Educational Leave

Q: Are the courses suitable for employer educational leave programs?

You would like to complete a Fitness & Personal Trainer or similar course with us? We know that it isn't easy to accomplish while working full-time. In such situations, there is the possibility to take a professional pause - to take advantage of an educational leave of absence from your job. We have great news for you, because the majority of our courses are suitable for educational leave.Plan your education leave with us right away! We are happy to have a personal advising session with you to talk about your individual needs.

These are our most frequently asked questions Educational Leave

Are the courses suitable for employer educational leave programs?

You would like to complete a Fitness & Personal Trainer or similar course with us? We know that it isn't easy to accomplish while working full-time. In such situations, there is the possibility to take a professional pause - to take advantage of an educational leave of absence from your job.

We have great news for you, because the majority of our courses are suitable for educational leave.

Plan your education leave with us right away! We are happy to have a personal advising session with you to talk about your individual needs.

Who is allowed educational leave?

Every employee who has been employed and working uninterrupted for at least 6 months and is eligible for unemployment insurance.

How can an educational leave be consumed?

You are allowed to consume your max 1-year educational leave within 4 years - the following three strategies are possible:

Full-time educational leave for 12 months.
Divided educational leave, with each period lasting at least 2 months. All periods of educational leave must be used within 4 years.
Part-time educational leave for 24 months.

What are the requirements for educational leave?

Of utmost importance is that your employer has agreed to your educational leave!
You must present them with the course plan we provide, showing that the education requires at least 20 hours/week for a full-time educational leave, or at least 10 hours/week for a part-time educational leave.
You must regularly report your progress of your education. This can be in the form of exam results or attendance records, for example.

Where can I apply for an educational leave?

The educational leave should be applied for directly on your eAMS account or you should contact an AMS advisor directly. More information and requirements can be found on the official page of the AMS.

What else is important to consider?

In order to apply for an educational leave with your employer you will need a course plan, which we are happy to provide for you. Get in touch with us right away via phone or book a consultation online.

As soon as you have decided to complete a course with us, you will need the enrollment confirmation as well.