ProBeruf – Vocational Testing in Inter-company Training Centers Open
The "ProBeruf" funding program of the State of Baden-Württemberg supports training center providers in implementing in-depth vocational orientation measures for secondary school students (Sekundarstufe I). The aim is to facilitate the transition of young people into company-based apprenticeships, prevent training dropouts, and provide a solid foundation for career choices.
Who is Funded
The ProBeruf funding program is aimed at providers of training centers based in Baden-Württemberg who wish to enable secondary school students (Sekundarstufe I) to gain in-depth and practical vocational orientation. The aim is to facilitate the transition of young people from school into company-based apprenticeships and prevent training dropouts.
What is Funded
Within the framework of ProBeruf, in-depth vocational orientation measures in inter-company training centers are funded. This includes practical days, their preparation and follow-up, and individual reflection discussions. The measures must build upon the potential analysis and meet specific content criteria to comprehensively prepare young people for their career choice.
Type and Extent of Funding
Funding is provided as a non-repayable grant in the form of a fixed amount per student per day/service unit. Specific amounts are granted for preparation, implementation of BO days, and reflection discussions. The measures must be offered free of charge to students.
Conditions and Requirements
Specific conditions apply to participation in the ProBeruf funding program regarding the implementation of the measures, cooperation with schools, and financial frameworks. These rules ensure that the funding is used purposefully and the quality of vocational orientation is guaranteed.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for ProBeruf requires the annual submission of complete documents to the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism Baden-Württemberg. Projects are selected based on defined criteria, and approval is at the discretion of the Ministry.
Legal Basis
The legal basis of the "ProBeruf" funding program is the information sheet of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism Baden-Württemberg, which sets out the specific provisions for the funding of vocational orientation measures. In addition, general budget laws and other relevant guidelines for project funding apply.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
€20.00 per student for preparation and follow-up, €20.00 per student per day for practical BO days, €20.00 per student for 1:1 reflection discussion
Deadline:
15.06.2025
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training
Beneficiaries:
Education & Training
Funding Stages:
Service Delivery, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism Baden-Württemberg
Managed By: Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour and Tourism Baden-Württemberg
Additional Partners: Business organizations (ÜBS providers), Schools, Teachers, Parents, Companies, local stakeholders, Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)
Website: Ministerium für Wirtschaft, Arbeit und Tourismus Baden-Württemberg