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Ausbildung in Germany

Ausbildung in Germany

Learning and working in one pathway

The German vocational training system Ausbildung combines learning and earning. With Europe Work Pass you receive guidance with matching, interview preparation and throughout the entire process.

Important: official applications such as visa, enrolment and insurance must be submitted by you. We provide checklists, guidance and follow-up.

What is Ausbildung

  • Duale Ausbildung: practical work combined with classes at vocational school. In some sectors, such as healthcare, it is mainly school-based.
  • Duration: usually two to three and a half years.
  • Allowance: approximately €800 to €1,400 per month, depending on profession, training year and region.
  • Diploma: a legally recognised German qualification under the BBiG law that significantly improves your career prospects.

Who is it for

  • School leavers from the European Union and beyond.
  • Candidates who want to start in healthcare, hospitality, gastronomy, beauty, engineering, logistics or IT.
  • Anyone who wants to train in Germany with job security and residence stability.

Popular training directions

  • Nursing, usually requiring B2 German.
  • Dental assistant (ZFA), level A2 to B1.
  • Medical assistant (MFA), level A2 to B1.
  • Radiology assistant, surgical assistant (OTA) and anaesthesia assistant (ATA), level B1 to B2.
  • Hotel management and reception, level A2 to B1.
  • Gastronomy and chef, level A2 to B1.
  • Warehouse and logistics worker, level A2 to B1.
  • Mechatronics, electrical engineering and industrial mechanics, level A2 to B1.
  • Office management, retail and beauty or wellness, level A2 to B1.

Doctors cannot follow Ausbildung. They go through a separate pathway.

Pathway for doctors

  1. Medical language exam Fachsprachprüfung (FSP).
  2. Temporary work permit as a doctor.
  3. Full licence to practise (Approbation).
  4. Start as an assistant doctor in a clinic.

After passing the FSP we provide free matching with clinics and support until the contract. Official applications are submitted by you; we provide checklists, verification and guidance.

Basic requirements

  • High school diploma; exact requirements vary by profession.
  • German level A2 to B1; in healthcare at least B2.
  • For doctors the FSP is mandatory; C1 is recommended.
  • Candidates from outside the EU require a national visa type D.

The process in six steps

  • Free Quick Scan for profile and opportunity analysis.
  • Language training up to A2, B1 or B2 depending on the field.
  • Matching with employers and schools.
  • Job interviews with online meetings and preparation.
  • Contract or admission to training or work.
  • Visa and departure, followed by arrival and start with registrations, insurance and orientation.

Salary and costs

  • Allowance between €800 and €1,400 per month.
  • School costs: usually none in dual training; sometimes a small fee in school-based tracks.
  • Living expenses such as housing, food and transport are your own responsibility; sometimes the employer helps.

What we do for you

  • Matching with employers and schools.
  • Interview coaching with CV, motivation and practice questions.
  • Document checklist and pre-checks.
  • Support on arrival and integration.
  • Regular follow-up during your training.

What you do yourself

  • Submit all official applications such as visa, registration and insurance.
  • Schedule and attend appointments at the embassy, bank and municipality.
  • Provide documents and translations on time.
  • Arrange rental and contracts yourself.
  • Stay in contact with school and employer in case of changes.

We are not a visa agency or law firm. You submit yourself; we provide explanation, verification and guidance.

Glossary

  • BIBB: Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training.
  • BBiG: German Vocational Training Act.
  • BERUFENET: official occupation portal of the German Federal Employment Agency.
  • OTA: surgical assistant supporting the surgeon.
  • ATA: anaesthesia assistant supporting the anaesthetist during operations.
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