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Nursing professions provide the highest wage returns in terms of training investment, according to the Böckler Foundation.

Nursing trainees consciously earn high wages, according to the Hans-Böckler-Foundation's declaration.

Nursing professions offer the highest compensation for acquired education, according to the Böckler...
Nursing professions offer the highest compensation for acquired education, according to the Böckler Foundation.

Nursing professions provide the highest wage returns in terms of training investment, according to the Böckler Foundation.

### Training Allowances in Germany (2023 and Beyond): An Overview

Training allowances (Ausbildungsvergütung) in Germany vary significantly across industries, regions, and years of apprenticeship, with amounts typically regulated through collective bargaining agreements (Tarifverträge). These allowances often increase with each year of training.

#### Highest Training Allowances

The highest training allowances are generally found in industrial sectors such as automotive manufacturing and the chemical industry, as well as metalworking and electrical engineering. These sectors offer starting monthly allowances well over €1,000 in the first year, rising to around €1,200–€1,300 or more for higher training years.

#### Lowest Training Allowances

On the other hand, the lowest training allowances tend to be in sectors such as hospitality, retail, and some service industries. First-year apprenticeships in these industries may start with a monthly allowance as low as €500 to €700, increasing gradually over the training period.

#### National Averages

Nationwide averages for apprentice allowances are approximately in the range of €900 to €1,000 per month in recent years, but this varies widely by sector. In some cases, training allowances are supplemented by additional benefits such as transportation subsidies, meal allowances, or tax-free non-cash benefits up to about €50 per month.

#### Contextual Factors

The number of apprentices in Germany remained stable at around 1.22 million in 2023, reflecting sustained demand for vocational training across industries. While there are no specific updated figures on training allowances, this stability suggests that industries continue to offer competitive remuneration aligned with collective agreements and economic conditions.

Some benefits related to training and education in Germany include workplace savings schemes and tax allowances, but these are generally separate from direct training allowances.

#### Summary Table (Indicative Ranges)

| Industry Sector | Typical Monthly Training Allowance (2023+) | Notes | |-----------------------------|--------------------------------------------|------------------------------| | Automotive & Chemical | €1,000 – €1,300+ | Highest allowances | | Metalworking & Electrical | €900 – €1,200 | Mid to high range | | Retail & Hospitality | €500 – €700 | Lowest training allowances | | Office Management & Services | €700 – €900 | Moderate allowances |

Detailed, up-to-date figures by industry are not readily available in the provided search results. For precise data, official sources like the Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB) or sector-specific collective agreements are the best references.

In the meantime, it's worth noting that as of November 1, 2024, care workers will receive an increased allowance of 1,331 euros. Additionally, in 2023, approximately 479,900 people in Germany signed a new training contract in dual vocational training.

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