{"id":8567,"date":"2026-06-19T10:31:49","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T08:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auxtalents.de\/?post_type=news&p=8567"},"modified":"2026-06-19T15:02:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T13:02:26","slug":"part-time-retraining-for-mothers","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.auxtalents.de\/en\/news\/part-time-retraining-for-mothers\/","title":{"rendered":"Part-time retraining for mothers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n News Returning to Work Platform<\/span>\n \u2013<\/span>\n Part-time retraining for mothers\n <\/h3>\n
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Balancing family and work presents challenges for many mothers \u2013 particularly when their previous career aspirations are no longer compatible with everyday family life. Part-time retraining can offer a real opportunity here. In this guide, you\u2019ll find all the key information you need.<\/p>

Advantages of part-time retraining<\/h3>

With part-time retraining, you can study in the mornings and spend the afternoons with your family. In around two and a half years, you can gain a recognised vocational qualification (e.g. from the Chamber of Industry and Commerce), supplemented by a work placement. This opens up new opportunities for a family-friendly job with modern working conditions, such as part-time work or working from home, as well as good support options.<\/p>

What is retraining?<\/h3>

Retraining is a shortened but fully-fledged vocational training programme. It usually builds on existing qualifications or professional experience and concludes with an examination set by the relevant professional body, often the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK). The content, structure and examinations are strictly regulated and also include a work placement.<\/p>

Part-time work explained in simple terms<\/h3>

On a part-time retraining course, lessons usually take place from 8.30 am to 2.30 pm and last for a total of around 32 months. The compulsory work placement can also be completed on a part-time basis. Dedicated trainers will guide you through the training programme. Online lessons are also available at some locations, depending on the specific programme on offer.<\/p>

Funding opportunities<\/h3>

Many mothers are likely to be eligible for full funding from the Employment Agency or the Jobcentre \u2013 for example, after parental leave or if they face difficulties returning to work. If part-time retraining improves your career prospects, you may be granted an education voucher, which usually covers the costs of the training and other benefits. The prerequisite is that the profession offers good prospects on the labour market.<\/p> <\/div>\n

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Balancing family and work presents challenges for many mothers \u2013 particularly when their previous career aspirations are no longer compatible with everyday family life. Part-time retraining can offer a real opportunity here. In this guide, you\u2019ll find all the key information you need.<\/p>

Advantages of part-time retraining<\/h3>

With part-time retraining, you can study in the mornings and spend the afternoons with your family. In around two and a half years, you can gain a recognised vocational qualification (e.g. from the Chamber of Industry and Commerce), supplemented by a work placement. This opens up new opportunities for a family-friendly job with modern working conditions, such as part-time work or working from home, as well as good support options.<\/p>

What is retraining?<\/h3>

Retraining is a shortened but fully-fledged vocational training programme. It usually builds on existing qualifications or professional experience and concludes with an examination set by the relevant professional body, often the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK). The content, structure and examinations are strictly regulated and also include a work placement.<\/p>

Part-time work explained in simple terms<\/h3>

On a part-time retraining course, lessons usually take place from 8.30 am to 2.30 pm and last for a total of around 32 months. The compulsory work placement can also be completed on a part-time basis. Dedicated trainers will guide you through the training programme. Online lessons are also available at some locations, depending on the specific programme on offer.<\/p>

Funding opportunities<\/h3>

Many mothers are likely to be eligible for full funding from the Employment Agency or the Jobcentre \u2013 for example, after parental leave or if they face difficulties returning to work. If part-time retraining improves your career prospects, you may be granted an education voucher, which usually covers the costs of the training and other benefits. The prerequisite is that the profession offers good prospects on the labour market.<\/p> <\/div>\n \n Further information <\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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A part-time retraining programme offers mothers the chance to gain a new vocational qualification whilst balancing the demands of family life. 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