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Federal Institute Offers 200 Spots for the Specialization Course in Teaching in Vocational and Technological Education, Fully Distance Learning with Spots Distributed Across Various Poles in the State.
Have you thought about enhancing your academic training and taking an important step in your teaching career without leaving home?
An exclusive opportunity has just arisen for those looking to further qualify in the field of vocational and technological education.
But how can you take advantage of this unique chance? Stay alert, as the Federal Institute of Santa Catarina (IFSC) has announced a completely free specialization course, and you could be one of the 200 selected!
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Free Specialization in Vocational and Technological Education
IFSC is offering 200 spots for the Postgraduate Lato Sensu Course in Teaching in Vocational and Technological Education.
This specialization aims to prepare professionals to teach technical courses and other forms of education, all through the Distance Learning (EAD) format, allowing you to study wherever you are.
According to the Admission Announcement No. 14/DEING/2024/2, the course aims to “contribute to integral human formation, focusing on social emancipation and Brazil’s sovereignty.”
The training also aligns with ethical and critical values, promoting creative educational interventions that can transform the educational landscape in the country.
What Is the Course Like?
The course will be developed with asynchronous and synchronous online classes, allowing students to balance study with other activities.
Additionally, there will be in-person meetings at the support poles of the Open University of Brazil (UAB), where assessments will be conducted.
The in-person meetings will occur on Tuesdays, from 7 PM to 10 PM, and there will also be online activities during the same period.
The total course load is 360 hours, with 300 hours dedicated to Curriculum Units and 60 hours reserved for the completion of the Final Paper (TCC).
The support poles are located in several cities in Santa Catarina: Criciúma, Itapema, Joinville, Lages, São José, and São Miguel do Oeste, increasing access for candidates from different regions of the state.
Who Can Apply?
The course is aimed at professionals graduated in various fields who wish to work in Vocational and Technological Education.
According to IFSC, the main candidates should be those who already work or wish to work in the teaching of technical courses at the high school level, especially in public networks.
It is important to highlight that there are no restrictions on the area of graduation. Bachelor’s and technology graduates from different fields of knowledge can apply.
Spots and Distribution
In total, IFSC is offering 200 spots, equally distributed among the poles: Criciúma, Itapema, Joinville, Lages, São José, and São Miguel do Oeste, with 40 spots available at each of these locations.
With this wide offer, professionals from different regions of the state can benefit from this qualification opportunity, ensuring access to high-quality education without having to commute daily for classes.
Main Objectives of the Course
The course primarily focuses on the continuing training of education professionals, promoting the development of new pedagogical practices and the creation of educational interventions aimed at social emancipation and national sovereignty.
IFSC emphasizes that this specialization offers a critical and scientific approach, with ethical foundations aimed at transforming the way education is practiced, especially in technical high schools.
Enrollment and Selection Process
Enrollment for the course at the Federal Institute will be open from September 2 to 20, 2024, and is entirely free. Interested individuals should register directly through the IFSC admission portal, via the link: sistemadeingresso.ifsc.edu.br.
The selection of candidates will be conducted in a straightforward and transparent manner, through a public electronic lottery, scheduled for September 24, 2024, at 3:30 PM. The drawing will be broadcast live on the official IFSC YouTube channel, providing greater credibility to the process.
The results of the first call will be released on September 25, 2024, starting at 6 PM, and approved candidates will have from September 26 to October 2 to submit the necessary documentation to finalize their enrollment.
Will you miss this opportunity to specialize and contribute to vocational education in Brazil?
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