🌴 Canary Islands Government Announcements

Canarian Public Administration Launches New Training Plan for Public Employees

Published: January 20, 2026|education|Gobierno de Canarias

Canary Islands Public Administration New Training Plan

Overview

The Canary Islands' Public Administration has approved a new training plan aimed at enhancing the skills of its public employees. This plan, endorsed in December 2025, opens registration for various training programs, including general and interadministrative courses, which are fully funded by government resources.

Eligible Participants

  • Civil servants working across the Canary Islands' public sector
  • Local governments
  • Universities
  • The Parliament

Exceptions include teachers in non-university education and health staff.

Registration Process

  • Participants can request participation in up to six courses via the ICAP online portal.
  • Applicants must verify or update their personal data within a 15-day window after the announcement.
  • The deadline for submissions is one month from the publication date, January 20, 2026.

Course Details

  • Courses feature multiple formats: face-to-face, online, and combined.
  • Participation is mandatory once registered.
  • Successful candidates will be notified at least six days before the course begins.

Certification and Outcomes

  • Certificates of attendance or achievement are available depending on participation levels.
  • Digital certificates will be issued within three months.

Policy Highlights

  • The plan emphasizes equal opportunities, reserving places for people with disabilities and women.
  • Outlines rules on cancellations, penalties, and data protection.

Objectives

  • Supports continuous professional development.
  • Aims to improve public service quality across the Canary Islands.