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Transform Your Career With Free Professional Master’s Programs for Teachers. Applications Open for 2025!
The Ministry of Education (MEC) and CAPES opened applications for more than 1000 spots in free Professional Master’s programs aimed at teachers of various subjects. This is an excellent opportunity for education professionals who wish to enhance their skills and transform their careers through high-quality training.
Program Goals and Workload
The Professional Master’s programs from MEC aim to train teachers with advanced education, updating and expanding their pedagogical competencies. The courses are offered in face-to-face and hybrid formats, with workloads varying by program. Activities include theoretical classes, seminars, forums, and the development of practical projects, always focusing on direct application in the classroom.
Available Spots and Locations
A total of 1095 spots in professional master’s programs are offered across higher education institutions throughout Brazil. These MEC programs serve teachers from various fields, such as History, Philosophy, and Geography. The spots are distributed among renowned institutions located across all regions of the country, facilitating access for professionals to the nearest universities.
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Selection Processes
Each master’s program has its own selection process, which may include curriculum analysis, written tests, or the presentation of a research project. Furthermore, many programs offer reserved spots for affirmative action, benefiting teachers from specific ethnic and social groups, such as black, indigenous, and quilombola individuals.
Application Requirements
To participate in the professional master’s selection process, candidates must have a complete higher education degree and work as teachers in public or private educational institutions. Additionally, candidates must be available to meet the workload requirements of the course and possess basic computer skills and regular internet access to participate in online activities if the course is hybrid.
Offered Courses
The Professional Master’s programs offered are:
- PROFHISTORIA – Professional Master’s in History (605 spots)
- PROF-FILO – Professional Master’s in Philosophy (308 spots)
- PROFGEO – Professional Master’s in Geography (182 spots)
Selection Process Schedule
- PROFHISTORIA: Applications until November 13, 2024 NOTICE
- PROF-FILO: Applications until October 21, 2024 NOTICE
- PROFGEO: Applications until October 18, 2024 NOTICE
Applications
To apply for the free Professional Master’s programs from MEC, access the notices and follow the specific instructions for each course. The application deadlines vary by program, so stay tuned to the dates to ensure your participation. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career with a high-quality postgraduate degree and a nationally recognized certificate.
Bom dia, além do pagamento da taxa de inscrição será cobrado mensalidades caso seja aprovado (a)?
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