The document discusses secondary education opportunities in Portugal for students who have dropped out of or completed compulsory schooling, including vocational education and training courses (CEF) and vocational courses. CEF are organized into levels from Type 1 to Type 7 and aim to stimulate students to continue their education to obtain professional skills. They cover sociocultural, scientific, technological, and practical components. Vocational courses also link education with the professional world and prepare students for post-secondary training or higher education. Both options aim to reduce school drop-out rates and early entry into the labor market.