• Higher Degree in Administration and Finance: This training is the most in-demand, equipping students to manage administrative and financial tasks within businesses.
• Higher Degree in Early Childhood Education: Specialists in early childhood education continue to be highly sought after for the care and education of young children.
• Higher Degree in Social Integration: This degree trains professionals capable of social intervention with individuals and communities at risk or in exclusion.
• Higher Degree in Teaching and Socio-sport Animation: This profile merges pedagogical skills with physical-sport activities for a dynamic social environment.
• Higher Degree in Multiplatform Application Development: This degree meets the growing need for applications across various devices and operating systems.
• Higher Degree in Network Systems Administration: This training prepares technicians to manage and maintain computer systems in network environments.
• Higher Technician in Electrotechnical and Automated Systems: These professionals are responsible for developing and maintaining automated systems in the industry.
• Higher Technician in Clinical Laboratory and Biomedical Analysis: These technicians perform essential clinical analyses for the diagnosis and monitoring of diseases.

In Spain, the range of Higher-Level Vocational Training (Formación Profesional de Grado Superior) programs is quite broad, covering nearly all sectors of the economy and aligning with various professional interests. Here are some of the fields in which you can specialize:

1. Physical Activities and Sports: Training aimed at teaching and leading physical and sports activities.
2. Administration and Management: Courses designed to train individuals in administrative and business management tasks.
3. Agricultural: Specialized training in the agricultural sector, from production to the management of agricultural businesses.
4. Graphic Arts: Technical preparation in the design and production of graphic materials.
5. Arts and Crafts: Studies focused on artistic creation and both traditional and contemporary craftsmanship.
6. Commerce and Marketing: Courses to train specialists in trade, sales, and marketing strategies.
7. Building and Civil Works: Technical training in construction, urban planning, and building projects.
8. Electricity and Electronics: Studies to become a technician in electrical installations and electronic circuits.
9. Energy and Water: Courses related to the management and maintenance of energy and water installations.
10. Mechanical Manufacturing: Training in manufacturing processes and machining.
11. Hospitality and Tourism: Studies for working in the management and operation of hospitality and tourism services.
12. Personal Image: Courses focused on aesthetics, hairdressing, and beauty treatments.
13. Image and Sound: Technical training in audiovisual and multimedia production.
14. Food Industries: Studies on food processing and quality control.
15. Extractive Industries: Preparation for the exploitation and processing of mineral resources.
16. Computing and Communications: Courses to develop skills in the field of computing and telecommunications.
17. Installation and Maintenance: Training in the assembly and maintenance of infrastructures.
18. Wood, Furniture, and Cork: Specialized courses in the production and design of wooden and cork objects and furniture.
19. Maritime Fishing: Studies related to fishing and maritime activities.
20. Chemistry: Training in chemical processes and laboratory work.
21. Health: Courses aimed at healthcare and health services.
22. Security and Environment: Studies in risk prevention, security, and environmental management.
23. Sociocultural Services and the Community: Training to work in social, cultural, and community services.
24. Textile, Clothing, and Leather: Specialized courses in the design and production of textiles and leather goods.
25. Vehicle Transport and Maintenance: Studies to become a technician in vehicle maintenance and transport logistics.
26. Glass and Ceramics: Training in working techniques with glass and ceramics for various uses.

These areas of study provide you with the practical and theoretical skills needed to enter the labor market or improve your position in it, as well as to pursue further education if you wish. For information on qualifications available in the Valencian Community, you can follow this link (which would typically be provided here in context).

The cost of Higher-Level Vocational Training (Formación Profesional de Grado Superior or CFGS) in Spain can vary significantly depending on whether you choose to study at a public or private center.

• In Private Centers: The average cost of studying a CFGS in a private center is around 3,000 euros per academic year. However, depending on the specialty and the center, prices can be much higher, reaching up to 10,000 euros per year in some cases.
• In Public Centers: If you opt for a public center, the cost is considerably reduced. In these cases, students only need to pay the registration fees, which generally do not exceed 300 euros for the entire academic year.

It’s important to note that these costs can vary depending on the autonomous community, the demand, and the prestige of the center, as well as possible financial aid or scholarships that may be available. Therefore, it is always recommended to consult directly with the educational center or the corresponding educational authority to obtain accurate and updated information on enrollment and tuition costs for CFGS.

Cut-off marks in Higher-Level Vocational Training (Formación Profesional de Grado Superior) act as a selection mechanism when the number of applicants exceeds the number of available spots for a particular training cycle in public centers. The educational administrations of the autonomous communities establish criteria based on students’ grades to organize the applications and allocate the spots.

Therefore, the cut-off mark is the grade of the last admitted applicant to a cycle, and it varies each year depending on factors such as the popularity of the training cycle, the number of applicants, and the spots offered at each educational center.

If you want to access a Higher Vocational Training Cycle in a public center and the cycle of your interest has more applications than available spots, your admission will depend on the cutoff mark. This means that you will need to have a grade equal to or higher than the cutoff mark to secure a place. It is important to note that this mark is variable: it changes each year and can differ between autonomous communities, specialties, and centers. Therefore, it is essential to be aware of the required grades and to prepare adequately if you are in a competitive selection process.

We have a cutoff mark calculator for vocational training cycles in the Valencian Community if you access it through the Access Test. Check it out here.

The access exams for Higher-level Vocational Training Cycles are designed to assess the abilities and knowledge of candidates who do not have the necessary academic qualifications for direct access. These exams vary in content and format depending on the autonomous community where they are carried out, conforming to local requirements and curricula. We explain what the exams are like in the Valencian Community here.