Concepts for certification-oriented second-chance training for young adults

Labour market forecasts show a dramatic reduction in unskilled jobs. Linked to this is the increasing employment risk of low-qualified employees and those without a formal vocational certificate. The most recent findings of a representative BIBB survey of companies confirm that around 300,000 companies are interested in certification-oriented second-chance training for this group of individuals. Based on insights gained from models for improving the flexibility of existing occupational profiles with training modules and modular qualifications, the article discusses how these experiences can be put to use for the second-chance qualification of young adults.