Collaboration between Canary Islands' Health Service and Elena Romeu, S.L.

The Canary Islands' Health Service and Elena Romeu, S.L., operator of the Dental Trainer Vocational School, have formalized a one-year collaboration to provide practical training in health centers for students enrolled in various health-related vocational programs. This agreement aims to bridge classroom learning with real-world clinical experience, enhancing students' skills and employability.

Program Details

• Students from programs such as:
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Radiotherapy
  • Dietetics
  • Medical Documentation
  • Emergency Services
• Will undertake supervised internships within Canary Islands' health facilities.
• Practices are strictly educational, not employment.
• Students will not perform official duties or access internal systems.

Key Focus Areas

• Safety
• Data protection
• Student supervision
• Both parties are responsible for:
  • Insurance coverage
  • Ongoing monitoring

Provisions and Framework

• Duration and logistics of the internships
• Circumstances under which students may be expelled
• Framework for resolving disputes

Context and Goals

This initiative responds to the national push to expand dual Vocational Education and Training (VET) into clinical settings, aiming to produce better-prepared health professionals who understand the realities of the sector.

• For residents and especially expats considering healthcare careers or related studies, it signifies ongoing efforts to align vocational training with practical standards.
• Ultimately, it aims to improve the quality of healthcare workforce training in the region.