- Entrance exams for intermediate and higher levels of vocational training and professional certificates of level 2 and 3 for people without prior qualifications have been announced.
- Online registration from March 9 to 19, with exams at the beginning of June in educational centers in Ceuta.
- Age requirements: 17 years for intermediate level, 19 for higher level and 18 for certificates, with exceptions from 16.
- Information, lists and results available at TodoFP, CIDEAD and provincial registration centers and offices.
El Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports, through the General Secretariat for Vocational Training, has launched a new call for entrance exams for Vocational Training Professional certificates are available for those who do not have the qualifications required for entry through the standard pathway. This is an opportunity to enroll in intermediate and advanced vocational training programs (levels C and D) and obtain level 2 and 3 professional certificates.
With this resolution, the Department of Education reinforces one of the main alternative routes to resume formal studiesThese tests are widely used by adults or young people who have left the education system. They demonstrate that individuals possess the basic knowledge necessary to successfully continue their formal education and progress along a learning path that improves their skills. job placement possibilities.
Who can apply and what can be studied
The call is aimed at those who They do not have the academic degree which provides direct access to vocational training cycles or professional certificates, but who wish to train within the framework of the official Vocational Training system. These tests open the door to studying intermediate and advanced vocational training cycles (Grades C and D) and obtain professional certificates of level 2 and 3, qualifications highly valued in the job market.
In the case of training cyclesPassing the test allows enrollment in intermediate or higher education programs linked to different professional fields, while access to the professional certificates Level 2 and 3 qualifications facilitate the accreditation of specific skills for a particular job. In this way, the extraordinary access route acts as a kind of "side door" to the education system for those who have already acquired experience or knowledge through other means.
These tests are specifically designed for people who, despite not having a secondary school diploma or baccalaureate, believe they have the sufficient educational base to pursue higher-level studies. They are also of interest to those who are already working and want to regularize or improve their qualifications through an official certificate or a vocational training course.
In Spain and Europe, this type of call for proposals fits with the general push towards Vocational training as a qualification pathway fast and tailored to the needs of the productive fabric, in sectors such as industry, services, information technology or care, among others.
Registration deadlines: key dates in March
The period for applying for a place in these entrance exams has been set from the 9 to the March 19During those days, interested parties must complete and register their application following the procedure established by the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports.
This relatively short timeframe requires careful planning: those wishing to apply must gather the necessary documentation in advance and ensure that they meet the age, qualification, and residency or nationality requirements stipulated in the resolution. Once the deadline has passed, no new applications will be accepted.
Following the registration phase, the education administration will publish the lists of admitted and excluded personsThis usually opens a period for appeals or correction of errors before publishing the final lists. From there, the distribution of candidates by centers and exam rooms will be organized.
Although the bulk of the call focuses on Ceuta and the autonomous cities, the general scheme of deadlines and steps to follow is similar to that applied by other autonomous communities in Spain when they call their own. Access tests to formative cycles, which contributes to a certain homogeneity throughout the territory.
When and where will the exams be held?
The tests will be held in early June at different locations. educational centers in CeutaThe sessions are spread over two days, depending on the level you wish to access. This schedule allows applicants several weeks, from the registration deadline, to prepare. prepare the materials object of examination.
El 1 June The entrance exams are scheduled for intermediate level and Level 2 professional certificatesThese exams will take place at CIFP nº 1 in Ceuta, a leading center in the autonomous city for this type of Vocational Training education.
In turn, the 2 June The tests will take place for those who wish to study a superior grade or a level 3 professional certificate. In this case, the exam venue will be IES Almina, another of the institutes that concentrate vocational training offerings in the territory.
On both days, those summoned must arrive with the advance notice indicated in the official summons, identify themselves with the required documentation, and follow the instructions from the evaluation committeeThe tests are usually structured in different areas (communication, social field, scientific-technological or specific parts, depending on the level), although the specific call for applications details its content and duration better.
Age requirements and general conditions
In order to participate in these tests, it is essential to meet certain requirements. age requirements during the year 2026In the case of access to intermediate-level vocational training cycles, it is required to have completed at least 17 years in the Making in that calendar year, while for the higher grade the minimum age is raised to 19 years in the Making.
With regard to professional certificates For levels 2 and 3, the general rule is to have reached the 18 years in the Making throughout 2026. However, the resolution includes exceptions for people over the age of 16 years in the Making that have left the education system, which opens the door to a younger profile seeking to redirect their educational path.
Along with age, there is one fundamental condition: the applicants They cannot meet the direct entry academic requirements established by the regulations. That is, they must not already have the qualification that, by itself, would allow them to enter a middle-level or higher-level vocational training cycle or the corresponding certificate without the need for an exam.
Furthermore, it will be mandatory to comply with the nationality or residence conditions indicated in the call for applications. Normally, it is required to be a Spanish citizen, a citizen of the European Union, or a citizen of other States in certain circumstances, or to prove a legal residence status in Spain, although the details are specified in the resolution and in the supplementary instructions of the Ministry.
How to submit applications
The registration procedure will be carried out preferably electronically through the electronic headquarters of the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport. This method allows the process to be completed without travel and is in line with the progressive digitalization of public administration.
To complete the process online, you will need one of the following accepted identification systems: electronic certificate Recognized electronic ID or Cl@ve PIN system credentials. Once inside the headquarters, the interested party must fill out the form, attach the requested documentation and confirm the registration within the established deadline.
Exceptionally, the foreign applicants who do not have a DNI or NIE they will be able to complete the registration in personIn these cases, registration will be carried out at the provincial offices of the Ministry or at the secretariats of the centers where the exams will be held, following the instructions of the administrative staff.
In either case, it is important to keep the receipt for submitting the application, as it will serve as proof that the process has been completed and may be useful in case of any issues with the lists of admitted applicants.
Where to find listings, results and more information
Once the registration period has closed and the necessary checks have been carried out, the administration will publish the lists of admitted and excluded persons...as well as, later on, the test results. All this information will be centralized on several official channels.
First, the call for applications and its updates will be available in the official portal of Vocational Training TodoFPThe Ministry's reference website for this type of education. Details can also be accessed through the website of the CIDEAD (Center for Innovation and Development of Distance Education), which disseminates information related to the educational offerings of the organization.
In addition, registration centers and provincial offices The autonomous cities will facilitate access to documentation, lists, and any additional communications. Those with questions about requirements, deadlines, or the structure of the test can go to these information points or consult the frequently asked questions available on the official websites.
With this call for applications, the Ministry of Education is reactivating a widely used channel for access Vocational Training without prior qualifications, offering those who dropped out of school or did not obtain the required degree the opportunity to resume their academic career and pursue degrees that are in high demand in today's job market.
