According to a groundbreaking study produced by the Federation of Trade in Goods, Services and Tourism of the State of São Paulo (FecomercioSP), to assess the trajectory of formal employment and the impact of socioeconomic and technological transformations, the job market for professions related to the Technology sector recorded growth of up to 740%, in Brazil, between 2012 and 2022. Against the flow, other occupations — some related to administrative activities, financial and public service, for example — they pointed out a retraction of more than 80% in the number of jobs, in the same period
Despite this potential, the lack of qualified professionals is still a challenge. It is in this scenario that robotics courses have stood out as a solution to empower future generations
According to Marco Giroto, founder of SuperGeeks, the increase in demand for robotics courses reflects a clear market need: "We are experiencing a technological transformation that increasingly requires professionals capable of creating and operating innovative solutions. Robotics is not just a technical field, but a set of skills that develops abilities such as logic, problem solving and critical thinking.”
These skills have proven essential to prepare young people for future careers. Robotics courses combine practical and theoretical learning, introducing programming concepts, artificial intelligence, automation and use of tools like Arduino boards, sensors and 3D modeling platforms. Furthermore, many specialized schools are adapting their curricula to meet the growing demand for qualified professionals
Although the forecast for the sector is optimistic, Brazil still faces a significant gap in the training of technology professionals. Brasscom points out that, there are almost 700 thousand job openings expected by 2025, a large portion may remain open due to a lack of skilled labor. This discrepancy between supply and demand makes robotics courses an essential path for young people and adults interested in standing out in a highly competitive market
"In addition to filling gaps in the job market", robotics has the power to inspire students to see new possibilities. Many times, they arrive at the course without imagining how much they can achieve and leave with projects that transform their own lives and communities, comment Giroto
The growth in demand for robotics courses also reflects changes in the understanding of how to prepare the next generations. Educational institutions and companies have invested in foundational training, offering courses aimed at children and teenagers. In addition to being a competitive advantage, these technical skills spark interest in areas such as engineering, computer science and artificial intelligence
Robotics goes beyond machines, she prepares people for a more connected future full of possibilities. Daily, I witness how this technology can not only transform industries, but also to open paths for careers that once seemed distant, affirms William Adriano de Andrade de Almeida, specialist in robot programming and industrial automation
The benefits of robotics courses go beyond the job market. They also stimulate socio-emotional skills, like creativity, teamwork and ability to solve complex problems. These skills have been valued not only in technology careers, but in various fields of knowledge
As technology advances and becomes an integral part of daily life, robotics courses are emerging as a trend that is here to stay. With the forecast of continuous market growth and the urgent need to fill qualified positions, the moment is ideal to invest in the training of young talents
When preparing new generations for an increasingly technological job market, robotics not only meets a professional demand, but also inspires future engineers, programmers and scientists transforming the world with innovation and creativity
Giroto reinforces: "Robotics is a bridge between the present and the future". By learning programming and automation concepts from an early age, young people develop a solid foundation to face the challenges of a constantly changing world
