Criticism of the reorganization of the professional training offer
The educational union Ustec·Stes has expressed its concern about the reorganization of the professional training (FP) offer in four educational centers in Barcelona and the metropolitan area for the 2024-2025 academic year. Ustec delegate Miki Mercadal pointed out the lack of planning and the haste in this process, stating that these changes will negatively affect schools and students.
Demonstration against the changes
Faced with this situation, a demonstration has been called in Plaça Urquinaona in Barcelona to show the rejection of the changes. The representatives of the union have criticized that the reorganization only affects public schools, while the chartered schools have not experienced any modification in the FP offer. This has generated uncertainty among students and families, according to Ustec spokeswoman Iolanda Segura.
Impact on students
The changes in the concentration of the VET offer will also have an impact on students who come from outside Barcelona. This could condition them in their educational choice and even cause them to abandon their studies, despite having a guaranteed place in other schools. The representatives of the union have asked for adequate support to implement the FP Dual next year and to ensure that students can spend time in companies.
Reactions of the educational authorities
Sources from the Barcelona Education Consortium have assured that the reorganization of the VET offer has been communicated to the centers in several meetings and that the number of students affected is small. However, the union’s criticisms highlight the concern regarding the implementation of these changes and their impact on the educational community.
