Mycological Guide Course 2026

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The Mycological Guide Course 2026 is designed for individuals interested in mycology, regenerative nature tourism, and the responsible harvesting of mushrooms and truffles in Spain. The course is organized and financed by the MicoAragón Association, a partner entity of the European Mycological Institute (EMI), the organization that certifies the training.

Lasting 200 hours and in a blended format, it combines online theoretical classes and in-person practical sessions, offering comprehensive training on fungal biodiversity, its ecology, and its sustainable use. During the training, a detailed manual with the complete content of the training will be provided.

The course covers key aspects such as species identification, ecology, responsible harvesting, regulations, toxicity, mushroom cultivation, marketing, and mycotourism. It is divided into four thematic blocks:

Mycological fundamentals: classification, ecology, and harvesting regulations.
Spring and summer mushrooms: edible and toxic species, with identification practices in the field.
Autumn and winter mushrooms: recognition and collection of species of gastronomic interest.
Truffles and hypogeous fungi: ecology, identification, and their relationship with truffle cultivation.

The course is taught by Javier Marcos Martínez, a biologist and mycology expert with extensive teaching experience. A minimum attendance of 80% is required, as well as passing theoretical and practical assessments to obtain certification from the European Mycological Institute (EMI).

The general registration fee is €242.

See all the information in the Course Program.