AVGs COACHING (GERMANY ONLY)
Turn Unemployment Into Opportunity
Secure your 100% free, government funded coaching with an AVGs voucher
About the AVGs voucher
Do you live in Germany & currently or about to be unemployed?
You may be eligible for a cost-free coaching program funded by the Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter through the AVGs voucher.
What is the AVGs voucher?
The AVGS, also known as the Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein is a government-funded voucher that allows you to access professional coaching at no personal cost.
The goal is to help you successfully (re)enter the job market — whether you’re seeking employment, changing careers, or starting your own business.
Who Can Apply?
To apply for an AVGS voucher, you must:
Live in Germany
Be currently unemployed or facing unemployment (e.g., your contract is ending soon)
Not receiving unemployment benefits? That is ok, you can still request an AVGS
For more information on the AVGs or the Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, please refer to the Bundesagentur für Arbeit website ↗
Turn unemployment into a transformation. This is your chance to begin again, on your terms.
Types of Coaching You Can Receive
With the AVGS, you can access different types of coaching depending on your personal and professional goals:
Career Coaching
Support for those who want to:
Make a career change
Explore new directions
Identify their strengths and interests
Ideal for people who are ready for a change but unsure about the next step.
Job Coaching
Practical and hands-on support to help you:
Write strong applications
Optimize your CV
Prepare for interviews
Find job openings and apply strategically
Ideal for Job seekers who want to re-enter the workforce quickly and effectively.
Gründungscoaching
(Start-up Coaching)
Guidance for those who plan to:
Start their own business in Germany
Clarify their business idea
Develop a business plan and go through the necessary steps
Ideal for entrepreneurs who need structured support to get started.
How to start AVGs coaching
Step-by-Step Process to Start Your AVGs Coaching
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If you’re unemployed or at risk of unemployment, you can apply for an activation and placement voucher (AVGS) at your local job center or employment agency online or by phone.
Not receiving unemployment benefits? That is ok, you can still request an AVGS
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If you meet the requirements, you’ll receive the AVGS voucher by post or email. This voucher contains information about the scope of the funding, and you can choose your measure provider yourself.
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Once you receive your AVGS voucher, arrange a consultation with me online or by phone. You can also contact me via WhatsApp at +49 176 2117 9089
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We'll discuss the start of your coaching and your initial goals with you. We'll return the completed AVGS voucher to your job center.
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You’ll receive your permit by mail. Once you have this, the coaching can begin. Processing usually takes between 7-10 working days.
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If you have any issues with your employment agency or job center, or simply need extra help to get started, contact me and I’ll assist you in applying for your AVGS voucher.
Learn more about unemployment coaching & how to navigate German Bureaucracy
The AVGS voucher can provide valuable access to career coaching, but its rigid rules often limit flexibility and personalization. Learn about its disadvantages and discover if private coaching might be a better fit for your career journey.