
- Educational support professionals working with students with disabilities.
Furthermore, the course also aims to qualify educators working with students needing additional support, such as those with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities.
The Importance of Inclusive Training
The course offered by IFSC is an opportunity for educators to enhance their knowledge and skills in inclusive practices that respect student diversity and ensure accessibility in teaching.
The content ranges from theoretical concepts of inclusive education to practical strategies for applying them in daily school life.
The training is an important step for the valuation of public education and the construction of a fairer, more inclusive, and transformative school environment.
Promoting an education that respects differences, in accordance with the rights of students with disabilities, is essential for a more equitable society.
More Details About the Course
The course offers 180 hours of training, with the following structure:
- Format: Distance Education (EaD), with biweekly in-person meetings;
- Location of in-person meetings: IFSC Palhoça Campus and IFSC Tubarão Campus;
- Start: May 27, 2025;
- End: December 23, 2025;
- Cost: 100% free.
At the end of the training, participants will be better equipped to act effectively and responsibly, contributing to the creation of an education that values and respects the needs of all students, regardless of their disabilities.
How Does IFSC Select Enrollees?
The selection process will be conducted based on the order of enrollment. Therefore, those who enroll first will have a better chance of securing a spot.
To increase chances, it’s important for candidates to prove professional activity in 2025. Additionally, IFSC will analyze the submitted documentation, publishing on its website the list of approved candidates, waitlisted candidates, and disqualified ones, according to the schedule of the announcement.
It is worth highlighting that this is an excellent opportunity for teachers and educational support professionals to delve into crucial themes for inclusive education and also strengthen their careers within public teaching.
How to Secure Your Spot in the Free Course?
To enroll in the course, interested parties must submit their documentation by May 9, 2025, in accordance with the requirements of the Notice No. 06/2025.
The selection will be made in the order of enrollment, giving priority to teachers who can prove activity in 2025. The necessary documents for enrollment are:
- ID document;
- Proof of link with AEE or educational support in 2025;
- Proof of education;
- Other documents specified in the notice.
Official links: Tubarão Campus and Palhoça Campus
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