Rights and Responsibilities during Vocational Training (Ausbildung) in Germany 2025

A pregnancy during vocational training (Ausbildung) poses special challenges for expectant mothers and training companies. Nevertheless, trainees in this situation are comprehensively protected by legal regulations. The Maternity Protection Act (MuSchG) and the Vocational Training Act (BBiG) ensure that pregnant trainees can continue and successfully complete their vocational training (Ausbildung) without experiencing disadvantages. Important aspects include protection against dismissal, employment bans, maternity protection periods, and financial security through maternity allowance. Both the training company and the trainee must adhere to the applicable protective regulations to ensure the health of both the mother and the child.