Educational leave in danger: what those affected need to know now!

Educational leave in danger: what those affected need to know now!

In the past few days, the number of inquiries about educational leave has increased significantly. As Silvia Hofbauer from the Vienna Labor Chamber reports, many employees turn to the AK, since the possibility of using educational leave in 2025 is due. However, this measure could be drastically abolished if the negotiations between FPÖ and ÖVP are successful. The planned deletion of educational leave could lead to savings of around 350 million euros annually, which triggers concern for many people.

uncertainty for those affected

The current situation is confusing for many affected people. Many have already planned an educational leave or are currently in this form of time out. Hofbauer advises to include a so -called reservations clause in the contracts before a final agreement. This would ensure that the educational leave only comes into force if there is actually access to further training allowance. This gives workers the opportunity to return to their job in the event of a cancellation of educational leave.

In addition, the AK makes it clear that no changes to already active contracts should be made. "We assume that the protection of existing contracts will be preserved under constitutional law," said Hofbauer. At the same time, it is noted that the exact details of the education of the educational leave have not yet been determined; A change in the law is required, which must first be given by a new government and the approval of the National Council. So it is expected that it can take until the summer to take specific steps.

The uncertainty significantly influences the planning of various employees. Since the educational leave is an important opportunity for further professional training, many ask for clearer information and support in this critical phase. Alternatives to educational leave seem limited, and specialists as in the nursing sector are only supported by existing scholarships for their further development.

Wiener Zeitung reported on advice and increasing inquiries. In the meantime, Puls24 The political background and the possible financial savings through the abolition of educational leave.