Find further education
Official name: Prepare further education and education advice
Further education means you keep learning as an adult. Here you find free advice and information about funding. One example is the Bildungskonto für alle from the waff.
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- Steps
- 5 key steps, up to 9 depending on your situation
- For you
- 5 short questions, then you see your steps
- Main office
- waff
- Costs
- none named in the sources
- Online
- possible for 1 of 9 steps
How it works
These are the key steps, in the right order. Answer the short questions; then you see exactly what applies to you and what is added.
Write down your learning goalA learning goal is what you want to learn. For example new skills or a qualification.For everyone
- Why?
- If you know your goal, it is easier to find the right course. The advice can then help you better.
- What you do
- Write down what you want to learn, how much time you have and your questions. Do not upload certificates or work documents here.
- Where?
- Bildungsberatung in WienDirectly with the named service
In detail
Record your learning goal and feasible course route
Record desired skills or qualifications, available time and questions for education advice. Do not upload certificates or personal employment records here.
SourceBildungsberatung in Wien
Bildungsberatung in WienWiener Volkshochschulen · retrieved on 09/10/2026
Open original sourceBook a free advice sessionThe Bildungsberatung in Wien helps adults with questions about courses and learning.Key step
- Why?
- The advice is free. It is independent, so it does not belong to any course provider.
- What you do
- Make an appointment at 0800 20 79 59 or on the official booking page. Advice is also possible by phone or video.
- Where?
- Bildungsberatung in WienDirectly with the named service
In detail
Arrange free independent education advice
Education advice in Vienna offers adults free provider-independent support. Arrange a session using 0800 20 79 59 or the official booking page; telephone and video advice are also available.
SourceBildungsberatung in Wien
Bildungsberatung in WienWiener Volkshochschulen · retrieved on 09/10/2026
Open original sourceFind the right funding programmeA funding programme gives money for further education. There are different programmes.Key step
- Why?
- Each programme has its own rules and deadlines. The deadline of the Bildungskonto für alle does not apply to all others.
- What you do
- Check the route with the waff before you pay for a course. The waff is a funding office in Vienna.
- Where?
- waffDirectly with the named service
In detail
Clarify the appropriate funding programme first
Other programmes have their own requirements and deadlines. Clarify the specific route with waff before committing to course costs; the general education account deadline does not apply to every grant.
SourceWie komme ich zu meiner Förderung?
Wie komme ich zu meiner Förderung?waff · retrieved on 09/10/2026
Open original sourceCheck if you can get fundingFunding conditions are the rules for getting funding. Only people who meet them can be funded.Key step
- Why?
- This way you see in advance if it might fit you. This guide does not confirm a claim.
- What you do
- Check with the waff: main residence in Vienna when applying and your status at course start. The course must be job-related. Watch for minimum costs and exclusions. Degree studies, hobby courses and single semesters are not automatically funded.
- Where?
- waffDirectly with the named service
In detail
Check residence, course and personal funding requirements
Check Vienna main residence at application and your status at course start with waff. Check occupational relevance, minimum costs and exclusions; university studies, leisure courses and individual semesters are not automatically eligible. This plan confirms no entitlement.
SourceBildungskonto für alle
Bildungskonto für allewaff · retrieved on 09/10/2026
Open original sourceApply for the BildungskontoHere you apply for the Bildungskonto für alle yourself.Key step
- Why?
- Only with an application can the waff decide about funding.
- What you do
- Apply at the latest three months after finishing successfully. Use the official waff service. Confirm the online application with the link in the email. Then wait for the decision.
- Where?
- waffDirectly with the named service
In detail
Apply for the education account after course completion
Apply through the official waff service within three months after successful completion of the entire course. Confirm the online application using the emailed link and await the funding decision.
SourceBildungskonto für alle
Bildungskonto für allewaff · retrieved on 09/10/2026
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Depending on your situation, this is added
- Check if the course provider is recognised
- Note the application deadline
- Collect documents for the Bildungskonto
- Keep track of your application
Frequently asked questions
Can I do this online?
1 of 9 possible steps mention an online channel in their text. Requirements are in the official source.
What does it cost?
No costs are recorded for these steps in the linked sources. Fees may still apply.
Do I need an einfach.wien account?
No. The plan works without registration; answers stay in your browser.
Does einfach.wien submit my application?
No. einfach.wien helps you prepare and links official channels. You submit applications yourself to the responsible service.
What this page is based on
The information is based on official sources. einfach.wien is a private project; the content has not been professionally reviewed. All information without guarantee, no legal advice. The responsible office is always authoritative.
SourceBildungsberatung in Wien
Wiener Volkshochschulen · retrieved on 09/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceWie komme ich zu meiner Förderung?
waff · retrieved on 09/10/2026
Open original sourceSourceBildungskonto für alle
waff · retrieved on 09/10/2026
Open original source