Career Counseling from the Employment Agency
The Federal Employment Agency offers special career counseling for people with disabilities. These advisors specialize in the specific needs of individuals with disabilities and support them in finding suitable training positions (Ausbildungsplätze). They assist with career orientation, place candidates in appropriate training companies, and help with applying for funding.
Integration Offices and Rehabilitation Teams
The integration offices and rehab teams of the Employment Agency offer special programs to support people with disabilities on their path to vocational training (Ausbildung). These teams coordinate measures tailored to the specific needs of apprentices and help in finding suitable apprenticeship positions.
Rehabilitation Measures
Special rehabilitation measures are available for people with disabilities to prepare them for an apprenticeship (Ausbildung). These programs combine practical and theoretical training, taking into account the individual abilities and limitations of the participants. Often, these measures are conducted by educational institutions or vocational promotion agencies.
Inclusion Companies
Inclusion companies offer apprenticeship positions specifically for people with disabilities. These businesses specialize in training and employing people with and without disabilities together. Inclusion companies often provide a particularly supportive working environment and ensure that the apprenticeship (Ausbildung) is adapted to the individual needs of the apprentices.
Support from the Chambers
The Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK) and the Chambers of Crafts offer special programs to promote the vocational training (Ausbildung) of people with disabilities. They assist in finding training companies that are equipped to employ people with disabilities and support both the apprentices and the companies during the training period.
Company Training with Support Services
People with disabilities can complete company-based apprenticeships (Ausbildung), often supported by special measures such as “Assisted Training” or the “Training Allowance.” These programs offer additional support, for example, through mentors who accompany the apprenticeship or through financial incentives for the training company.
Vocational Training Centers (BAW)
Vocational Training Centers (BAW) offer special training programs for people with disabilities. These institutions specialize in enabling individuals with limitations to receive comprehensive vocational education (Ausbildung). In addition to professional training, they often provide social and medical support to optimally assist the apprenticeship.
Representation for Severely Disabled Employees
Many companies have a representation for severely disabled employees who support people with disabilities in apprenticeship and employment matters. This representation advocates for adapting apprenticeship positions to individuals with disabilities and ensuring the necessary support is provided during the vocational training (Ausbildung).
Support Programs and Financial Assistance
Various support programs are available specifically for people with disabilities and their training companies. These include financial assistance such as the “Training Allowance” or the “Vocational Training Assistance” (BAB). These funding resources aim to facilitate both the apprenticeship (Ausbildung) and the integration of people with disabilities into the labor market.
Compensation for Disadvantages in Training
People with disabilities are entitled to compensation for disadvantages during their vocational training (Ausbildung). This allows the apprenticeship to be adapted to individual needs, such as extended examination times or special aids. The compensation for disadvantages is intended to ensure that all apprentices have fair opportunities to successfully complete their training.