La Xunta de Galicia will require, from now on, to all those who apply to a place for teaching the knowledge of at least one foreign language. This is one of the highlights of the Galician Plan for Plurilingualism. What has not yet been determined is how opponents will demonstrate knowledge of a foreign language.
La Regional Ministry of Education, to this day, still unknown how many teachers from the public network know English language enough as to be able to teach in the same or be able to use it as a pedagogical resource in his teaching work.
For those who aspire to a teaching position, the usual test route is the official accreditation aligned with the CEFR and, in your case, the language qualification which certifies the ability to teach subjects in a foreign language. In addition to being a requirement for competitive examinations, accredit a language is key to study higher levels, graduate in degree, master's or doctorate that they demand it and improve employability.
Requirements and paths to language accreditation
There are several routes to demonstrate the knowledge of a language with academic and administrative validity. Among the most widespread are: Official Language Schools (EOI), University Modern Language Centers and the programs distance training with in-person assessment. All of these options issue or provide certificates. CEFR A1–C2 that educational administrations usually admit for rating and qualification.
- EOI: official certification by CEFR levels and access through registration or classification test.
- That's English!: program a distance with tutorials y exams at the EOI; allows you to perform a VIA test to locate level.
- Modern Language Centers university students: different accreditation routes and specific courses for teachers and applicants.
In all cases, it is advisable to check the availability of each call for applications. minimum level required (frequently B2 or C1, according to body and specialty) and if necessary language qualification specific for teaching in a foreign language.
Official Language Schools in Galicia: levels, access and offerings
Language teachings are official and are taught outside the ordinary stages of the education system. They are offered at the EOI Many languages with courses ranging from A1-A2 a C1-C2, according to the Common European Framework of Reference. To access it is required 16 years in the Making completed in the year of commencement; they can also access older than 14 to study a language other than the one studied, such as first foreign language in secondary school.
It is not mandatory to start with A1: it is possible to direct access by previous qualification or through classification test. In addition, many EOIs teach monographs, teacher training, courses administrative language in Galician y CELGA preparation.
For illustrative purposes, the EOI of A Coruña offers 11 languages (study German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish as a foreign language, French, Galician, English, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Japanese) and, in its sections, programs such as: Arteixo and Cee: English; carballo: German, Spanish as a foreign language, French and English; culleredo: German, Spanish as a foreign language and English.
That's English! It is a program of long distance education with tutorial support at the EOI, where the courses are held pruebas. It starts at a beginner level (no prior knowledge required) and allows for the VIA online test to access the corresponding course during the registration period.
Public programs and aid: internships and further training
The Xunta promotes the internationalization of education with programs that finance language stays abroad for students and teachers. In the case of teachers, there are two common modalities: intensive courses two weeks (for example, in the United Kingdom, France, Portugal or Germany) and integration stays in schools in countries such as Canada, France and Portugal, with a second phase of memory and teaching resources freely accessible.
These calls usually cover items such as teaching, cultural activities, maintenance, accommodation y Services (except transfers to the point of departure and arrival), and are processed through electronic form and presentation at the electronic headquarters of the Xunta.
To Undergraduate Degrees vacancies are being announced three weeks in residential or family regime with destinations such as Canada, United Kingdom, France, Portugal and GermanyThe grant can reach between 69% and 92% of the cost and include accommodation, transfers for activities, monitors, School Supplies, cultural and sports activities, accident insurance y certificates. Usual requirements: be in 1st or 2nd year of Baccalaureate in publicly funded centers, minimum grade of 6 in the language to be perfected and all subjects passed. In the scoring weigh the Average grade, the rent per capita, the large family status and disability ≥33%, in addition to not having been a beneficiary in the previous call. You can consult the scholarships to study high school abroad linked to these calls.
To students There are specific bags, with usual aids from 1.200 € in European countries and 1.500 € in the rest, intended for courses in person between June 1 and August 31 with a minimum of 45 teaching hours. The language is required to be country official (other than Spanish) and be enrolled in a minimum of 50 credits, having passed at least 60 credits before the end of September. The application is made telematically. If you need to know more about the requirements to study abroad, these calls are usually detailed.
University language studies in Galicia
Those who are committed to a philological or linguistic career and want choosing a bilingual career have a solid offer in Galician universities. In the UDC, the first two courses are Spaces to Spanish and Galician-Portuguese; HE go deeper into English from third grade onwards, with options such as a double degree with a British university or obtain a second grade taking an additional year.
La USC offers the degree of English Language and Literature with structure flexible to combine with a second or third language and its literature, or with areas such as General Linguistics, Theory of Literature, Comparative Literature o Romance Philology. In addition, it teaches Modern Languages with itineraries in language and literature German, French, Italian company, Lusophone y Romance philology.
In UVigo highlights the degree in Foreign Languages, with six languages: gallego, Spanish e English as a first language, and alemán, French y Portuguese as secondary, suitable for profiles looking for a multilingual training.
If you need a quick base on the gallego (for example, you arrive from Erasmus), there are practical resources: FAQ with essential usage and speaker data, guides for learn Galician in Galicia or online and listings of reference institutions that regulate, research and promote the language.
Mastering and accrediting a foreign language has become a strategic competition To take competitive exams, advance academically, and find employment opportunities. Galicia offers a complete ecosystem: EOI y CLM to certify, stay programs for real immersion and a college offer that allows you to specialize. With planning, follow-up, and constant practice, the goal is achievable.
