A Bildungsgutschein is a training voucher issued by the Agentur für Arbeit. It can cover the full tuition of an eligible course and support your next career step.
Funding is subject to individual approval. Your Bildungsgutschein must be approved before the course starts.
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Both the training provider and the chosen course must be approved for Bildungsgutschein funding.
An approved Bildungsgutschein can cover the full tuition of an eligible course.
Your advisor assesses your circumstances and whether further training supports your employment goals.
You may qualify if further training is necessary to help you return to work or prevent unemployment. Eligibility depends on your individual circumstances.
Contact your Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter for a consultation before the course starts. Your advisor assesses whether the training is necessary and whether you meet the funding requirements.
Not sure if you qualify? Our team can help you prepare for your consultation. The Agentur für Arbeit makes the funding decision.
Official Bildungsgutschein guidance from the Bundesagentur für ArbeitContact your Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter to arrange a consultation. Discuss your career goals and whether further training could help you return to work or prevent unemployment.
Your advisor reviews your individual circumstances and decides whether funding can be approved. If you qualify, your Bildungsgutschein sets out the conditions for your training.
Find an approved course that matches your employment goals and the conditions of your voucher. Check its content, dates and costs with the training provider and your advisor.
Submit your voucher to the training provider and confirm that it is valid for your chosen course and start date. Funding must be approved before the course starts.
Our team can help you understand the funding process and prepare questions for your advisor. For more information about funding in Germany, explore our dedicated financing page.