This study is dedicated to identifying success factors for a functioning apprentice training concept on the basis of experience in successful dual training systems, and thus forms the support structure for any further work or decision process. The study purposely does not give any recommendations for the actual design of a vocational training system in individual countries; it is intended rather to only show the relevant approaches and the different possibilities for designing an apprenticeship. Its concrete implementation can only be effected taking into account the special national situation and framework conditions.

Apart from a detailed analysis of relevant research literature from countries with traditional dual systems (mainly Austria, Germany and Switzerland), the knowledge and conclusions also result from many discussions with representatives of training institutions and potential training companies.