Canarian Government Announces Reorganization of Specialized Language Courses

Overview

The Canarian government has announced new instructions to reorganize and regulate specialized language courses at Official Language Schools in the region. These courses aim to enhance language skills among teachers, professionals, and adults with specific learning needs, offering levels from basic to advanced (A1 to C2) based on the European Framework.

Course Organization and Guidelines

• The updated guidelines clarify course organization, including:
  • Types
  • Modes (in-person, semi-online, online)
  • Duration (30 or 60 hours)
  • Assessment standards
• Emphasis on attendance: students must attend at least 85% of classes to earn a certificate.
• The initiative establishes a clear process for planning course offerings:
  • Analyzing regional training needs
  • Proposing courses
  • Obtaining approval from the regional education authority.

Application Processes

• outline for prospective students:
  • Eligibility criteria
  • Priority criteria (e.g., employed or unemployed individuals, teachers)
  • Procedures for requesting and confirming places.
• Special provisions for students with disabilities:
  • Ensuring accessibility through tailored adaptations.

Courses and Specializations

• The rules include a comprehensive catalog of available specialization courses, covering:
  • Language skills
  • Cultural communication
  • Professional language tailored to sectors like:
    • Tourism
    • Healthcare
    • Administration

Objectives and Benefits

• These measures aim to:
  • Modernize language training
  • Improve professional and public communication
  • Respond to regional educational and workforce demands
• Ultimately benefiting:
  • Residents
  • Expatriates involved in or affected by regional language education policies.