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Skills Development
Opportunities Act
With the Skills Development Opportunities Act (QCG), companies and employees can receive government-funded training. Subsidies can be applied toward training costs or salary. Sound good?
We will check free of charge whether you or your company are eligible – including support with the application and implementation process for QCG funding.
What is the Skills Development Opportunities Act?
The Skills Development Opportunities Act is a funding program from the Federal Employment Agency that supports companies and employees in professional development. The goal of QCG funding is to prepare skilled workers for the changes driven by digitalization, automation, and structural shifts in the labor market. This means that every training program becomes predictable, affordable, and strategically useful – for both employees and employers.
Depending on company size, QCG funding covers:
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Skills Development Opportunities Act
Employees vs. Employers
Skills Development
Opportunities Act for employees
Your benefits with QCG training:
Typical areas eligible for funding through us as a training provider under the Skills Development Opportunities Act:
Qualification Opportunities Act for employers
Benefits for companies:
Who and how much is funded?
The amount of training cost coverage and wage continuation depends on the size of your employer and the specific training measure. The funding provided under the Qualification Opportunities Act (Qualifizierungschancengesetz) distinguishes between three types:
Degree-oriented training
If you have a professional qualification but have been working in a different field for over four years, the Federal Employment Agency provides funding to help you complete qualified training in your current profession. Both you and your employer will be reimbursed for the full training costs and wage expenses.
A prerequisite for funding is that the training program exceeds 120 hours and the training provider is AZAV-certified—just like velpTEC. Additionally, the training must provide skills that go beyond short-term instruction, and your last qualification measure must have taken place at least two years ago.
Professional development for employees
If you want to expand your skills or adapt them to new requirements, your company can receive funding for your training costs of up to 100% and salary costs of up to 75%, depending on the company's size. A prerequisite for funding is that the training program exceeds 120 hours and the training provider is AZAV-certified—just like velpTEC. Additionally, the training must provide skills that go beyond short-term instruction, and your last qualification measure must have taken place at least two years ago.
Qualification benefits
Alternatively, as of April 1, 2024, your employer can apply for qualification benefits (Qualifizierungsgeld) from the Federal Employment Agency on your behalf if your job is at risk due to structural change. This generally amounts to 60% of your salary. In this case, the company you work for covers the training costs. The employer must ensure that the need for additional qualifications, driven by economic changes, affects a significant portion of the workforce. For companies with up to 250 employees, 10% must be affected; for those with more than 250 employees, the figure is 20%. This must be documented in a company-wide agreement or a collective bargaining agreement.
QCG - Funding with velpTEC
Are you interested in further training and taking advantage of financial support through the Qualifizierungschancengesetz? Here are your 4 steps to success:
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Free consultation
In a no-obligation online consultation, we will clarify your goals and find the right training for you.
Eligibility check
We will work with you to determine if you are eligible for an education voucher for your training.
Application to the Employment Agency
You submit the funding application to the Employment Agency – we will support you throughout the process.
Start your training
Once your funding has been approved, you can start your training whenever you are ready.
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Your path to financial support
Are you interested in further training and taking advantage of financial support through the Qualifizierungschancengesetz? Here are your 4 steps to success:
Let's talk
We will discuss your training goals and any remaining questions you may have.
Consultation and application
Before employers can submit an application to the Federal Employment Agency, a consultation with them is required. We would be happy to help you prepare for this meeting. You will then receive an individual quote from us, which is needed for the application process.
Funding approved
The Federal Employment Agency will check whether all requirements for funding are met. If so, the application will be approved.
We will get everything moving
Get back in touch with us once you have been approved, and we will ensure you can start your training quickly and easily.
Check your options for subsidized further training
Answer a few quick questions and receive a personal consultation.
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Are you an employer and would like to provide further training for your employees?
Take advantage of the Qualification Opportunities Act for your company as well. We have summarized all the important information for you.
Good reasons for further training with velpTEC
Deciding to pursue further training should provide you with security in a changing professional world. Choosing the right training provider plays a crucial role in this. We want you to always feel well looked after and supported at velpTEC. Why you can rely on us:
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We support you from your first question to the completion of your training and beyond. Providing individual attention to all your concerns is our top priority. Together, we will always find the best solution for you—quickly and easily.
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All our educational programs are AZAV-certified and approved as further training under the Qualification Opportunities Act. This ensures that our training courses are of high quality and provide you with the best possible support in achieving your professional goals.
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We always work with industry experts and focus on learning content covering the latest topics. You receive lifetime access to the specialist literature for your further training so that you can benefit from it long-term.
Experience the velpTEC
learning experience live
In this no-obligation information session, we will introduce you to our innovative learning experience and show you how your professional development perfectly combines theory and practice.
Do you have any questions?
Do you have questions about our training programs or want to learn more about us? No problem! If you can't find the answer in our FAQs, simply send us an email with your request.
How many hours per week should the training program require?
Most participants dedicate about 30 to 40 hours per week to their professional development. However, it is also possible to choose more or fewer hours. We would be happy to discuss this with you in a personal consultation.
How long does it take for the Federal Employment Agency to process the application?
The Federal Employment Agency generally takes four to six weeks to fully process an application. However, the exact duration depends on the complexity of the training program.
Please note that a consultation with the Federal Employment Agency is required before submitting your application. This meeting can also be held together with your employer.
What are the requirements for receiving funding under the Qualification Opportunities Act?
To be eligible for funding, the training provider must be AZAV-certified and the training program must exceed 120 hours in duration.
In addition, the training must provide skills that go beyond short-term instruction, and your last qualification measure must have taken place at least two years ago.
Funding from the Federal Employment Agency is only available for training courses related to your previous profession. Retraining for a different industry is not eligible for funding.
What distinguishes funding under the Skills Development Opportunities Act from other funding programs?
Each funding program is aimed at a different group of people. The Skills Development Opportunities Act (Qualifizierungschancengesetz) enables all employees whose jobs are affected by technological change to pursue further training.
Other funding programs usually focus on specific target groups, such as job seekers or older employees.
When do the training programs start?
Our training programs begin every Monday, so you can start at any time. The exact start date will be discussed during your individual consultation.
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I took a data science course at VelpTEC and am very satisfied with the entire experience. The quality of the learning materials was up-to-date and practical, which helped me to understand and apply the content effectively.
The training at velpTEC impressed me with the relevance and up-to-date nature of its content, which prepared me exceptionally well for my future role as a personnel developer.
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Thanks to velpTEC, I am experiencing outstanding professional developmentthat fits seamlessly into my daily work routine. I am supported by instructors who provide expert guidance along my journey.
Sometimes I spoke with an instructor multiple times in a single day during a course, and they even provided me with tips and materials for the future. I think this on-demand concept is fantastic. It’s like Netflix for professional development.
I learned a lot, and the technology provided worked perfectly. One advantage of the online course was the flexible scheduling. The staff and instructors were very friendly.
The onboarding for JavaScript was excellent, and I also really enjoyed diving into the complex topics of AI—especially training neural networks.
The remote concept is great. It allows for a good work-life balance. It is also very well implemented, with daily group chats and workshops.
The instructors were always available to answer questions—friendly, patient, and incredibly helpful. I felt very well supported throughout.
The focus on learning by doing was a perfect fit for me, and the support team was always there whenever I needed help or had questions.
The training content was highly relevant and up-to-date, allowing me to expand my knowledge in a targeted way and apply it directly to my daily work.
My experience with velpTEC edutainment was consistently excellent and very positive. I would give both their content offerings and their customer support 5 stars.
What our alumni say about velpTEC:
Thanks to velpTEC, I am experiencing outstanding professional developmentthat fits seamlessly into my daily work routine. I am supported by instructors who provide expert guidance along my journey.
Sometimes I spoke with an instructor multiple times in a single day during a course, and they even provided me with tips and materials for the future. I think this on-demand concept is fantastic. It’s like Netflix for professional development.
The onboarding for JavaScript was excellent, and I also really enjoyed diving into the complex topics of AI—especially training neural networks.
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