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Unprecedented opportunity for Brazilian youth guarantees free training, monthly financial aid, and direct connection with companies in areas such as programming, artificial intelligence, and technology
The National Service for Industrial Learning (Senai) has just announced one of the largest professional qualification initiatives in Brazil: there are 12,000 spots in free technical courses, with the possibility of receiving up to R$ 700 per month. Additionally, the program promises to accelerate young people’s access to the technology market, one of the fastest-growing sectors in the country.
The information was disclosed by “Tempo Novo”, based on official data from the Autonomy and Income program, developed in partnership with Petrobras. Thus, the initiative arises as a direct response to the need for technological training and professional inclusion, especially among young people.
How the free Senai courses work and who can participate
First, it is important to understand that the program is structured in two strategic phases. That is, the student does not enter directly into the more advanced technical training, but rather goes through an initial preparation.
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In the first phase, completely online and accessible throughout Brazil, 10,000 spots will be offered for the Digital Literacy course. During this phase, participants learn fundamental content such as:
- Use of digital tools in daily life
- Internet safety
- Organization of information
- Digital citizenship
- Introduction to logic and computational thinking
Moreover, this phase serves as a foundation to ensure that all students have a leveling before advancing.
Then, students who complete this phase will be able to compete for one of the 420 in-person spots in the Full Stack Programming course, one of the most valued areas in the market today.
The in-person classes will take place in states such as:
- São Paulo
- Rio de Janeiro
- Bahia
- Amapá
- Rio Grande do Norte
- Rio Grande do Sul
- Sergipe
Therefore, in addition to qualification, the program also expands regional opportunities for access to technology.
Young people between 17 and 22 years old, from any region of the country, can participate. However, the program prioritizes:
- Women
- Black people
- Trans, transgender, and travesti people
R$ 700 scholarship and benefits make the program even more attractive
Another major differentiator of the program is the benefits offered to students in the in-person phase. After all, it is not just a free course, but a real support structure for the student.
Selected participants may receive:
- Monthly scholarship of R$ 700
- Transportation assistance with up to 4 passes per day
- Food allowance of R$ 25 per day of class
- Complete uniform
- Pedagogical and technical support
Furthermore, even those who do not advance to the in-person phase will still have relevant advantages. Upon completing the online course, the student receives a completion certificate and access to other free courses in strategic areas, such as:
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- 5G Technology
- Computer Networks
- Artificial Intelligence
- Mobile Development
Thus, the program ensures continuity in training and increases employability chances.
Training opens doors to high-demand careers in the technology market
Upon completing the training in Full Stack Programming, participants will be able to pursue careers in highly demanded areas. Among the possibilities are:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cloud Computing
- Robotic Process Automation
- Low Code
Additionally, the program also offers participation in employment fairs and direct connection with partner companies. In other words, it is not just a course, but a real bridge to the job market.
In this sense, Senai reinforces its role as one of the main professional education institutions in Brazil, with millions of students trained over the last decades.
How to register for the 12,000 spots at Senai step by step
Registrations are already open and must be done exclusively online, on the Autonomy and Income program website.
The process is simple and can be completed in about 15 minutes:
- Access the official program website
- Register with the requested information
- Choose the available course (Digital Literacy)
- Review the information and finalize the registration
- Monitor your email and the website for notifications
- Start the online course if selected
It is worth noting that the online phase is mandatory for those who wish to advance to the in-person phase.
Finally, the Autonomy and Income program, carried out in partnership with Petrobras, aims to expand access to professional qualification and facilitate young people’s entry into the job market — especially in technological areas.
Would you take advantage of this opportunity to take a free course at Senai with assistance of up to R$ 700 per month to enter the technology market?
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