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This document describes the vocational education and training system in Spain, beginning in chapter 1 with the administrative, demographic, and economic background in which the training system exists. Chapter 2 provides a brief historical review of the development of the training systems; discusses regulated vocational education and training; presents the law governing the general regulation of the education system (LOGSE, 1990); and covers occupational training. Chapter 3 provides information about Spain's Ministry of Education and Science; funding agencies; and vocational training levy. Chapter 4 provides an indication of present trends and developments; the impact of European Community vocational training programs in Spain; and information pertaining to conclusions and possible solutions. Appendixes contain 30 references and the following: list of acronyms and abbreviated titles; principal agencies involved in provision or regulation of vocational training; glossary; principal acts of legislation impacting on vocational training and the anticipation of the reforms; and an article on change in the system (Julio S. Fierro). (YLB)