Apply for continuing education funding at the Employment Agency
Coverage of course fees and, if applicable, payment of a living allowance for vocational training through an education voucher from the Employment Agency or the Job Center.
How to proceed
- 1
Consultation at the Employment Agency/Job Center
Determining the appropriateness and necessity of continuing education.
- 2
Receive an education voucher
Including the period of validity and the objective of the measure.
- 3
Registration with a certified educational institution
With the education voucher, followed by reimbursement of the costs.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 3 weeks
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • The program began before the education voucher was issued
- • The educational institution's accreditation has not been verified
Common reasons for rejection
- • Program and educational institution not certified (AZAV)
- • Continuing education is not required for employment
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Unemployed individuals, employees at risk of unemployment, and, under certain conditions, employees without a vocational qualification.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 weeks
Success rate
approx. 70.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The program began before the education voucher was issued
- •The educational institution's accreditation has not been verified
Common reasons for rejection
- •Program and educational institution not certified (AZAV)
- •Continuing education is not required for employment
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.