The appropriate support depends on the training, individual requirements, and the responsible funding body. For in-company training, technical aids, adjusted work procedures, or additional assistance may make access and learning easier. Part-time training may be suitable if a full daily or weekly training schedule is not possible; the company and trainee must agree to it. The training period is extended in proportion to the reduction in training hours. The Federal Employment Agency can provide advice before and during training and assess special support services related to a disability. Discuss your needs with the company, vocational school, and careers adviser as early as possible before training begins, so that support can be arranged in time and its funding coordinated with the responsible body.
Disability and vocational training in Germany
A disability does not rule out vocational training in Germany. Depending on the need, adjustments at the training workplace, part-time training, or special support from the Federal Employment Agency may be available.
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Plan necessary support early enough for it to match your actual learning and work needs and be available when training begins. Also check whether part-time training would make daily life easier and how the longer training period affects your plans.