Education | Training

In Bremen, there are many advice and support services for children, young people, and adults regarding school, education, and further training. They can help you with orientation, planning, and next steps.

Educational leave is a legally regulated, paid leave of absence from work for recognized professional development courses. Employees in Bremen can use educational leave for professional or political education.

The Bremen Youth Employment Agency supports young people in the transition from school to vocational training or employment. It provides advice on apprenticeships, schools, university studies and further career prospects – and is always ready to listen to any problems they may have.

In Bremen, advice centers, schools, and universities are available as contact points. They provide support with individual questions about training, studies, and funding opportunities.

BAföG is the abbreviation for Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (Federal Training Assistance Act). It is a government grant for students and pupils who are in vocational training or university studies. In Bremen, you can apply for BAföG if your income or that of your parents is insufficient. BAföG aims to promote equal opportunities in Germany.

In Bremen, advice centers, schools and universities provide support with filling out the BAföG application and with questions about the procedure.