City Hall’s Free Courses Initiative Offers Opportunities to Grow in Career and Entrepreneurship
The City Hall of Mogi das Cruzes, located in the state of São Paulo, launched an excellent opportunity for the population. With this, the Crescer program is officially open for registration for 34 free courses, totaling more than 800 available spots. Thus, this initiative aims not only to provide professional qualification but also to expand job opportunities for the city’s residents, according to the Catraca Livre website.
Interested individuals can register online, and the spots are limited, filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is essential that candidates meet the specific requirements for each course. Additionally, registrations remain open until the day before the start of each course or until spots are filled. However, for the courses in partnership with Sebrae and Senac, registrations close 13 days before classes begin.
Free Courses: Diversity of Options
The free courses offered by the Crescer program cover a wide range of areas and are conducted in five locations across the city: Brás Cubas, Centro, César de Sousa, Vila Brasileira, and Vila Natal. Among the available courses, the highlights 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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It’s official: IFMS opens spots in free courses on artificial intelligence, drones, and app creation, expanding technological education in 2026 and preparing students for areas with high professional demand and accelerated digital transformation.
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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.
- Basic Computer Science
- Digital Photography
- Administrative and Financial Assistant
- Elderly Caregiver
- Basic Python
- Facial Hair Removal Techniques
In this sense, the program serves both those who wish to enhance their professional skills and those aspiring to start a business. Furthermore, the free professionalization courses aim to prepare students to enter or reintegrate into the job market, promoting employability through technical training.
On the other hand, the courses aimed at entrepreneurs represent an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a business or strengthen an existing activity. Thus, these options encourage income generation and the entrepreneurial spirit within the community.
Details of the Crescer Units
Each Crescer unit offers a specific list of courses, with limited schedules and spots. Check out some details below:
- CRESCER BRAZ CUBAS
- Available courses: Administrative Assistant (15 spots), Basic Computer Science (40 spots), Elderly Caregiver (15 spots).
- Address: Rua Doutor Deodato Wertheimer, 151, Braz Cubas.
- Phone: 4798-5729
- CRESCER CENTRO
- Available courses: E-commerce (12 spots), Digital Photography (20 spots), Basic Excel (24 spots).
- Address: Rua Francisco Franco, 133, Centro.
- Phones: 4798-5902 / 4798-5903
- CRESCER CÉSAR DE SOUSA
- Available courses: Basic Logistics (20 spots), Learn Facial Hair Removal Techniques (18 spots).
- Address: Rua Edmund Gerke, s/n – Jardim Bela Vista.
- Phone: 4699-1294
- CRESCER VILA BRASILEIRA
- Available courses: Introduction to Podology (20 spots), Receptionist (25 spots).
- Address: Rua João Gualberto Mafra Machado, 221, Vila Brasileira.
- Phone: 4721-2423
- CRESCER VILA NATAL
- Available courses: Basic Sewing (15 spots), Manicure and Pedicure (20 spots).
- Address: Rua Julio Fernandes da Costa, 200, Vila Natal.
- Phone: 4796-1954
How to Register for Online Courses
To register for the free courses, simply access the official Crescer portal. On the website, you will find the complete list of courses, schedules, start dates, and necessary requirements.
Moreover, it is essential that registered individuals fill in their information correctly, especially contact details, as they will be used to communicate important information about enrollment and deadlines.
The Crescer units are open from Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and are available to clarify any questions about the courses.

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