Institut Escola del Treball

What Institut Escola del Treball does

Institut Escola del Treball de Barcelona is a public, in-person vocational education institution founded in 1873 (officially inaugurated under its current name in 1914), dependent on the Consorci d'Educació de Barcelona (joint governance by Ajuntament de Barcelona and Generalitat de Catalunya). The school operates from the Recinte Escola Industrial complex in Barcelona as a Centre de Formació Professional Integrada, offering Catalonia's largest vocational training portfolio: over 40 cicles formatius (intermediate CFGM and higher-grade CFGS) across administration, graphic arts, civil construction, electricity, electronics, mechanical manufacturing, wood/furniture, IT and telecommunications, installation/maintenance, chemistry, and energy/water disciplines, supplemented by Batxillerat, Training and Insertion Programs (PFI) for at-risk youth, specialization post-graduate courses, SOC-funded professionalization courses, and adult continuous education.

The institution serves 3,000+ students annually with 280 employees and 115 active courses, and maintains a placement ecosystem with 350+ collaborating companies for FCT (Formació en Centres de Treball) and DUAL training programs. Its technology stack is operationally standard: a Moodle-based learning management system and a custom multi-portal platform (apps.escoladeltreball.org) providing student, teacher, and enterprise portals for grades, attendance, internships, job board access, and administration. The Borsa de Treball job placement service and Punt d'Informació i Orientació Professional career guidance office complete the service layer, alongside Erasmus+ international mobility programs coordinated through SEPIE and partner foundations.

The business model is public-sector funded: primary revenue flows from the Consorci d'Educació de Barcelona and Generalitat de Catalunya, supplemented by EU Next Generation funding, Ministeri d'Educació scholarships, and modest tuition fees for some specialization courses. SOC-funded courses are delivered free of charge to job seekers. The school holds ISO 9001 (2007), ISO 45001, and QUALIcat (2010) certifications, and received the Premi ARA Carles Capdevila 2024 award for educational trajectory. Recent strategic activity includes the launch of renewable-energy vocational courses, the EdtWomenDays initiative targeting female participation in technical fields, and a 2024 leadership transition appointing Gemma Olmo as Director.

Name

Institut Escola del Treball

Legal name

Institut Escola del Treball de Barcelona

Website

https://escoladeltreball.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1914

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Institut Escola del Treball de Barcelona is a public vocational training institution in Barcelona, founded 1873, serving 3,000+ students annually across 115 courses and 40+ vocational programs with 280 employees and 350+ corporate partners, operated under the Consorci d'Educació de Barcelona.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Competitive Exam Prep (Olympiads, academic competitions, entrance contests) (EDANABAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Integrated Language + Academic Skills (EAP) Bridging Programs (EDAIAJAF), Teacher Training & Professional Development for Adult ESL (TESOL/TEFL/CELTA for Adult Ed) (EDAAACAM)

Keywords

• Vocational training
• Professional education
• Technical education
• Vocational courses
• Adult education

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Funding: Primary funding from the Consorci d'Educació de Barcelona (Ajuntament de Barcelona - Generalitat de Catalunya). The school participates in EU Next Generation funding programs (Plan de Recuperación Transformación y Resiliencia).
2. Course Fees: Tuition fees for various vocational courses, specialization courses, and continuous education programs. Scholarships available through Ministeri de Educació programs.
3. Free Training Programs: Some courses are offered free of charge, funded through public employment services (SOC) and EU Next Generation programs, supporting workforce development initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Institut Escola del Treball is a public post-compulsory educational institution in Barcelona offering intermediate vocational training (CFGM), higher vocational training (CFGS), training and insertion programs (PFI), specialization courses (Postgrau FP), baccalaureate, and SOC-funded professionalization courses. It supplements academic programs with student services including a Moodle-based virtual learning environment, a student portal, a job placement service (Borsa de Treball), professional guidance, and Erasmus+ international mobility programs.

Product overview

Institut Escola del Treball de Barcelona operates as a Centre de Formació Professional Integrada (Integrated Professional Training Centre) offering a comprehensive portfolio of vocational and professional education programs. The portfolio consists of intermediate-level vocational training (CFGM), advanced vocational training (CFGS), training and insertion programs (PFI), specialization courses (Postgrau FP), baccalaureate programs, and professionalization courses in collaboration with SOC. The institution supplements its educational offerings with student services including a student portal (Portal de l'Alumnat), Moodle-based virtual learning environment, job placement services (Borsa de Treball), professional guidance (Punt d'Informació i Orientació Professional), and international mobility programs (Erasmus+). With over 3,000 students, 115 courses, 280 employees, and 350 collaborating companies, it is Catalonia's largest professional training institution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EdTWomenDays: Project aimed at capturing female talent in traditionally masculinized professional families, promoting gender equality in key professional sectors.
• Centre de Formació Professional Integrada

Products and services

• Cicles Formatius de Grau Mitjà (CFGM) Intermediate vocational training programs covering professional families such as Administration and Management, Graphic Arts, Civil Construction, Electricity, Electronics, Mechanical Manufacturing, Wood and Furniture, IT and Telecommunications, Installation and Maintenance, and Chemistry. Targeted at students aged 15+ seeking professional qualifications for direct entry into skilled trades.
• Cicles Formatius de Grau Superior (CFGS) Advanced vocational training programs at the higher education level, including Energy and Water, providing specialized professional qualifications for career advancement or university access. Targeted at students seeking qualifications equivalent to university-level studies.
• Programes de Formació i Inserció (PFI) Training and insertion programs designed to facilitate the transition of young people aged 16-21 into the labor market or further vocational training, with an emphasis on practical skills development. Targeted at youth at risk of dropping out or with basic qualification gaps.
• Cursos d'Especialització (Postgrau FP) Specialization courses for professionals seeking to update or expand their skills in specific technical areas, offering advanced training beyond standard vocational qualifications. Targeted at working professionals and recent graduates.
• Batxillerat Baccalaureate programs providing general secondary education that prepares students for higher education, with classes held in the morning session from 8:00 to 14:30. Targeted at students completing secondary education before university or vocational training.
• Cursos de Professionalització (SOC) Professionalization courses offered in collaboration with the Servei d'Ocupació de Catalunya (SOC), providing occupational training and professional development opportunities for job seekers and workers. Targeted at SOC-registered adults seeking workforce reintegration.
• Borsa de Treball (Job Placement Service) Job placement service connecting students and graduates with collaborating companies, facilitating the transition from education to employment. Targeted at current students, alumni, and the 350+ partner companies.
• Punt d'Informació i Orientació Professional Information and professional guidance service helping students with career counseling, study options, and labor market orientation. Targeted at current and prospective students seeking personalized academic and career advice.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000+ students trained annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Consorci d'Educació de Barcelona (Ajuntament de Barcelona - Generalitat de Catalunya)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school is a public center under the Consorci d'Educació de Barcelona, jointly managed by Barcelona City Council and the Government of Catalonia. This governance structure provides public funding and oversight.
• Fundació BCN Formació ProfessionalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides economic aid for international internship placements through Erasmus+ project for students and recent graduates of vocational training, both middle and higher grade.
• Fundació Human AgeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOrganizes TALENT RACE, an orientation workshop for employment for vocational training students with disability certificates, sponsored by El País newspaper.
• Associació Xarxa FPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManages the selection process and economic aid for international internship placements through Erasmus+ Basic Vocational Training project for professional practices in Europe.
• SEPIE (Servicio Español para la Internacionalización de la Educación)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipating center in SEPIE calls for international mobility programs. Coordinates Erasmus+ programs for student and faculty exchanges.
• Servei d'Ocupació de Catalunya (SOC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSOC-authorized training center offering professionalization courses. Collaborates on continuous education and occupational training programs.
• 350+ Collaborating CompaniescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOver 350 companies collaborate with the school for FCT (Formació en Centres de Treball) and DUAL training placements, providing students with practical work experience and potential future employment.
• Fundació Paco Puerto deCCOOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates with the school on courses such as photovoltaic solar energy training, providing expertise and support for professional development programs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Fundació Bertelsmann: Foundation focused on improving dual vocational training in Spain through research, employer engagement, and pilot programs. Shapes the policy environment in which the institution operates its DUAL/FCT programs.
• Coursera: Global online learning platform offering professional certificates and vocational credentials from universities and companies. Represents a competitive alternative for self-directed learners and corporate training budgets.
• CEAC: Private online vocational training provider offering professionalization courses and certifications across Spain. Competes for adult reskilling and SOC-funded training demand that the institution also addresses.
• IMF Smart Education: Private vocational training and higher-education provider with strong online and blended formats. Competes for adult learners and continuous education students with more flexible delivery than in-person FP centers.

Broad incumbents

• Universitat de Barcelona (UB): Large public university in Barcelona offering broad academic and professional programs. Receives CFGS graduates as university entrants and competes for the same post-secondary student pool.
• Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC): Public technical university in Catalonia offering engineering and technology degrees. Overlaps with the institution's CFGS higher-grade technical training but at university level, serving students who progress from FP into higher education.

Direct peers

• Escola Pia de Catalunya: Historic private educational network offering FP cycles (CFGM/CFGS) alongside secondary education in Catalonia. Comparable in scope of vocational programs and in operating in the same regional market.
• Salesians de Sarrià: Private vocational training institution in Barcelona offering CFGM/CFGS programs across multiple technical families. Directly comparable as a Barcelona-based FP center competing for the same student and employer base.
• La Salle FP Catalunya: Network of La Salle vocational training centers in Catalonia offering intermediate and higher-grade FP cycles. Closely comparable in program mix, target student demographics, and employer partnership model.

Regional players

• SEPE (Servicio Público de Empleo Estatal): Spanish national public employment service that funds and coordinates occupational training. Acts as both a partner (funding SOC courses) and an indirect competitor through its own training programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/institut-escola-del-treball

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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