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Opportunities Cover Various Areas and Are Available in the Cities of Araçatuba, Catanduva, São José do Rio Preto and Votuporanga; Applications Must Be Made 20 Days Before Classes Start.
The Senac (National Service of Commercial Learning) announced the opening of 3,200 spots for free courses in four cities in the interior of São Paulo. The opportunities are part of the Senac Free Program and aim to provide professional education to people with a monthly family income of up to two minimum wages per person. The spots are distributed among the units in Araçatuba, Catanduva, São José do Rio Preto, and Votuporanga, and applications must be made at least 20 days before classes begin.
Wide Variety of Areas and Locations for the Free Courses Offered by Senac
The free courses offered by Senac until the end of 2024 cover various areas of knowledge, such as wellness, communication and arts, design and architecture, education, gastronomy and nutrition, management and business, infrastructure, environment, safety and health at work, fashion and beauty, health, information technology, and tourism and hospitality. This diversity allows candidates to choose courses that meet their interests and professional needs, contributing to qualification and integration into the job market.
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Distribution of Spots
The 3,200 spots for free courses are divided among the Senac units in the following cities:
- Senac Araçatuba: 1,000 spots
- Catanduva: 400 spots
- São José do Rio Preto: 1,300 spots
- Votuporanga: 580 spots
Addresses of the Units
The in-person classes for the free courses will be held at the Senac units located at the following addresses:
- Araçatuba: Av. João Arruda Brasil, 500 – São Joaquim
- Catanduva: Rua Santos, 300 – Centro
- São José do Rio Preto: Rua Jorge Tibiriçá, 3,518 – Santa Cruz
- Votuporanga: Rua Guaporé, 3,221 – Nova Boa Vista
Registrations and Information for Senac’s Free Courses
To secure a spot in one of the free courses offered by Senac, interested individuals must register on the official website, respecting the deadline of 20 days before classes start. More information about the available courses, as well as details about the registration process, can be obtained directly on the Senac page for São Paulo.
This initiative from Senac is a valuable opportunity for those seeking professional qualification at no cost, allowing access to knowledge and skill development in various areas of the job market.
