Which training leads to employment? The effectiveness of varying types of training programmes for unemployed jobseekers in Flanders
Jonas Wood,
Karel Neels,
Sunčica Vujić
Abstract:Despite the large body of ALMP evaluations focussing on isolated training programmes for unemployed jobseekers, our understanding of potential reasons for (in)effectiveness remains limited. Specific training programmes aim to remediate particular supply- or demand-side barriers to employment experienced by targeted jobseekers. Consequently, this study unpacks training into four different types: (I) general classroom training (GCT) to enhance motivation and job search skills, (II) occupation-specific classroom … Show more
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