SLIM subsidy: a subsidy to work on learning and development! From September 1 to 30, 2021, the SLIM subsidy can be applied for again. This subsidy is aimed at stimulating learning and development in SMEs. A subsidy of up to €2.700 can be applied for per completed practical training position. The SOMA Bedrijfsopleidingen programs that qualify are the OC&W-accredited programs in the third learning pathway, namely Civil Engineering Technician, Civil Engineering Professional, Road paver, Foreman Street Maker and the All-round Civil Engineering Professional.
From 2020 onwards, €48 million has been made available for initiatives aimed at stimulating learning and development in SMEs. Click here for more information about the application criteria. See also the SLIM menu for the possibilities. This subsidy is available to individual SMEs. The subsidy provider, UVB, processes applications on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, the sooner you apply, the greater your company's chances of receiving a subsidy.
For which activities can I apply for SLIM funding?
– A review of your company, resulting in a training or development plan.
– Career or development advice for employees.
– The development or implementation of a method that stimulates learning in your company.
– Creating practical training places for a vocational training course in the third learning path.
An initiative has a maximum duration of 12 months. Initiatives must begin within three months of being awarded funding.
You don't have to do everything yourself, but as an employer, you can enlist the help of external parties to carry out these activities. Subsidies for training costs themselves are not available.
In this menu (pdf) contains more information about the activities for which you can receive a subsidy.
Our courses for vocational education (MBO) courses in the third learning pathway.
All OC&W-recognized courses in the 3rd learning pathway:
How can I apply for SLIM subsidy?
The government has strict deadlines for applying for the SLIM subsidy. For 2021, this is from September 1st to September 30th. The subsidy provider UVB processes applications on a first-come, first-served basis. So the sooner you apply, the greater your company's chances of receiving a subsidy. Your application must be submitted online. You can find this application form via the website once the deadline is open. UVB subsidy portal.
How much SLIM subsidy can I apply for?
The subsidy does not fully cover costs: for entrepreneurs with fewer than 50 employees, the subsidy may cover a maximum of 80% of the total costs of the activities. For entrepreneurs with more than 50 employees, this is 60% of the total costs.
Importantly, to qualify for the subsidy, the total amount must be at least €5.000 and may not exceed €24.999.
Are you going to create a practical training position?
In that case, the fixed compensation of €2.700 per completed internship placement applies, or less if the costs are lower. Furthermore, this initiative has a maximum duration of two months and must begin within three months of being awarded.
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