Question 1

1. What is FUNDAE?

Accepted Answer

FUNDAE (State Foundation for Employment Training) is the public entity responsible for promoting and managing the continuous training system for companies in Spain, fostering the training of workers.

Question 2

2. What is subsidized training?

Accepted Answer

It is a system that allows companies to finance the training of their employees using a training credit generated by Social Security contributions.

Question 3

3. Where does the training credit come from?

Accepted Answer

Training credits come from the contributions for Vocational Training that companies and workers pay into Social Security. These contributions are intended to promote training.

Question 4

4. What is training credit and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

It is an annual amount that companies can use to train their employees. This credit is applied as a bonus to social security contributions, reducing the direct costs of training.

Question 5

5. What are social insurance policies and how are they related to FUNDAE?

Accepted Answer

Social security includes mandatory contributions for various contingencies, including vocational training. Part of these contributions finances training credits.

Question 6

6. Which companies can access subsidized training?

Accepted Answer

Any company that pays into Vocational Training in Spain can access the credit, regardless of its size or sector.

Question 7

7. Which workers can benefit?

Accepted Answer

• Workers under the general scheme.
 • Fixed-term intermittent workers during periods of inactivity.
 • Employees on furlough or temporary unemployment.
Self-employed individuals and public employees are not eligible.

Question 8

8. What happens if a company does not use its training credit?

Accepted Answer

Unused credit expires at the end of the year. However, it can be carried over to the following two years upon formal request.

Question 9

9. What is an Individual Training Permit (PIF)?

Accepted Answer

It is a leave financed through training credit that allows employees to undertake specific training without losing their salary.

Question 10

10. Can a small business benefit?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all companies have a guaranteed minimum credit of €420, regardless of their size.

Question 11

11. What are the steps to manage subsidized training?

Accepted Answer

• Diagnosis of training needs.
 • Course planning and supplier selection.
 • Notification of the course to FUNDAE (7 days before start).
 • Delivery of training.
 • Application of the bonus in social security.

Question 12

12. What documentation is required?

Accepted Answer

• Attendance lists.
 • Training invoices.
 • Course topics and objectives.
 • Communications registered with FUNDAE.

Question 13

13. What happens if the training does not comply with the regulations?

Accepted Answer

The bonus may be denied and the company could face penalties.

Question 14

14. How does FUNDAE ensure regulatory compliance?

Accepted Answer

FUNDAE conducts audits and inspections to verify that training programs comply with legal requirements.

Question 15

15. What role does the training provider play in the process?

Accepted Answer

The provider must guarantee that the training meets the requirements established by FUNDAE, including content, duration and methodology.

Question 16

16. How do training centers benefit from subsidized training?

Accepted Answer

They can offer subsidized training to their clients, adding value to their service and improving their competitiveness.

Question 17

17. How can a freelance teacher manage subsidized training courses?

Accepted Answer

By working with DEGIR, the teacher can offer subsidized courses, attracting more clients and increasing their income.

Question 18

18. What are the advantages of outsourcing the management of subsidized training?

Accepted Answer

• Saving time and resources.
 • Guarantee of regulatory compliance.
 • Maximizing training credit.

Question 19

19. How can DEGIR Consulting help companies?

Accepted Answer

We take care of everything: from credit assessment to communication with FUNDAE and application of the bonus.

Question 20

20. How does DEGIR optimize subsidized training processes?

Accepted Answer

We offer comprehensive management that ensures every detail complies with regulations and that training is a strategic investment for the company.

Question 21

21. How is available credit calculated?

Accepted Answer

It is calculated based on the amount of contributions for Vocational Training made in the previous year and the size of the workforce.

Question 22

22. What happens if the company does not have enough credit?

Accepted Answer

It can be combined with other options, such as direct payment or agreements with suppliers.

Question 23

23. What is the difference between face-to-face training and online training?

Accepted Answer

Face-to-face training is easier to manage, while online training must meet specific technical and monitoring requirements.

Question 24

24. Can internal courses taught by the same company be subsidized?

Accepted Answer

Yes, provided they meet FUNDAE's requirements and are properly notified.

Question 25

25. What is a training action according to FUNDAE?

Accepted Answer

It is any planned educational activity with specific objectives, designed to improve professional skills.

Question 26

26. What benefits does subsidized training have for employees?

Accepted Answer

• Skills improvement.
 • Greater motivation.
 • Improvements in their professional performance.

Question 27

27. What benefits does it have for the company?

Accepted Answer

• Increased productivity.
 • Savings in training costs.
 • Internal talent development.

Question 28

28. What documentation should be kept after the training?

Accepted Answer

The company must keep the documentation for at least 4 years, including attendance lists, syllabi and invoices.

Question 29

29. What happens if the company is inspected?

Accepted Answer

If everything is in order, the bonus is retained. In case of irregularities, the company may refund the bonus amount.

Question 30

30. How to start managing subsidized training with DEGIR?

Accepted Answer

Contact us. We will analyze your needs, organize the training, and guarantee the effective use of your training credit.

Frequently Asked Questions about FUNDAE Subsidized Training