Canary Islands' Double Vocational Training Degrees

Announcement and Implementation

The Canary Islands' education authorities have announced the upcoming implementation of double vocational training degrees starting from the 2026/2027 school year.

This new initiative aims to:

• offer more flexible and comprehensive pathways
• combine two related vocational cycles into a single program or sequentially complete two degrees.

Legal Framework and Alignment

The reforms align with Spain's broader legal framework, including:

• Royal Decree 659/2023
• Organic Law 3/2022

which promote dual certification options to better match industry demands.

Program Structure and Practical Experience

Students in these dual tracks will:

• complete a three-year curriculum
• attain two qualifications
• gain relevant practical experience through company internships.

System Flexibility and International Opportunities

The new system emphasizes:

• adaptability in assessment, promotion, and mobility
• including international exchanges under ERASMUS+ projects

these adaptations are tailored to the specific socio-economic context of the archipelago.

Significance and Goals

This development is significant for residents and expatriates as it seeks to:

• enhance employability
• improve skill versatility.

The introduction of double degrees reflects a strategic effort to:

• modernize vocational education
• offer more tailored and competitive training
• align with labor market needs in Canary Islands' key sectors.