For training courses and Lean Six Sigma implementations, various subsidies and schemes are available that cover a significant portion of the costs. See below which schemes may apply to your situation.
Investing in training courses or a Lean Six Sigma implementation can cost less than you think. Various subsidies and schemes are available that cover a significant portion of the costs, both for education and process improvement. Symbol is registered with CRKBO and recognised by various industry organisations, allowing you to benefit from VAT exemption and sector-specific funds. See below which schemes may apply to your situation.
Do you work in the transport and logistics sector and are you affiliated with SOOB? Then you may be eligible for a subsidy on our training courses. SOOB stimulates the development of employees within the sector by covering (part of) the training costs. The subsidy application is submitted via the SOOB subsidy portal.
Did you know that Symbol can also offer VAT exemption for private individuals? As we are registered with the Central Register for Short Vocational Education (CRKBO), our courses and training can be offered VAT-exempt. This means that private individuals can benefit from lower costs for their education and development. Contact us for more information.
With the “Sustainable Employability for Businesses” subsidy, it is possible to receive financial support for Symbol’s services, such as training, coaching, and advisory programmes aimed at improving employee motivation and productivity. This subsidy makes it more attractive to invest in sustainable employability within the organisation. More information about the subsidy and its conditions can be found on the website of Uitvoering van Beleid SZW.
The Development Stimulation Scheme (OSR) offers employers in the technical installation sector reimbursement for education, training, or examinations that contribute to the craftsmanship of employees. In 2025, the available training budget amounts to €1,000 per company plus €100 per employee.
For companies in the small metalworking sector, Symbol offers the opportunity to utilise various schemes via OOM (Training and Development Fund for Metalworking). OOM supports metalworking companies in improving the professional competence of their employees through financial contributions for education and training.
The Training and Development Fund for the Coachbuilding Sector (OOC) offers financial support for training, education, and coaching in the coachbuilding sector. This ensures employees remain sustainably employable and the company grows with the sector.
Provincial subsidies are available to stimulate and support organisations in the region. In many provinces, financial assistance is available for employee training and development, allowing companies to invest in their team and strengthen the regional economy. Do you want to know if your province offers subsidies for learning and development? Click on the link for your region for more information.
Drenthe, Flevoland, Friesland, Gelderland, Groningen, Limburg, North Brabant, North Holland, Overijssel, Utrecht, Zeeland, South Holland
The Future-Proof Installation Sector Scheme (RTI) offers installation companies a reimbursement of up to €50,000 for training focused on sustainable technologies such as solar panels, heat pumps, and energy storage. The aim is to strengthen the knowledge and employability of skilled workers within the energy transition.
With the SLIM subsidy, it is possible to receive financial support for Symbol’s services, such as training, coaching, and advisory programmes aimed at stimulating learning and development within the organisation. This subsidy offers an attractive opportunity to invest in the growth and development of employees, ultimately contributing to a stronger and more productive working environment. More information about the SLIM subsidy and its conditions can be found on the website of Uitvoering van Beleid SZW.
Do you work in the transport and logistics sector and are you affiliated with SOOB? Then you may be eligible for a subsidy on our training courses. SOOB stimulates the development of employees within the sector by covering (part of) the training costs. The subsidy application is submitted via the SOOB subsidy portal.
Symbol is a UWV-registered training partner. Job seekers can, in consultation with their UWV advisor, follow a training course with Symbol. Together with the UWV advisor, the financing options for which you are eligible will be considered. More information about following a training course while receiving benefits can be found on the UWV website.
Do you work in the technical installation sector? Then apply for a voucher of up to €1,500 for education, courses, or coaching. You do not need to be a member of a trade union, and consultation with your employer is not mandatory. The reimbursement is paid directly to the training provider. Applications can be made as long as the budget is available, with a final completion date of 1 February 2026.
