ANOFM Training Programs
ANOFM (National Agency for Employment)
What is this?
Provides free qualification and requalification courses, career counseling, job placement, and mobility support. Unemployed participants receive their unemployment benefit during training.
Am I eligible?
Unemployed people registered with ANOFM in Romania. Also available to people at risk of unemployment and certain employed workers who need retraining.
Target audience:
Eligible sectors:
What do I get?
Free training + unemployment benefits continue
Benefit details may vary based on your eligibility and location.
How to apply
Register at your local AJOFM (county employment agency) or at anofm.ro.
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