EDUCAÇÃO PROFISSIONAL E TECNOLÓGICA NO BRASIL E DESENVOLVIMENTO SUSTENTÁVEL: ARTICULAÇÕES COM OS ODS DA AGENDA 2030

Abstract

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Brazil, established by the National Education Guidelines and Framework Law (LDB) No. 9,394/1996 and Law No. 11,892/2008, emerges as a key element for sustainable development by integrating technical training, research, and outreach. This article analyzes how TVET can align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda, identifying opportunities, obstacles, and integration strategies. A qualitative approach was adopted, based on a systematic literature review and document analysis, considering both national and international publications from 2015 to 2025 as well as official documents. Content analysis combined with data triangulation enabled the identification of patterns, gaps, and successful practices. The findings indicate that TVET contributes directly to SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by increasing employability, fostering social inclusion, and disseminating socio-environmental and technological competencies. However, regional disparities in availability, institutional weaknesses, curricular deficiencies, and shortcomings in monitoring limit its transformative potential. Positive experiences include the expansion of the Federal Network of Institutes of Education, Science, and Technology (IFETs), regional development initiatives, and innovative approaches such as project-based learning and specialized distance education. The study concludes that institutional strengthening, integrated curricular restructuring, and the implementation of effective monitoring systems are essential to optimize TVET’s impact on the 2030 Agenda, requiring coordinated public policies and cross-sector collaborations.