Initial training
The initial training of magistrates for judicial courts comprises a theoretical-practical training course, organized in two successive cycles, and an admission stage.
The 1st cycle of the theoretical-practical training course takes place at CEJ headquarters, without prejudice to short-term interim internships in the courts. This cycle begins on the 15th of September following the entrance exam and ends on the 15th of July of the following year.
The 2nd cycle of the theoretical-practical training course takes place in the courts of law, within the scope of the chosen judiciary. It starts on 1 September following the end of the 1st cycle and ends on 15 July of the following year.
The entry stage also takes place in the courts, within the scope of the chosen judiciary. It starts on 1 September following the end of the 2nd cycle and ends on 15 July of the following year.
The theoretical-practical training course has as its fundamental objectives to provide justice auditors with the development of qualities and the acquisition of technical skills for the exercise of the functions of a judge in judicial courts and in administrative and tax courts and as a public prosecutor.