Boom in Care Trainees: Diana Stolz Announces a Double-Digit Increase for Hesse
Increased number of candidates seeking care-related training opportunities - Seeker shows increased passion for nursing education and training.
With a significant surge in trainee numbers, the care sector in Hesse is experiencing a noteworthy growth spurt. The Senior Minister, Diana Stolz (CDU), confirmed this upward trend at a Wiesbaden gathering when questioned by independent state parliamentarian Sascha Herr. In the year 2024, around 3,600 care professionals-in-training began their careers throughout the state—a whopping nearly 11% increase from the previous year.
Stolz attributed the increase to the rise in school fee allowance per trainee from €6,387 to €6,930, which took effect in October 2024. "The increased allowance has played a pivotal role in drawing more candidates to the field of elderly care," Stolz elucidated.
Entering the Care Profession Easier Than Ever—No Diploma Required
Since the 2020/2021 school year, the "Care in Hesse integrated!" project has been in operation. This collaborative initiative between vocational schools, nursing schools, and care facilities aims to simplify entry into the care professions for those lacking a secondary school diploma and those with language support needs. Participants can obtain both a secondary education diploma and a first professional qualification in elderly care.
As our society grows older, the number of elderly individuals in need of care increases, compounded by a shortage of skilled workers in nursing homes. These challenges, coupled with escalating costs and bureaucratic barriers, pose numerous difficulties for Hesse's nursing homes.
Fun Fact:
The "Care in Hesse integrated!" project isn't just breaking down barriers for those wishing to enter the care profession, it's also empowering them with a well-rounded education, setting them up for success in their careers.
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- Diana Stolz
- Hesse
- Wiesbaden
- CDU
- Elderly
The "Care in Hesse integrated!" project, initiated in the 2020/2021 school year, offers vocational training to those lacking a secondary school diploma, making it easier for a diverse range of individuals to enter the care profession in Hesse. Diana Stolz, the Senior Minister and a CDU member, emphasized the critical role of increased school fee allowance in sparking a significant surge in care trainees in the state, propelling career-development in the health-and-wellness sector, and contributing to the education-and-self-development of trainees, aligning with the community policy for a science-based approach.
