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Initiative Promotes Inclusion of Autistic Youth in the Digital Game Market with a Free Course Focused on IT and Game Development
Senai, in partnership with the Department of Development and Social Assistance, has just announced the second class of a free course aimed at training autistic youth in the world of digital games and IT. The initiative directly serves young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), aged between 16 and 24 years. Enrollment is now open and can be done online, providing a unique opportunity for these youth to develop technological skills and find new job opportunities.
With a workload of 40 hours, the free course is designed to provide not only theoretical foundation but also a complete practical experience, always with the support of specialized professionals. This structure aims to meet the personalized teaching needs of these young people, including them in a dynamic and constantly growing sector like digital games. Classes are scheduled to take place on Mondays and Wednesdays in the afternoon, offering a flexible and adapted routine.
Inclusion and Opportunity in the Digital Sector
The partnership between Senai and the Department of Development and Social Assistance emerges with a clear purpose: to promote inclusion through technology. The initiative was made possible by a mandatory amendment from councilor Zé Carlos and represents an important advance for young people who often face significant barriers to accessing education and the job market.
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“The partnership with Senai reinforces our commitment to offering courses aligned with market demands and with the purpose of inclusion. This free course is an opportunity for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder to develop skills that can help them enter the job market”, emphasizes Vandecleya Moro, Secretary of Development and Social Assistance.
With the digital game sector in full expansion, opportunities like this help ensure that training and professional development are not restricted to traditional molds. Technology offers a vast field of possibilities, and training these autistic young people to work in IT and digital games increases their market inclusion, with the potential to transform their professional future.
Courses Available in the Program
The free course offered by Senai focuses primarily on introducing IT and digital game development. Below are the main modules offered in this training:
- Introduction to Digital Game Programming: An initial approach to the main languages and tools for game development.
- IT Fundamentals: Learning the main operations and functionalities of the most commonly used software in the market.
- Creative Development: Basic concepts of design, digital art, and character creation for games.
- Introduction to Project Planning: Tools and methodologies for planning digital projects, applied in game development.
- Testing and Debugging Practices: Techniques for testing and improving the functionalities of the developed games.
How the Selection Process Works
To participate, candidates must be within the required age range of 16 to 24 years and be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The selection process is simple and straightforward: interested individuals must fill out an online form with their information and then participate in an initial assessment.
During this phase, the team from Senai and the Department of Development and Social Assistance will evaluate the candidates’ profiles and motivation to ensure that each student receives the appropriate support throughout the course. With a maximum of 15 students per class, the course aims to promote more focused learning tailored to individual needs.
How to Enroll
For those interested in participating, enrollment is already open and can be done through the online form available at this link. Spots are limited, so it is important for interested individuals to enroll as soon as possible to secure a position in this special class.
About Senai
Senai, or the National Service for Industrial Learning, is one of the main institutions for technical and vocational education in Brazil. With extensive experience in training, Senai offers courses aligned with market needs, always focusing on innovation and quality. Since its founding, Senai has been recognized for training qualified professionals to work in various industrial areas, significantly contributing to the economic development of the country.
Over the years, Senai has adapted to technological changes by incorporating new courses and updating its curriculum to meet the demand for skilled professionals in sectors such as IT and game development. The inclusion of autistic youth in its training programs reinforces the institution’s commitment to social responsibility and creating accessible opportunities for all.
This new class represents more than an advance in technical education: it is an important step towards a more inclusive and equitable future, where all young people have the opportunity to realize their potential and contribute to society with their skills and talents.
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