The Chilean National Training and Employment Service has expanded its online mining curriculum to ten courses. The updated program adds artificial intelligence modules focused on underground operations and mine closure. Enrollments remain open through September 30, 2026, offering free, self-paced certification to participants nationwide without requiring prior industry experience.
Chile’s push to align workforce readiness with technological shifts in heavy industry has taken a new turn. The Servicio Nacional de Capacitación y Empleo, working alongside specialized platform MineClass, integrated two fresh modules into its digital catalog. The update directly addresses the growing demand for digital fluency in a sector increasingly driven by automation and data analytics.
Regional authorities are actively pushing the initiative to local workers. In Coyhaique, the regional ministerial secretary for mining, José Luis Osorio, emphasized that early preparation can dictate career outcomes when industry hiring cycles accelerate.
José Luis Osorio, Regional Ministerial Secretary for Mining in Aysén, stated that they want their people to be prepared to take advantage of new mining opportunities when they open up, noting that there is currently an opportunity to train for free from anywhere in the region and at each person’s own pace.
New Artificial Intelligence Modules Target Underground Work and Mine Closure
The expanded curriculum introduces two specific four-hour courses built around artificial intelligence applications. The first addition, Underground Mining Project, covers the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, practical workplace implementation, and essential ethical considerations including algorithmic bias and worksite safety. The second new offering, Mine Closure Operations, uses practical case studies to train participants in data-driven decision-making and advanced process optimization.
These technical additions sit alongside eight established training modules, creating a comprehensive ten-course catalog. While specialized programs run from two to sixteen hours, the structure remains entirely asynchronous.
Catalog Structure and Registration Guidelines for Applicants
The ten-part training framework covers diverse operational aspects of the resource extraction sector. The full curriculum list spans technical, economic, and managerial disciplines designed for both newcomers and seasoned personnel.
- Proyecto Minero Subterráneo (4 hours)
- Cierre de Faenas Mineras (4 hours)
- Planificación Minera Subterránea (2 hours)
- Planificación Estratégica del Negocio Minero (4 hours)
- Minería a Cielo Open (16 hours)
- Geología General (4 hours)
- Minería para No Mineros (4 hours)
- Economía de Minerales (4 hours)
- Emprende en Minería (4 hours)
- Gestión de Proyectos Mineros (16 hours)
Accessing the catalog requires meeting three straightforward conditions. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid Chilean identity card, and maintain an active ClaveÚnica account. There are no prerequisites regarding past industry background, opening the virtual classrooms to career switchers as well as active workers.
José Luis Osorio, Regional Ministerial Secretary for Mining in Aysén, added that getting training always adds value, explaining that each course delivers tools that can be useful for those looking to carve out a path in mining or continue growing professionally.
Deadlines and Digital Application Workflow
Registration for all ten programs remains accessible until September 30, 2026. Applicants must navigate to the official Sence portal, locate the course search utility, and filter by the mining sector category. After selecting a preferred module, users authenticate via their national identification number and ClaveÚnica credentials to secure immediate virtual enrollment.
By coupling remote accessibility with official certification, the state-backed initiative attempts to bridge geographical barriers in regions like Aysén.
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