Canary Islands' Leadership Training Program 2026

Overview

The Canary Islands' Institute of Public Administration (ICAP) has approved a new training program for 2026 aimed at enhancing leadership skills among public sector managers. Central to this initiative is the 'Mentor Advanced' course, designed to refine mentoring skills, foster professional growth, and improve service quality within the regional administration.

Program Details

Scheduled from April to November 2026, the program includes:

• Interactive sessions in Gran Canaria and Tenerife
• Practical workshops
• Ongoing follow-ups
• Case-based learning

Participants will:

• Analyze their mentoring roles
• Develop conflict management techniques
• Learn to build more open, diverse, and effective teams

Goals and Target Audience

This initiative continues the success of previous mentoring projects and targets:

• Public employees in leadership roles (those overseeing teams or holding senior positions)
• Individuals who have previously completed foundational training or participated in related activities

The program's active, participatory methods aim to produce tangible leadership improvements, ultimately benefiting public service delivery to Canary Islanders.

Funding and Certification

• Participation in the program is free, fully funded by government training funds.
• Attendance is compulsory.
• Certificates awarded upon successful completion will be officially registered, contributing to personnel development records.

Regional Objectives

The scheme aligns with regional efforts to:

• Foster professional excellence
• Promote a more dynamic, innovative public administration across the islands.