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State Programme for Work – A2 Industry-Specific Qualification Projects
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Last updated: 14.6.2025

The State Programme for Work – A2 Industry-Specific Qualification Projects supports continuing education institutions in Schleswig-Holstein. In cooperation with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), innovative qualification modules are to be developed and tested for their employees in the fields of renewable energies, energy industry, information technology, environment, and climate. The programme helps to adapt professional competencies to new market requirements and strengthen the supply of skilled labour in the region.

Who is funded: Target Groups and Regional Focus

The State Programme for Work – A2 Industry-Specific Qualification Projects is aimed at educational providers with a registered office or branch in Schleswig-Holstein. Projects carried out in cooperation with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Schleswig-Holstein are funded to further train their employees in specific economic sectors and thus contribute to securing skilled labour.

What is funded: Projects and Thematic Focus Areas

The programme promotes the development and testing of innovative, industry-specific qualification modules for employees in selected economic sectors. Both personnel costs and material and overhead costs are covered. The developed modules should be novel, accessible, non-discriminatory, and adapt employees' skills to new requirements.

Type and Extent of Funding

The State Programme for Work offers a non-repayable grant for the development of industry-specific qualification projects. The maximum funding amount is up to 85% of the eligible total expenditures, with a co-payment expected from both the educational provider and the participating SMEs. Projects must be completed within a specified period.

Conditions and Requirements

Specific requirements apply to programme participation regarding application submission, cooperations, and the design and content of the qualification modules. Furthermore, provisions for public relations and compliance with EU principles must be observed to ensure project implementation in accordance with funding guidelines.

Application Procedure: Process and Selection

The application procedure for the industry-specific qualification projects involved a time-bound submission of the project application to Investitionsbank Schleswig-Holstein. Projects were selected by an expert jury based on a scoring model that evaluated project conception, suitability of the project sponsor, and financing.

The legal basis for the State Programme for Work – A2 Industry-Specific Qualification Projects is a specific guideline issued within the framework of Schleswig-Holstein's labour market programme and considering various EU regulations. Important accompanying documents are available online from Investitionsbank Schleswig-Holstein.

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Funding Overview

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

85 percent

Deadline

Deadline:

30.06.2023

Open Until

Open Until:

30.09.2025

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

Schleswig-Holstein (Germany)

Sectors

Sectors:

Renewable Energy, Energy Production and Supply, Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Schleswig-Holstein and their employees

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Capacity Building

Funding Provider

Program Level: Regional

Funding Body: Ministry of Economic Affairs, Transport, Labour, Technology and Tourism

Managed By: Investitionsbank Schleswig-Holstein (IB.SH)

Additional Partners: European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus 2021–2027), Ministry of Energy Transition, Climate Protection, Environment and Nature

Website: Investitionsbank Schleswig-Holstein