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SENAC Offers More Than 350 Free Courses in the Valley of Steel in 2026, Expanding Opportunities for Professional Qualification and Employment.
Anyone looking to start 2026 with a focus on professional qualification will find a concrete opportunity in the Valley of Steel. Senac has opened more than 350 spots in free courses, aimed at young people and adults seeking entry or reentry into the job market.
The opportunities are available at the units in Coronel Fabriciano and Ipatinga. Classes start in February and cover areas with high demand for professionals, such as management, IT, sales, beauty, and administrative services.
The programs are part of the Senac Free Program (PSG) and Senac+. Both cater to individuals with a family income of up to two minimum wages and businesses in commerce, services, and tourism.
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Free Courses at SENAC Address Real Market Demands
SENAC has structured the free courses based on the needs of the regional market. The goal is to align practical education, rapid employability, and professional development.
According to the institution, professional qualification acts as one of the main paths to expand income opportunities. Additionally, it directly contributes to the strengthening of the local economy.
“Investing in professional education is one of the most concrete ways to boost the development of Minas Gerais,” says Nadim Donato, president of the Fecomércio MG System, Sesc, and Senac.
Coronel Fabriciano Concentrates Spots in Beauty, Management, and Service
At the Coronel Fabriciano unit, free courses cover areas such as Hairdressing, Elderly Caregiver, and Eyebrow Design. There are also training courses aimed at customer service, personal finance, and public speaking.
These programs cater to both those seeking a new profession and those wishing to update their skills. Moreover, administrative courses facilitate young people’s entry into the formal job market.
Ipatinga Expands Free Courses in IT and Technology
In Ipatinga, most of the spots are concentrated in the IT area. Thus, there are courses in Basic IT, Excel, and digital training aimed at mature audiences.
In this way, these programs meet an increasing demand from the job market. Currently, digital skills are required even in administrative and operational functions.
Professional Qualification Impacted More Than 2,000 Students in 2025
In 2025, more than 2,000 students passed through SENAC units in the Valley of Steel. Most participated in quick courses focused directly on employability.
According to Helielson Ribeiro, director of the units, free courses expand opportunities and strengthen regional development. “Offering free education means opening doors to better living conditions,” he states.
Additionally, students from around 30 municipalities were impacted by the professional qualification actions.
How to Enroll in the Free Courses at SENAC
Enrollment must be done in person, according to the schedule of each course. There are no reserved spots, and service is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registrations are available at the following units:
- SENAC in Coronel Fabriciano – Rua Albert Scharlet, 303, Center
- SENAC in Ipatinga – Rua Itajubá, 250, Center
More information can be obtained via WhatsApp: (31) 3057-8600.
Professional Education Strengthens the Economy of Minas Gerais
The initiative is part of the actions of Fecomércio MG, which represents hundreds of thousands of companies in the state. The entity manages SENAC and SESC in Minas Gerais.
By expanding access to free courses, SENAC reinforces its role as an agent of social transformation. Thus, professional qualification consolidates itself as one of the main drivers of opportunity generation and economic growth.
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