GOL Programme — PNRR · Next Generation EU Funded by Umbria Region · 100% free for you

GOL Programme · Umbria Region · Since 1994

Professional courses
100% free
in Umbria

You are unemployed or not currently working
Resident or domiciled in Umbria
Adult (Italians, EU citizens, non-EU with valid permit)

FREE no fees · no enrollment costs

100% funded by the GOL Programme — PNRR Umbria Region
Recognised professional qualification · Locations across Umbria
Employment support included

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We'll call you back within 24h · No commitment · Zero costs

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Certifications and institutional accreditations

Programma GOL
Regione Umbria

Ente Accreditato
Regione Umbria

Organismo Iscritto
Commissione EU

WACS
Certified

Certificazione
Qualità ISO 9001

Programma GOL
Regione Umbria

Ente Accreditato
Regione Umbria

Organismo Iscritto
Commissione EU

WACS
Certified

Who can apply

Do you qualify?
Most likely yes.

Unemployed or not working

Even if you've never worked before. No sector experience or specific qualifications required.

Resident in Umbria

Resident or domiciled in the province of Perugia or Terni. Training locations near your home.

Adult with valid ID

Italian citizens, EU citizens and non-EU nationals with a valid residence permit.

No prerequisites needed

We start from scratch. No professional experience or specific education required.

Not sure if you qualify? Book a free consultation — we'll check for you in 5 minutes.

GOL training offer

Which course do you want?

All 100% free. Professional qualifications from Chef Academy, TEKNA and EXPERT.

Kitchen Assistant

Professional qualification

Pastry Chef

Professional qualification

Pizza Maker

Professional qualification

Barman / Bartender

Professional qualification

Make Up Artist

Professional certification

EIPASS IT Certification

Digital skills

Not sure which to choose?

We'll help you — free consultation →

Three concrete benefits

At zero cost, with full support

100% free course

No enrollment fees, no monthly payments. The GOL Programme of Umbria Region, funded by PNRR – Next Generation EU, covers the full cost of training.

Locations across Umbria

Choose the accredited location closest to where you live. Less travel, more convenience.

Employment support

Employment Centres and Labour Agencies (APL) support you in finding stable work after the course.

How it works

From form to course in 3 steps

Fill in the form

Takes 30 seconds. Just your name, phone and email. No commitment.

Free consultation

We'll call you back within 24h, check your eligibility and choose the right course together.

Enrol and start

We guide you through the GOL application. Start your free course near home.

About us

Chef Academy: 30 years of excellence in Umbria

Formazione pratica nei laboratori Chef Academy

Hands-on training

Professional labs with industry-standard equipment

You learn the profession directly in the lab, side by side with expert trainers.

State recognition

Professional qualifications recognised by the Italian State

D.M. MLPS 30/06/2015. EQF Framework. ISO 9001 and WACS certified.

GOL Programme

Accredited GOL Programme provider

Chef Academy and TEKNA — Accredited provider for the GOL Programme of Umbria Region.

100% public funding

Why it's genuinely free

The GOL (Garanzia di Occupabilità dei Lavoratori) programme of Umbria Region, funded by PNRR – Next Generation EU, covers 100% of training costs. There are no hidden fees, deferred payments or cancellation penalties.

Funded by the European Union · NextGenerationEU · PNRR

€ 0

Your cost — 100% covered by the GOL Programme

No enrollment fee
No monthly payments
No cost for teaching materials
Employment support included in the programme

Book the free consultation →

What our students say

Thousands of students have already started

"I had no experience and now I work in a kitchen. All free thanks to GOL — I couldn't believe it until I started."

Martina R.

GOL Chef Course

"They guided me step by step through the application. Within two weeks I was in class, near home. Highly recommended."

Alessandro P.

GOL Pizza Maker Course

"Hands-on course with real professional teachers. After qualifying I found my first clients right away."

Giulia M.

GOL Make Up Artist

FAQ

Answers to your questions

Is the course really free? Are there hidden costs?

Yes, 100% free. The GOL Programme of Umbria Region funded by PNRR fully covers all training costs. No fees, no enrollment costs, no paid materials and no penalties.
I've only just become unemployed — can I apply?

Yes. The programme is open to anyone who is unemployed or not working, regardless of how long. Even those who have never worked before can apply.
Do I need to register at the Employment Centre first?

No, not before contacting us. We guide you through all the bureaucratic steps, including any CPI registration, during your free consultation.
How long does the course last?

Duration varies by course. During the free consultation we'll give you the full calendar with timetables and the nearest location to you.
I have a residence permit — can I apply?

Yes. The programme is open to Italian, EU and non-EU citizens with a valid residence permit, resident or domiciled in Umbria.
When does the programme close?

Funds are limited and allocated progressively. We recommend booking your free consultation as soon as possible to secure your place.

Professional courses 100% free in Umbria

Do you qualify?Most likely yes.

Which course do you want?

At zero cost, with full support

From form to course in 3 steps

Chef Academy: 30 years of excellence in Umbria

Why it's genuinely free

Thousands of students have already started

Answers to your questions

Funds are limited. Book now — it's free.

Professional courses
100% free
in Umbria

Do you qualify?
Most likely yes.