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Vocational Training Funding Guideline – Apprenticeship Funding
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Last updated: 14.6.2025

The State of Hesse, through its “Vocational Training Funding Guideline”, supports diverse measures to strengthen training and qualification. The program assists companies in providing apprenticeships for individuals facing difficult starting conditions, as well as inter-company courses, advanced qualifications, and innovative educational projects. The aim is to secure skilled workers and improve vocational education in the state.

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This funding guideline supports a wide range of actors in Hesse dedicated to vocational education. Primarily, companies and educational providers that offer apprenticeships or qualification measures are funded. The programs aim to strengthen the Hessian labor market and enable disadvantaged individuals to access qualified training.

What is funded

The Hessian funding guideline for vocational education supports diverse measures, from providing apprenticeships for disadvantaged groups to inter-company courses, advanced qualifications, and innovative educational projects. The goal is to improve the quality and accessibility of vocational training in Hesse.

Type and extent of funding

Within the framework of this guideline, the State of Hesse provides non-repayable grants for various vocational education measures. The funding amount and duration vary significantly depending on the specific program, from flat rates for apprenticeship remuneration to percentage shares of course costs and fixed premiums. The respective conditions are detailed in the individual program descriptions.

Conditions and requirements

Funding is subject to specific legal and administrative requirements that must be met by applicants and beneficiaries. These include requirements for the application process, compliance with state aid regulations, and correct use of funds. Certain exceptions or conditions may apply depending on the specific funding program.

Application procedure

The application procedure for the various programs of the Vocational Training Funding Guideline generally requires a written application before the start of the project. Depending on the program, applications are submitted to WIBank or the Kassel Regional Council. Specific deadlines after the examination certificate apply for programs such as the promotion premium.

The Vocational Training Funding Guideline is based on a specific guideline of the State of Hesse and is supplemented by a series of federal and state legal provisions. This ensures the legal basis and conformity with applicable state aid regulations.

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Funding Overview

Open Until

Open Until:

30.06.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Demand Driven Scheme

Region

Region:

Hesse (Germany)

Sectors

Sectors:

Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Implementation, Applied Research, Experimental Development

Funding Provider

Program Level: Regional

Funding Body: Hessian Ministry for Economy, Energy, Transport, Housing and Rural Areas

Managed By: Kassel Regional Council, Economic and Infrastructure Bank Hesse (WIBank)

Website: Regierungspräsidium Kassel