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Free qualification in areas with high demand in the job market will be available in several cities of Espírito Santo, with courses focused on technology, beauty, gastronomy, and services. Senac-ES’s offer includes in-person training and opportunities for those who wish to increase income or seek professional re-employment.
Senac-ES will open 3,000 free spots in over 150 professional qualification courses in Espírito Santo, with registrations scheduled between May 9 and 16, 2026, online or directly at participating units.
Classes will be offered in different municipalities in Espírito Santo and will have lessons scheduled from May 9 to July 31, 2026, according to the schedule of Senac-ES Professional Education units.
The initiative expands the offer of free training in areas with high demand in the job market, especially segments related to technology, food, customer service, communication, beauty, and practical training focused on the service sector.
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In addition to traditional professional qualification courses, the program also includes training related to the use of artificial intelligence and digital tools, a topic that has been gaining ground in professional training programs in different Brazilian states.
High demand for the spots is expected, especially among young people seeking their first professional training, workers who wish to update their knowledge, and people interested in expanding income possibilities through autonomous activities or service provision.
Senac-ES Free Courses in Technology, Beauty, and Gastronomy
The offer brings together training in areas such as technology, beauty, gastronomy, communication, education, and practical activities related to the service sector, with options aimed at both those seeking their first qualification and those who wish to expand professional skills.
Among the courses informed by Senac-ES are barber, savory snack maker, Young Programmer, Artificial Intelligence in Education, and Creative Media with Artificial Intelligence, in addition to other training distributed according to each unit’s structure.
The initiative is part of the Semana S program, a mobilization of the Sistema Comércio that brings together free qualification, service, and assistance actions in different regions of the country, with the participation of institutions such as Senac and Sesc.
In recent years, short-term courses have seen an increase in demand in various regions of Brazil, especially in areas related to technology and entrepreneurship, a scenario that has driven the creation of new classes and training formats.
Amidst changes in the job market, practical training and rapid specializations have been used by workers for professional updating and adaptation to new hiring requirements in the commerce and service sectors.
Courses related to artificial intelligence, digital media, and programming have also gained prominence in professional qualification programs, following the advancement of these tools in education, communication, marketing, and content production activities.
Cities in Espírito Santo that will have Senac vacancies
Opportunities will be distributed across units in Vila Velha, Aracruz, Colatina, São Gabriel da Palha, Linhares, Cariacica, Serra, Vitória, Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, São Mateus, and Venda Nova do Imigrante.
There will also be an offer linked to Hotel Senac Ilha do Boi, in Vitória, expanding the program’s presence in Greater Vitória and in cities in the interior of Espírito Santo.
With regional distribution, the aim is to facilitate access to courses for residents of different municipalities, without concentrating all vacancies only in the capital or the state’s most populous centers.
The decentralization of vacancies allows candidates from inland cities to access training without the need for long commutes, expanding the reach of professional qualification actions promoted by Senac-ES.
In some units, courses will be primarily focused on specific demands of the local economy, a strategy frequently used in professional training programs to align training with regional market needs.
Senac Highlights Income Generation Opportunity
The Director of Professional Education at Senac-ES, Dianimer Dutra, stated that the offer aims to expand access to training and create new professional opportunities for the population.
“With this significant offer of free spots during S Week, we want to provide people with the opportunity to develop new skills, generate income, and build new professional paths,” it was highlighted.
The statement reinforces the initiative’s focus on short-term courses and applied training, which typically cater to people interested in entering the market, changing careers, or turning a skill into a source of income.
Professional education specialists point out that free qualification courses primarily attract workers seeking re-employment, young people who wish to supplement their schooling, and individuals interested in starting independent activities.
In the technology sector, areas such as programming, digital production, and artificial intelligence remain among the most sought-after in professional training programs, mainly due to the growing demand for digital knowledge across different economic segments.
Courses related to beauty, gastronomy, and services, on the other hand, remain in high demand as they offer the possibility of quick entry into the market, including through self-employment and personalized service.
How to enroll in Senac-ES’s free courses
Registrations can be made between May 9 and 16, 2026 through the Senac-ES website or in person at the participating Professional Education units.
Interested parties should consult the availability of courses, vacancies, schedules, and requirements directly on the institution’s official channels before completing their registration.
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