vocational training, you will earn a training allowance from the training company. The allowance increases every year until you complete your vocational training. Depending on the specialisation, the training allowance varies. Here is an exemplary list of training allowances during the first training year. Electronics with a specialisation in automation and system technology: €700 – €1,300 per month (gross income) Plant mechanics for sanitary, heating and air conditioning systems: €682 – €1,010 per [...] construction . Academic studies after vocational training are also an option! To learn more about the general options after vocational training, please refer to the “ Prospects after vocational training ”. On BERUFENET , you will find information on the job-specific options, depending on the vocational training. Salary after vocational training Similar to the training allowance, the salary as skilled worker in the electronic and metal industry depends on the company size or the federal state . The average