Giftedness Support for Vocational Education (Continuing Education Scholarship)

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Who is funded

This scholarship is aimed at young graduates of vocational training who wish to successfully qualify and further educate themselves. The funding applies nationwide and within the EU to further develop professional performance and talent.

What is funded

The scholarship funds continuing education measures after successfully completed vocational training. This includes both general educational measures and specific costs such as travel and accommodation expenses, as well as a one-time IT bonus for the purchase of a computer in the first year of funding.

Type and Extent of Funding

The program offers financial support in the form of a grant. The funding can extend over three years and has a total volume of up to 9,135 EUR per scholarship recipient, with specific annual maximum limits and an additional IT bonus.

Conditions and Requirements

The application for giftedness support in vocational education is subject to specific performance proofs and age restrictions. Double funding for the same costs is excluded.

Application Procedure

The application for giftedness support in vocational education is submitted before the start of the continuing education measure to the respective competent authority. This ensures an individual review of applications based on the defined criteria.

Legal Basis

Giftedness support in vocational education is regulated by a specific guideline from the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, which forms the basis for the implementation of the program and has been published in the Federal Gazette.