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Slight Decrease in Apprenticeship Starts in Schleswig-Holstein
As of July 31, 2024, Schleswig-Holstein saw a slight decrease of 4.57 percent in apprenticeship starts compared to the previous year, with 12,193 new apprentices in IHK and HWK sectors, although a late summer recovery is expected.
- What are the most popular apprenticeship professions in the IHK and HWK sectors?
- In the HWK sector, automotive mechatronics is the most popular profession, followed by electronics technicians for energy and building technology, and others. In the IHK sector, retail salespeople, industrial clerks, and office management clerks are most popular.
- What is the current outlook for apprenticeship opportunities in Schleswig-Holstein?
- Despite the slight decrease, numerous apprenticeship positions remain available in both the IHK and HWK sectors. The Handwerkskammer Flensburg reports several hundred open positions in its job boards. Both sectors encourage contact with chambers, businesses, and employment agencies to explore opportunities.
- What is the overall number of apprenticeship starts in Schleswig-Holstein and how does it compare to the previous year?
- By July 31st, 2024, 12,193 apprenticeships had started in Schleswig-Holstein. This represents a 4.57 percent decrease compared to the same period in the previous year. However, a slight recovery is anticipated due to late summer entries.
Cognitive Concepts
Framing Bias
The article presents a relatively neutral overview of apprenticeship numbers in Schleswig-Holstein, highlighting both positive aspects (high number of apprentices) and negative aspects (slight decrease compared to the previous year). The inclusion of quotes from IHK and HWK spokespersons provides different perspectives. However, the emphasis on the popularity of certain professions could be seen as a framing bias, potentially promoting those specific career paths over others. The structure, while chronological in presenting the data, doesn't overtly favor a particular viewpoint.
Language Bias
The language used is largely neutral and objective, using factual statements and quotes from official sources. There is no overtly loaded language or emotional appeals. The description of popular professions as "mass-strong" could be considered slightly subjective but doesn't significantly skew the overall tone.
Bias by Omission
The article lacks specific details on the overall number of apprenticeship applications, the reasons behind the 4.57% decrease compared to the previous year, and a breakdown of the geographic distribution of apprenticeships beyond the mentioned IHK districts. Furthermore, information regarding the diversity of apprentices in terms of gender, age and background is missing. While acknowledging space constraints is reasonable, expanding on these points would provide a more comprehensive picture.
Sustainable Development Goals
The article reports on over 12,000 new apprenticeships in Schleswig-Holstein, indicating progress towards ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities. While there is a slight decrease compared to the previous year, the numbers are still substantial and show a positive trend in providing vocational training.