Whether it’s training as a certified AI trainer, a seven-step program for self-marketing, business growth, digital marketing or even qualification as a nature meditation teacher, solo self-employed people can receive up to €4,500 for training and qualifications through the ‘KOMPASS – Compact Support for Solo Self-Employed People’ program.
Eligible applicants are solo self-employed people who have operated in the market for at least two years, employ no more than one full-time equivalent employee and run their self-employment as their main occupation in Germany. Training must last at least 20 hours to be eligible. Funding is available once within a twelve-month period, and the training must be completed within six months. The program runs until the end of February 2028.
What can be funded depends on the individual needs of the solo self-employed person. It may include business management knowledge, digital skills, methodological knowledge or job-specific professional skills. The content must be relevant to their work and help secure or further develop their livelihood and/or make their existing business model more resilient.
Solo self-employed people choose a suitable provider and course with support from a KOMPASS contact point.
How it works:
- Mandatory, free initial consultation (in person or online) with a KOMPASS contact point
- Receive the training voucher
- Successfully complete the agreed training and receive a certificate or confirmation of attendance
- Apply and settle the costs with help from the KOMPASS contact point
Further information:
Official website of the European Social Fund for Germany »
Program FAQ »
Program summary and course overview (private provider) »
