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 for free whether you or your company are eligible – including support with the application and implementation process for QCG funding.

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Up to 100% of training costs
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Up to 75% wage subsidy
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Personal support from application to completion
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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:

A large portion or even the entire cost of training
Additional wage subsidies during training

Skills Development Opportunities Act
Employees vs. Employers

Skills Development
Opportunities Act
for employees

Your benefits with QCG training:

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Further education with government funding
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Increased job security
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Better career and salary prospects
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Qualification for new technologies

Typical areas eligible for funding through us as a training provider under the Skills Development Opportunities Act:

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IT & Digitalization
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Industry & Technology
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Automation
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Energy & Sustainability

Qualification Opportunities Act for employers

Benefits for companies:

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Funding available for multiple employees
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Reduced training costs
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Wage subsidy during training
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Strengthening competitiveness
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Strategic personnel development

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.

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Check your options for subsidized further training

Answer a few quick questions and receive a personal consultation.

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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Comprehensive consulting services

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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Certified training provider

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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Practical relevance and lifelong learning

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.

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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.

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For individuals
Tuesday 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Thursday 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
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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 involve?

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.

Was unterscheidet die Förderung im Rahmen des Qualifizierungschancengesetz von anderen Förderprogrammen?

Jede Förderung richtet sich an eine unterschiedliche Personengruppe. Das Qualifizierungschancengesetz ermöglicht es allen Beschäftigten, die in ihrem Beruf von technologischen Veränderungen betroffen sind, sich weiterzubilden.

Andere Förderprogramme beziehen sich meist auf spezifische Zielgruppen, wie zum Beispiel Arbeitssuchende oder ältere Arbeitnehmende.

Wann starten die Weiterbildungen?

Unsere Weiterbildungsmaßnahmen starten regelmäßig jede Woche montags, sodass ein Start jederzeit möglich ist. Das genaue Startdatum wird in den individuellen Beratungsgesprächen besprochen.

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