Multitudes of training slots remain unfilled in the South West region
The "Supported Apprenticeship" (Assistierte Ausbildung, AsA) program in Germany is making a significant impact, particularly for young people who face difficulties in finding vocational training opportunities. As of May, around 67,000 training positions were reported, although this number is fewer than in the two previous years [1].
This program, run by the employment agency, is designed for young people who are disadvantaged on the training market and cannot find a conventional in-company training place. It provides professional assistance and supervision to help participants overcome barriers and complete their vocational training [1].
The number of applicants for these positions has risen to around 46,300 as of May, with an increase of over 16 percent in the number of applicants holding foreign passports compared to the previous year [1]. This trend suggests that the training market is significantly influenced by applicants with a foreign passport.
Martina Musati, head of the regional directorate of Baden-Württemberg, emphasizes the importance of the apprenticeship as the foundation for a stable career path. She also stresses the need to address matching problems between company requirements and young people's qualifications, which often occur in areas such as grades, language skills, and social skills [1].
To help young people without school-leaving qualifications, those who have lost training places, or those unsure how to start vocational training, there are related support measures in place. These include training-related assistance, a BA-funded introductory training program, and extra-company training [1].
Employers who give chances to young people with starting difficulties today will have skilled workers for their own company tomorrow. However, currently, there are around 34,000 training positions unfilled in the southwest, and nearly 22,700 young people are still looking for a training position [1]. Many of these applicants with foreign passports are refugees.
It is crucial not to let the potential of young people with starting difficulties go to waste. The "Supported Apprenticeship" program aims to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to succeed in their chosen vocation. An apprenticeship offers plenty of opportunities, and with the right support, it can be the foundation for a successful career.
The Agency running the "Supported Apprenticeship" program in Germany focuses on education-and-self-development and personal-growth for young people, addressing their difficulties in finding training opportunities. This program, which provides professional assistance and supervision, also encourages career-development, ensuring that every young person has the opportunity to succeed in their chosen vocation.
