Subsidy programme Praktijkleren Dutch Caribbean: Frequently Asked Questions
Last checked on: 12 June 2025
On this page you will find frequently asked questions about the Subsidy programme Praktijkleren Dutch Caribbean.
Frequently Asked Questions
If, due to circumstances, the student/pupil decides to stop the practical training at my company, am I still eligible for the subsidy?
If, due to circumstances, the student/pupil decides to stop the practical training at my company, am I still eligible for the subsidy?
If the student/pupil decides to stop the practical training at your company, you are still eligible for a subsidy. It may also happen that the student/pupil does not fit well within your company or the cooperation does not work out due to circumstances. You may then decide to stop supervising this student/pupil. You can then still apply for subsidy for the weeks you supervised the student/pupil.
This is because the subsidy is a compensation for your effort in supervising the student/pupil in practice. The end date of your subsidy application is then the date on which the student/pupil stopped the practical training at your company.
How do I apply for a subsidy if the student's/pupil's practical training continues into the next school year?
How do I apply for a subsidy if the student's/pupil's practical training continues into the next school year?
You apply for a subsidy per school year. This means that you first apply for the weeks you provided practical training in the first school year of the practical training. Then, in the next school year, you apply for a subsidy for the weeks you supervised the student/pupil in that (next) school year.
Is there a minimum or maximum number of BBL students per company for which I can apply for a subsidy?
Is there a minimum or maximum number of BBL students per company for which I can apply for a subsidy?
No. However, an important condition is that you have the capacity within your company to supervise the students/pupils in practice.
How is the subsidy amount determined?
How is the subsidy amount determined?
The maximum subsidy amount is €2,700 per student per school year if you have provided the student with 40 weeks of practical supervision. If you have provided fewer weeks of supervision, the amount will be calculated proportionally: €2,700 / 40 x the number of weeks the student was present and you provided practical supervision.
Can I apply for a subsidy for multiple students/pupils in one application?
Can I apply for a subsidy for multiple students/pupils in one application?
You can add multiple students to the application form. In addition, you must also submit a practical agreement and the 'BPV attendance & tasks' form for each student.
If my training company is not recognised by ROA, can I still apply for a subsidy?
If my training company is not recognised by ROA, can I still apply for a subsidy?
No, your company must be a recognised training company, and the student/pupil must be supervised in practice by a recognised instructor.
Are there any costs associated with the ROA accreditation procedure and instructor training?
Are there any costs associated with the ROA accreditation procedure and instructor training?
No, there are no costs involved. ROA organises training courses regularly; please contact ROA for more information.
Are companies using flying practical instructors also eligible for subsidies?
Are companies using flying practical instructors also eligible for subsidies?
Yes, these companies are also eligible.
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