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The Federal Institute has more than 1.000 vacancies open for free technical courses in 19 cities. The selection process does not require tests, only online registration! But hurry, as vacancies are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't miss this chance to qualify at no cost!
Studying at a recognized, quality educational institution may seem like a challenge for many, especially when there are rigorous selection processes and fierce competition.
However, a unique opportunity is available for those who wish to enter technical education without the need for exams.
O Federal Institute of Santa Catarina (IFSC) announced the opening of more than 1.000 free places in technical courses for 19 cities in the state.
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The selection process does not require proof and occurs by registration order, respecting priority criteria. Registration is now open and will run until the February 19, 2025.
How does the selection process work?
Candidates will be selected according to the order of registration, but there are priority criteria for certain groups. According to the IFSC, the distribution of vacancies occurs in the following order:
- People who self-declare as black, brown, indigenous, quilombola and people with disabilities;
- Students who attended elementary or high school in public schools;
- Other candidates (broad competition).
Registration is done exclusively online. Candidates must fill out a form with their personal data, information about education and answer two questionnaires: one socioeconomic and the other related to quotas.
The selection result will be announced in February 21th, 2025. Depending on the demand for the course, a reservation registration for future calls.
Which cities and courses are available?
The technical courses offered by IFSC cover several areas of knowledge and are aimed at those who wish to obtain free, quality professional training.
The vacancies are distributed in 19 cities in Santa Catarina. Check out some available options:
Araranguá Campus
- Integrated Textile Technician (reserve registration)
- Subsequent Technician in Industrial Automation (reserve registration)
- Subsequent Mechanical Technician (12 vacancies)
- Subsequent Technician in Fashion Production (30 vacancies)
- Subsequent Clothing Technician (18 vacancies)
Hunter Campus
- Integrated Administration Technician (13 vacancies)
- Integrated Computer Technician (14 vacancies)
- Integrated Plastics Technician (32 vacancies)
- Subsequent Technician in Administration (30 vacancies)
- Subsequent Technician in Electromechanics (25 vacancies)
Florianópolis Campus
- Subsequent Technician in Surveying (42 vacancies between morning and evening)
- Subsequent Technician in Systems Development (reserve registration)
- Subsequent Building Technician (61 vacancies between morning and evening)
- Subsequent Technician in Electronics (17 vacancies)
- Subsequent Mechanical Technician (39 vacancies)
- Subsequent Technician in Meteorology (40 vacancies)
- Subsequent Technician in Occupational Safety (6 vacancies)
In addition to these options, there are vacancies for courses at the units of Chapeco, Criciuma, Joinville, Jaraguá do Sul, Sao Jose, Tubarao and many other cities..
What types of technical courses are offered?
IFSC offers technical courses in different modalities:
- Integrated: aimed at students who wish to attend high school alongside technical training.
- Concomitant: for those who are already studying high school at another institution and want technical training at the same time.
- Subsequent: intended for those who have already completed high school and want to become professionals.
- EJA (Youth and Adult Education): recommended for adults who have not yet completed basic education and wish to obtain a technical qualification.
How to apply?
To participate in the selection process, interested parties must access the IFSC official website and fill out the application form by February 19, 2025.
Candidates are advised to register as soon as possible, as selection is on a first-come, first-served basis.
The complete list of courses and their respective units is available on the Federal Institute portal.
IFSC is one of the main technical education institutions in Brazil, offering courses recognized by the job market and with cutting-edge infrastructure.
In addition to free tuition, according to the IFSC, students have access to equipped laboratories, research projects and internship programs.
If you want quality professional qualifications without having to take exams, this is your chance to enter technical education in a simple and accessible way.
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