Despite rising demand, the number of training places and new training contracts fell again. Around 84,400 young people were unsuccessful in their search for a training place. The BIBB publication provides a comprehensive overview of the training market in 2025 and developments in supply and demand.
Following a gradual recovery from the pandemic-related downturn, the number of newly concluded training contracts decreased slightly by 0.5 per cent in 2024. The BIBB publication outlines unsuccessful market entries, matching problems, and trends in the supply of and demand for training places.
The labour market and vocational education and training
The labour market and the VET system are characterised by a series of contrary developments. Following an overview of the main challenges and of current trends, it outlines developments on the labour market and training market and presents the ensuing changes for companies.
