Responsibilities of the Employment Agency
The responsible Employment Agency at the residence of the trainee is in charge of processing the application for Vocational Training Assistance (Berufsausbildungsbeihilfe) to finance the Vocational Training (Ausbildung). The local jurisdiction is determined by the primary residence of the applicant, which is verified by a registration certificate.
Tasks of the Employment Agency
The Employment Agency performs various tasks within the framework of Vocational Training Assistance (Berufsausbildungsbeihilfe):
- Advising trainees on the application process and the requirements for Vocational Training Assistance (Berufsausbildungsbeihilfe)
- Reviewing the submitted documents and determining the eligibility criteria
- Establishing the amount of the Vocational Training Assistance (Berufsausbildungsbeihilfe) benefit
- Creating and sending the approval notification
- Processing changes in notifications and reapplication requests
Contact and Consultation
Trainees can contact the responsible Employment Agency directly with questions about Vocational Training Assistance (Berufsausbildungsbeihilfe) for financing the Vocational Training (Ausbildung). Personal consultation appointments are possible by prior arrangement. Additionally, many agencies offer telephone consultations and information sessions.
Online Application
The application can be submitted in person on-site or online through the portal of the Federal Employment Agency. The online application offers the advantage of faster processing and allows uploading the required documents.
Proof of Residence
Since the local jurisdiction of the Employment Agency depends on the residence of the trainee, a current registration certificate of the primary residence must be submitted. This certificate serves as proof for the jurisdiction of the respective agency.
Change of Jurisdiction when Moving
In case of a change of residence during the Vocational Training (Ausbildung), the responsible Employment Agency will also change. The move must be reported to the previous Employment Agency, which will forward the case to the newly responsible agency. This ensures that the Vocational Training Assistance (Berufsausbildungsbeihilfe) benefit continues to be paid.
Important Notes
Trainees should contact the responsible Employment Agency early on to submit the application for Vocational Training Assistance (Berufsausbildungsbeihilfe) completely and on time. Consulting with the agency helps avoid possible mistakes and accelerates the application process.