BFD Funding: Your Path to
a Civilian Career !
Funded professional training through the Career Transition Service of the German Armed Forces:
- Advisory & career planning
- Retraining & qualification programs
- Kiel Academy training programs
BFD Funding: Your Path to
a Civilian Career !
Funded professional training through the Career Transition Service of the German Armed Forces:
- Advisory & career planning
- Retraining & qualification programs
- Kiel Academy training programs
Kiel Academy — Your Recognized Education Partner
Advisory services, retraining, and professional training at Kiel Academy can be funded through the Career Transition Service (Berufsförderungsdienst, BFD) of the German Armed Forces.
Note: BFD is a German government program open to members of the German Armed Forces. International participants: contact us about other payment options, such as installment plans.
The Career Transition Service Supports You
The Career Transition Service of the German Armed Forces advises and supports service members from the start of their military service through their transition into the civilian labor market after their service ends.
BFD funding 2026: key benefits
The amount and duration of funding depend on your length of service.
Please check with your responsible funding office.
BFD funding requirements & process
Mandatory advisory session
Funding is granted only after a personal advisory session with a BFD counselor.
Application
Training programs must be applied for in writing with your responsible regional team before the program begins.
Recognized training programs
The BFD funds recognized training programs that prepare you for your civilian career.
BFD focus areas: funded training programs
A wide range of qualifications is eligible for funding, including:
School qualifications & university studies
Completing school qualifications or pursuing academic training
Professional seminars
AdA trainer certificate, business fundamentals, communication skills, preparation for starting a business, or other specialized courses
Retraining programs
A complete transition into civilian occupations
Why Kiel Academy?
- 🎖️ Specialized in service members in transition
- 📈 Strong practical focus
- 👨🏫 Taught by experienced instructors
- 📋 Support with your application
Several hundred service members have already completed their KAW training programs at Kiel Academy.
Get personal advice today
We'll support you with your application and find the right program for your future together.