Hola otra vez Dick:
I've rung the Spanish CAA and they've confirmed that "distance learning" is not an option at the moment in Spain, nor in the near future. Distance courses are contemplated i the JARs but as you know, the national governments/bodies have to adhere and regulate them.
I suspect that given the power some schools have over the CAA (yes, it's not a joke), they won't open any doors to the competence until they're really forced to do it.
About courses in English, some Schools are indeed offering them, but I don't know anybody enrrolled so I can't comment.
I hope this help but please, drop me a line because I have a couple of ideas. Who knows, perhaps, maybe mañana...
Saludos a todos