“Dream big!” That’s the motto that resonates as we stand before the Au\u00dfenstelle BBW Neckargem\u00fcnd. It is a place dedicated to helping young people discover their potential. The SRH Berufsbildungswerk Neckargem\u00fcnd GmbH, or BBWN, is all about offering out-of-company training for young individuals. These young individuals often require additional support.
Founded in 1974, the Berufsbildungswerk Neckargem\u00fcnd is part of the SRH Holding. The BBW Neckargem\u00fcnd employs around 750 people. It provides over 900 places for training and vocational preparation. These places span more than 40 state-recognized professions. You will find the Au\u00dfenstelle BBW Neckargem\u00fcnd approximately 10 km away from Heidelberg, in Neckargemünd.
The Berufsbildungswerk Neckargem\u00fcnd is AZAV-certified. It operates in the field of dual vocational training. This dual vocational training is specifically designed for people with disabilities. Each year, around 200 skilled professionals and junior staff are trained. Trainees can undertake practical training and company-based training periods. These take place at companies and external partner sites. These external placements can last for several months, sometimes up to half the entire training duration.
The Berufsbildungswerk Neckargem\u00fcnd offers training in over 40 professions. These include business and administration roles. For example, you will find training to become a E-commerce clerk and a Digitalization management clerk. There is also training to become a Office administrator and Office assistant. Trainees can also become a Media and information service assistant and a Industrial clerk. The program also facilitates training for Dialog marketing clerks, Marketing communication clerks and Health care clerks. Service specialists for dialog marketing, tax clerks and administrative specialists are also trained here. Logistics specialists, warehouse clerks, retail clerks and salespersons all find their path here.
In the field of electrical engineering, electronics, and IT, the Berufsbildungswerk Neckargem\u00fcnd offers training as automation technicians. Trainees can also become energy and building technicians and equipment and systems technicians. Information and systems technology technicians and application development specialists can also start their career here. IT systems integration specialists, industrial electricians, and IT system electronics technicians also get their education here.
For those interested in metal technology, vehicle technology and product design, BBW Neckargem\u00fcnd provides training for automotive mechatronics technicians. Trainees can also become metal technology specialists and technical product designers. Industrial mechanics, motorcycle mechatronics technicians and motorcycle mechanics can also start their career here.
Creative minds can train as media designers for image and sound. They can also become media designers for digital and print media. Aspiring interior designers and paint technicians can develop their skills at the BBW Neckargem\u00fcnd.
Many young people with disabilities need a stable home environment. They might need constant care. The Berufsbildungswerk Neckargem\u00fcnd has offered training via e-learning since 2000. This is done through the virtual vocational training center, or VBBW. Online training courses lead to a regular qualification. It is certified by the Chamber of Industry and Commerce. Training and vocational school lessons take place in virtual group rooms. Trainees work interactively with trainers and teachers. They discuss online and solve tasks together. The VBBW offers training as IT specialists, office workers, industrial clerks, office management clerks and technical product designers.
The BBW Neckargem\u00fcnd also supports trainees in finding a job. The ArbeitsIntegration department supports all graduates. It helps them find a suitable job early on. Preparation for the job market begins during training. Integration consultants offer advice and support during and after the training.
Each year, the SRH BildungsCampus welcomes around 900 young people. They receive needs-based support. The campus offers services from training and vocational school. It provides case management, medicine, therapy and care.
So, as we conclude our visit to the Au\u00dfenstelle BBW Neckargem\u00fcnd, remember that it’s more than just a training center. It is a place where dreams take flight.