Greens Propose Theory-Reduced Training to Boost Disabled Employment
In Berlin, only 30% of students with special educational needs acquire a recognized vocational qualification. The Greens propose expanding 'theory-reduced training' and using 'training budgets' to improve this situation and increase employment opportunities for disabled people.
Sascha Ubrig, who has hearing problems and a learning disability, struggled with the theoretical exam at his vocational school and failed it. He initially began an apprenticeship as a painter and varnisher but switched to a vocational training center due to dissatisfaction with his practical exam. Despite these challenges, Ubrig is now a full-time representative of the Berlin Lebenshilfe after working at various temp agencies.
The Greens want to expand 'theory-reduced training' to more fields of work, aiming to lead more young people with disabilities into regular employment. They also propose using 'training budgets' to cover employers' training costs for disabled people, with the goal of leading them to a vocational qualification. Currently, only nine 'training budgets' are paid out in Berlin, with nationwide figures in the low double digits. Karl Häring, head of Lidis, believes that theory-reduced training could lead many young people with disabilities into regular employment.
The Greens' proposals aim to improve the training situation for disabled people and increase their access to the labor market. By expanding 'theory-reduced training' and using 'training budgets', they hope to lead more young people with disabilities into regular employment, following Sascha Ubrig's successful transition into full-time work.
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