Evaluating the Quality of Fortbildung Providers: AZAV and DIN ISO 29993 Criteria

Assessing the Quality of Fortbildung Providers in Germany

First: What is AZAV?

AZAV = Akkreditierungs- und Zulassungsverordnung Arbeitsförderung
(Regulation for accreditation and funding via the Federal Employment Agency)

What does AZAV mean?

• Official accreditation by the Agentur für Arbeit

• Allows providers to offer courses eligible for funding via the Bildungsgutschein

• Subject to strict quality control of:

  • training content

  • teaching staff

  • participants’ employment outcomes

Types of AZAV accreditation:

• Accreditation as a training provider (general approval)

• Accreditation of each individual measure/course

Why is AZAV important to you?

• You can only use a Bildungsgutschein with an AZAV-accredited provider

• It ensures high-quality, labor-market-oriented training

Second: What is DIN ISO 29993?

DIN ISO 29993:2017 is an international standard defining the quality of learning services outside formal education, especially in:

• Fortbildung

• Weiterbildung

• Corporate training

What does it cover?

• Course structure (objectives, content, evaluation)

• Trainer competence

• Learning outcomes and continuous improvement

• Transparency of pricing and content

Why is ISO 29993 important to you?

• An internationally recognized professional standard

• Particularly relevant if you seek certificates recognized outside Germany

Comparison between AZAV and ISO 29993

How to verify accreditation?

1. Provider website: Look for AZAV or DIN ISO 29993 seals.

2. Ask directly:
   “Is your program AZAV-certified and eligible for a Bildungsgutschein?”

3. Official search portals:

   • KURSNET – Federal Employment Agency

   • WBS Training

   • TÜV Akademie / DEKRA Akademie

Summary

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ـ* The editorial team strives for accuracy through extensive research; however, errors or unconfirmed information may occur. Please treat the information as an initial reference and consult the relevant authorities for confirmation.