Apprenticeship - Luxembourg 2010
Multi-year vocational training contract - regulated by apprenticeship law, with stepped allowances and full social contributions.
Apprenticeship
Part of an official vocational training programme - alternates between school and hands-on work over 2 to 3 years. Legally distinct from internships, but grouped here for navigation.
Regulated by lawApprenticeship contracts must be registered with the Chamber of Commerce or Chamber of Trades depending on the sector. The employer takes on a legal training obligation, not just a labour obligation.
Allowance
Monthly (regulated)
Set by apprenticeship law - increases each year of training
Year 1 allowance
~569,19 €/month
Approx. 33% SSM - varies by sector
Year 2 allowance
~689,92 €/month
Approx. 40% SSM
Year 3 allowance
~862,41 €/month
Approx. 50% SSM
Social contributions
Full CCSS
Apprentice is covered from day one
Contract
Apprenticeship contract
Regulated by the Ministry of Education
Allowances follow the social minimum wage. Pick a year to see the figures that applied:
Apprentice allowance by training year - 2010 highlighted
33% / 40% / 50% of SSMApprenticeship allowances step up each year of training. Approximate percentages - actual amounts can vary by sector and trade.
How the four types compare - 2010
Based on SSM 1.724,81 €
| Type | Allowance | Social contributions | Duration | Agreement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic | Optional | None (if unpaid) | <= 6 months | Tripartite |
| Voluntary | 689,92 € - 1.293,61 € | Full CCSS if paid | <= 6 months | Bilateral |
| Orientation | None | None | Few days-1 week | Simple written |
| Apprenticeship | 569,19 € - 862,41 € | Full CCSS | 2-3 years | Apprenticeship contract |
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