Free tourism courses in Paraná have open registrations; see how to participate

The free tourism courses at Paraná are with registration open until November 22, 2026, offering professional qualification opportunities for residents of Ponta Grossa, Campos Gerais and other regions of the state. The trainings are part of the Tourism in Focus program Paraná, with fully online classes and limited places.

The initiative is promoted by the State Secretariat for Tourism (Setu), in partnership with the National Service for Commercial Learning (Senac PR) and the Federation of Trade in Goods, Services and Tourism of Paraná (Fecomercio PR). The objective is to expand the opportunities for professional training and contribute to the development of the tourism sector in Paraná.

In total, there are five options for free courses, with content focused on gastronomy, innovation, creativity and public service. The trainings can be carried out from any location, facilitating the access of people who want to improve knowledge or seek new professional opportunities.

Free courses offer five training options

The Tourism in Focus program Paraná offers courses in different areas of activity. All trainings are offered in the Distance Education (EAD) modality.

Check out the available options:

Design Thinking: 20-hour course, aimed at developing creative and innovative solutions.

International cuisine: 20-hour training, focusing on knowledge related to international gastronomy.

Brazilian cuisine: training of 20 hours, dedicated to national cuisine.

Receptive service for the Turismo Religioso: 30-hour course, aimed at attending visitors in activities related to the turismo religioso.

Garde Manger – Preparation of Cold Recipes: 20-hour training, related to the techniques of preparation of cold dishes.

The options serve different professional interests, from those who want to work in gastronomy to people interested in attending tourists and developing new solutions for the sector.

Residents of Ponta Grossa and Campos Gerais can participate

Since they are entirely conducted by the internet, the free tourism courses at Paraná also represent an opportunity for residents of Ponta Grossa, Carambeí, Castro, Palmeira, Tibagi and other municipalities of Campos Gerais.

The region brings together natural, cultural, historical and religious attractions that move activities related to tourism and the provision of services.

In this scenario, professional qualifications can contribute to improve visitor service and expand the knowledge of workers, entrepreneurs and students interested in the segment.

The online mode allows participants to follow the activities without the need to travel to other cities.

Registration ends on November 22

Interested parties should be aware of the registration deadline. The period began on October 20 and ends on November 22, 2026.

Classes are scheduled to take place between November 23, 2026 and January 4, 2027.

Check out the main information:

Program: Tourism in Focus Paraná

Registration: until 22 November 2026

Beginning of classes: November 23, 2026

Scheduled closing: 4 January 2027

Modality: 100% online (EAD)

Investment: free

Vacancies: limited

To participate, applicants must access the official Senac PR application page and consult the information available on the courses.

The guideline is to register within the established deadline, since the offer has a limited number of places.

The initiative seeks to strengthen professional training and expand access to training in the tourism sector, also benefiting those who live in Ponta Grossa and Campos Gerais.