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Sign Up For The Free EAD Technical Courses At The Federal Institute. Open Positions In Administration, Computer Science, Events And More With Selection By School Record.
The Federal Institute of Education, Science And Technology of Ceará (IFCE) has opened registrations for free technical courses in the EAD modality, aimed at those who have already completed high school.
The initiative, scheduled for the first semester of 2026, offers opportunities in areas such as Administration, Computer Science, Environment, Events, Restaurant and Bar, and School Secretariat.
The objective is to train professionals with quality technical education, at no cost, and with easy entry through the analysis of the school record.
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The selection, governed by Public Notice No. 22/2025, covers 10 strategic campuses: Baturité, Cedro, Fortaleza, Guaramiranga, Maranguape, Paracuru, Quixadá, Sobral, Tabuleiro do Norte, and Tianguá.
How Do The Free EAD Technical Courses Work?
The free EAD technical courses from the federal institute are semi-face-to-face: 80% of the workload is fulfilled online, in synchronous and asynchronous classes, and 20% requires in-person activities at the chosen campus.
This guarantees flexibility for those who need to balance study and work, but maintains the necessary practical experience for training.
To participate, it is essential to have access to a computer and the internet.
The selection process is simple and does not require an exam.
Candidates are evaluated based on their high school academic record, considering grades in Portuguese Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry from the last two years.
This methodology allows for quick and democratic access to technical education.
Free Technical Courses Available At The Federal Institute
The federal institute offers positions in various areas, catering to different professional profiles:
- Technical in Administration: Cedro (25), Guaramiranga (40), Quixadá (40), Tabuleiro do Norte (40).
- Technical in Events: Baturité (40), Fortaleza (40).
- Technical in Information Technology for Internet: Maranguape (40), Paracuru (35), Sobral (40), Tianguá (40).
- Technical in Environment: Fortaleza (35).
- Technical in Restaurant and Bar: Maranguape (30).
- Technical in School Secretariat: Maranguape (50).
The wide variety of areas ensures that interested individuals find courses aligned with their professional aspirations, increasing employability and preparation for the job market.
Registration Deadline And How To Apply
Candidates who have completed high school and present their academic record at the time of registration can participate in the free technical courses.
IFCE also complies with the Quota Law, reserving 50% of the vacancies for students from public schools, with income criteria, self-declared black, brown, and indigenous (PPI), quilombola, and people with disabilities (PwD).
This policy reinforces social inclusion and broadens access to quality technical education for diverse profiles.
Registrations are free and must be made exclusively online through the IFCE Q-Selection portal,
and the deadline is until October 29, 2025, requiring the attachment of the high school academic record.
The process is fully digital, ensuring convenience and security, and allows candidates to track their registration quickly and transparently.
Why Take One Of The Free Technical Courses At The Federal Institute?
Investing in free EAD technical courses at the federal institute offers significant advantages:
- Study flexibility with greater autonomy.
- Nationally recognized certification.
- Practical and theoretical preparation for the job market.
- Social inclusion through quota policies and democratic access.
Therefore, this is a strategic opportunity for young people and adults seeking professional qualification at no cost, backed by the credibility of a federal institute that is well-established.
