Zentrum Überleben - Refugee Support
Provided by: Zentrum Überleben - Refugee Support
Overview
Psychological and social counseling and vocational qualification for refugees. Counseling only by appointment!
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📘 Guide: Further Education & Retraining
Advice on professional qualification and funding through education vouchers (SGB II/III). This involves examining individual prerequisites for retraining, further education, and advancement training, as well as clarifying responsibilities between the Employment Agency, Jobcenter, and Pension Insurance carriers.
Important Note
Attention Responsibility Change from 2025: Professional training for Citizen's Benefit (Bürgergeld) recipients may shift to the Employment Agency.
Required Documents
- Education Voucher (Application)
Steps
- 1Clarify responsibility before applying (Jobcenter vs. Employment Agency, new from 2025).
- 2Argue in writing with 'improved integration chances'.
FAQ
▶What does "Initial Orientation for Migrants" mean?
First point of contact for questions about life in Germany when it is unclear which specialized agency is responsible. This counseling acts as a pilot in the support system and refers to lawyers or specialized services. Counseling Tip 1: Use this service to have letters from authorities sorted and understood before deadlines pass. Counseling Tip 2: Always bring all existing papers such as passport, notifications, and rental contract so that the counselors can correctly assess your legal situation.
Target Groups
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