Assisted training flexible [AsA flex]
The AsAflex instrument has been available as a support service for young people and their training companies since spring 2021 with the pre-phase and since autumn 2021 with the accompanying phase.
In this context, the existing offers of training-related support [abH] and the assisted training [AsA alt] are merged into the flexible assisted training [AsAflex].
AsAflex can be carried out in two phases – the preliminary phase, which takes place at some locations, is optional, while the accompanying phase is a mandatory part of the project at all AsAflex locations.
Target audience
Eligible for funding are young people who cannot begin or continue vocational training without support, or who are expected to have difficulties completing their vocational training. Company-based entry-level qualifications can also be supported within the framework of AsAflex.
Goals
- Preliminary phase: Obtaining a suitable company-based apprenticeship or entry-level qualification and securing the career choice
- Accompanying phase: Stabilization of the apprenticeship or entry-level qualification and securing the completion of the apprenticeship.
Content & Services
Preliminary phase
Services for participants
- Location assessment and profiling, individual support
- Career guidance and application training
- Supervision of practical work experience [internship]
- Active acquisition of internship and apprenticeship positions
- Preparation for the training
Services for businesses:
- Assistance in creating the prerequisites for training
- Support in the selection decision
- Support in the training of people with disabilities
Accompanying phase
Services for participants:
- individual support
- Everyday support and developmental counselling [individual case assistance]
- Learning and exchange opportunities with other trainees,
- [Theoretical] support and remedial instruction
- Crisis intervention and conflict resolution
- special training courses [e.g. etiquette for trainees, learning how to learn, time management,]
- experiential learning programs
- close coordination with all those involved in the training
- Information about the regional labor market
- Support during the transition to employment
Services for businesses:
- Support in everyday business and training life
- Discussions to identify difficulties and areas for action at an early stage
- Support for company trainers
- Target group-oriented training methods
- Support with applying for funding and administrative tasks
- Coordination of the different learning locations
Duration & Course
Preliminary phase:
Entry is possible at any time. The duration of the program is variable and tailored to individual needs.
Accompanying phase:
This phase encompasses the entire duration of the training or entry-level qualification. It can also include follow-up support.
Financial support
Funding is provided by the employment agency and/or the basic income support provider.
Do you have questions?
contact
Regine Möhne
Landecker Straße 13
36251 Bad Hersfeld
Telephone : 06621 64064-15
Email :
Consultation hours in Bad Hersfeld
- Tuesday, BSO Bad Hersfeld 9am-1pm, QuABB office
- Friday, Bebra Vocational Schools, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., QuABB office
Ramona Kukuruz
Brothers Street 13
37269 Eschwege
Telephone : 05651 33541-24
Email :
Consultation hours in Eschwege
- Vocational schools Eschwege, Tuesdays of the first week of the month, 10:00-12:30, QuABB office
- Vocational schools Witzenhausen, Tuesdays, always the second week of the month, 10:00-12:30, QuABB office
Lisa Rauch
Marburger Straße 19 – 21
35066 Frankenberg
Telephone : 06451 40817-13
Mobile phone : 0151 40265002
Email :
Frank Gebauer
educational staff
Wabenerstr. 7
34560 Fritzlar
Mobile phone : 0151 44 15 78 85
Email :
Daniel Neumann
educational staff
Wabenerstr. 7
34560 Fritzlar
Mobile phone : 0151 21 06 55 65
Email :
Consultation hours in Fritzlar
Consultation appointments by arrangement for participants (in advance by telephone or email or also spontaneously during office hours – i.e. daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Consultation hours at the Reichspräsident-Friedrich-Ebert-School in Fritzlar (every second Monday 09:00-13:00)
c/o Herwig-Blankertz-School Hofgeismar
Anna-Maria Griebel
Team leader
Magazinstraße 23
34369 Hofgeismar
Mobile phone : 0151 44157892
Email :
Consultation hours in Hofgeismar
- Weekly consultation hours for participants on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm at Langenstr. 7-9 in 34369 Hofgeismar
- Appointments by arrangement for participants at the location or at the vocational school
- Monthly attendance at the vocational school for consultation hours (every first Wednesday of the month from 13:00 to 13:45)
Tanja Meyer
Coordinator
Ziegenhainer Straße 10 B
34576 Homberg/Efze
Mobile phone : 015157271923
Email :
Daniel Neumann
educational staff
Ziegenhainer Straße 10 B
34576 Homberg/Efze
Mobile phone : 0151 21 06 55 65
Email :
Frank Gebauer
educational staff
Ziegenhainer Straße 10 B
34576 Homberg/Efze
Mobile phone : 0151 44 15 78 85
Email :
Consultation hours in Homberg/Efze
Consultation appointments by arrangement for participants (in advance by telephone or email or also spontaneously during office hours – i.e. daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Consultation hours at the Reichspräsident-Friedrich-Ebert-School in Homberg (every second Wednesday 09:00-13:30)
Anna-Maria Griebel
Team leader
Cologne Street 16
34117 Kassel
Telephone : 0561 82795 606
Mobile phone : 0151441557892
Email :
Consultation hours in Kassel
- Consultation appointments by arrangement for participants (in advance by telephone or email or also spontaneously during office hours – i.e. daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) at Kölnische Str. 16, 34177 Kassel
- Consultation hours for businesses are held once a month (invitations are sent quarterly to all network partners) at Kölnische Str. 16, 34177 Kassel.
- Weekly attendance at the Max-Eyth vocational school (Wednesdays; 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
- Two-week attendance at the Willy Brandt Vocational School (Fridays; 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
Lisa Rauch
Team leader
Prof. Bier Street 2
34497 Korbach
Telephone : 0151 40265002
Fax : 05631 5026 242
Email :
Daniel Neumann
educational staff
Melgershäuser Weg 6
34212 Melsungen
Mobile phone : 0151 21 06 55 65
Email :
Frank Gebauer
educational staff
Melgershäuser Weg 6
34212 Melsungen
Mobile phone : 0151 44 15 78 85
Email :
Consultation hours in Melsungen
Consultation appointments by arrangement for participants (in advance by telephone or email or also spontaneously during office hours – i.e. daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Consultation hours at the Radko-Stöckl-School in Melsungen (every second Friday 09:00-13:30)
Anna-Maria Griebel
Coordinator
Dellbrückerstraße 3
34466 Wolfhagen
Telephone : 0561 82795 606
Email :
Consultation hours in Wolfhagen
- Weekly consultation hours for participants on Tuesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Dellbrückenstraße 3 in 34466 Wolfhagen
- Appointments by arrangement for participants at the location or at the vocational school
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Frequently Asked Questions [FAQ]
What is AsA [flex]?
AsA stands for Assisted Training [flexible]. It supports young people and young adults in entry-level qualifications, during training and in the transition to employment.
Who can participate?
Eligible for funding or participation are young people who cannot start or continue vocational training without support, or who are expected to have difficulties completing their vocational training.
Are there any costs involved?
What are the goals of AsA [flex]?
Stabilization of the apprenticeship or entry-level qualification and securing the completion of the apprenticeship.
What content and services does Asa flex include?
Services for participants:
- individual support
- Everyday support and developmental counselling [individual case assistance]
- Learning and exchange opportunities with other trainees,
- [Theoretical] support and remedial instruction
- Crisis intervention and conflict resolution, special training [e.g. etiquette for trainees, learning, time management]
Services for businesses:
- Support in everyday business and training life
- Discussions to identify difficulties and areas for action at an early stage
- Support for company trainers
- Target group-oriented training methods
- Support with applying for funding and administrative tasks
- Coordination of the different learning locations
How long does AsA [flex] take?
Asa flex can cover the entire duration of the training or entry qualification or can be applied for only for a specific period (e.g. exam preparation).
What role does the training company play?
The company (if needed) and the trainees receive needs-based and individualized support from training mentors. The tasks and responsibilities of the training company remain unaffected by this funding.
Is there an age restriction for participation in AsA flex?
The law does not stipulate an age restriction.
Are people without German citizenship eligible for funding?
Individuals without German citizenship who are permitted to work or who may be granted permission to work are also eligible for funding. If they possess a temporary residence permit or a tolerated stay,
1. They must also have been legally, permitted or tolerated in the federal territory for at least 15 months and
2. must possess academic knowledge and knowledge of the German language that suggest a successful transition to vocational training.
How do I register with AsA [flex]?
- Call or email the team using the contact form for Kassel , Werra-Meißner district , Schwalm-Eder district (Homberg, Melsungen, Fritzlar), Hersfeld-Rotenburg district , Korbach , Frankenberg
- Submit your complete registration documents to the team (email address) (either ask the team or see the list on the homepage)
- Attend the introductory meeting to clarify formalities (contract, data protection issues, course times, etc.)


