A SoulCode Academy, a Brazilian edtech dedicated to democratizing digital education, has just made 17 free courses available on YouTube. The courses cover areas such as marketing, entrepreneurship, games, and technology, offering certificates to participants.
The initiative is part of a partnership between YouTube, SoulCode Academy, Unicesumar, and Uniasselvi, which together offer a total of 32 free courses on the platform.
According to the YouTube Impact Report in Brazil (2023), 98% of users accessed the platform in search of learning. This new collaboration aims to expand access to quality education and empower the personal and professional autonomy of millions of Brazilians.
“SoulCode was born with the purpose of transforming lives through digital education, and YouTube allows us to expand this impact, making knowledge more accessible and inclusive. With these courses, we want to empower talents and open doors for those who want to grow in the digital market”, highlights Carmela Borst, CEO and co-founder of SoulCode Academy.
The growing interest in technical training in Brazil is evidenced by the 2023 School Census, which indicates more than 2.41 million enrollments in vocational courses. Furthermore, the “Future of Work” report from the World Economic Forum projects the creation of over 170 million new jobs by 2030, driven by artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. This demand reinforces the importance of agile and accessible training like those offered by SoulCode Academy and its partners.
