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There are 127 services for Vocational training

Vocational training

There are more than 320 occupations in Germany requiring formal training. What is the dual training system? This is the standard way of learning an occupation in Germany: a great deal of practical work, combined with study at a vocational school. You can find out more about vocational training here: From the initial medical examination for trainees to training times, possibilities for deducting periods in education from the overall length of training, successful applications to vocational schools and final exams.

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Appeal to the arbitration committee for disputes arising from vocational training relationships

If you wish to file a labor court complaint in the event of disputes arising from vocational training relationships, you must first appeal to an arbitration committee if the respective authority responsible for vocational training has formed one.

Apply for a change to a BMZ-funded project in the field of vocational education and training

As a DAAD, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation or International Sustainability Campus, you must notify the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) of any changes to funding projects for vocational education and training.

Apply for a European Professional Card

With the European Professional Card (EBA), you can have certain professional qualifications recognised within the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA) via an online procedure.

Apply for a licence to practise pharmacists from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as a pharmacist in Germany? Then you need a state license, the approbation. You can also obtain a licence to practise medicine with a foreign professional qualification. To do this, you must have your professional qualification recognised.

Apply for a loan or needs-based grant for training

If you find yourself in a financial emergency situation during your training, you can receive a loan or grant from the Jobcenter under certain conditions.

Apply for a measure that prepares you for training

The pre-vocational training measure (BvB) helps you if you are having problems finding an apprenticeship or have broken off an apprenticeship. With the BvB, you can make good use of the time until your (next) apprenticeship and make progress on your way into working life.

Apply for a residence permit to carry out a qualification measure

Would you like to work in Germany, but your professional qualification has not yet been fully recognized? Then under certain conditions you can obtain a residence permit to carry out a qualification measure.

Apply for a residence permit to carry out a qualification measure with employment

Would you like to take part in a training course for the recognition of your foreign professional qualification and work at the same time? Then you can obtain a residence permit for this under certain conditions.

Apply for a shortened examination to become a tax advisor

If you would like to take the tax consultant exam, you can apply to shorten the exam under certain conditions.

Apply for a theoretical examination for aviation personnel (ATPL, MPL, CPL, IR, CB-IR, BIR, FI)

If you want to obtain a permit for aviation personnel - for example a pilot's license - you must pass a theoretical examination.

Apply for a tolerated stay for training

If, in the event of a rejected asylum application, you would like to continue training that began in the asylum procedure or if you are in possession of a toleration permit and would like to start training, you can obtain a training toleration for the duration of the training under certain conditions

Apply for admission to technical college

Technical colleges are institutions for continuing vocational training. The training courses in the specialist areas follow on from your initial vocational training and...

Apply for admission to vocational school

Would you like to find out about admission to a vocational school? Read all the important information here.

Apply for admission to vocational school

Would you like to find out about admission to a vocational school? Read all the important information here.

Apply for an education loan

If you need financial support for your school education or your studies, you can apply for a temporary low-interest education loan under certain conditions.

apply for an examination warrant

You want to start working life as a young person? Then you must have a medical examination before starting work.

Apply for an extension of the residence permit for conditional admission to study or part-time study

If you have a residence permit to prepare for studies and the conditions for starting your studies are not yet in place, you can apply for an extension of the residence permit.

Apply for an extension of the training period

If there are issues with vocational training, in case of failing the final exam or for a part-time training, you can apply for extending your training period.

Apply for an extension of the training toleration

If you are in possession of a training toleration and your training cannot be completed within the planned period, your training toleration will be extended for the extension period of the vocational training.

Apply for appointment as a tax consultant

Would you like to work as a tax consultant? Read here what you need to consider.

Apply for BAföG to attend school

You can get financial help to go to school or do an internship if your parents do not earn much or if you have already worked for a while. This help is called BAföG.

Apply for equivalence of certificates of competence and training in accordance with Section 13c of the Trade, Commerce and Industry Regulation Act

  • To work as a security guard, insurance advisor, insurance broker, financial investment broker, fee-based financial investment advisor or real estate loan broker, you need a certificate of competence.
  • The certificate of competence is a prerequisite for the granting of the respective license under trade law.
  • You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized as proof of expertise.

Apply for exemption from the tax consultant examination

If you would like to become a tax consultant, you can apply for an exemption from the tax consultant examination. This must be granted if certain requirements are met.

Apply for funding for in-company training for people with disabilities who are fully incapacitated for work

If you are currently unable to work at least 3 hours a day due to your disability, but would still like to complete a regular (initial) training course, you could be supported with the budget for training.

Apply for funding for people with disabilities who want to pursue training

If you want to do an apprenticeship and you need special support or assistance because of your disabilities, you can do the apprenticeship in companies or institutions that are equipped to meet your special needs.

Apply for funding from the ESF Plus program "Give advice - Yes to training!"

If you would like to train and strengthen caregivers of young immigrants or young descendants of immigrants, you can receive a grant under certain conditions.

Apply for permission to use the professional title occupational therapist from EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as an occupational therapist in Germany? Then you need a state permit.

To obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for permission to use the professional title occupational therapist from third countries

Would you like to work as an occupational therapist in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of dietician from EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as a dietician in Germany? Then you need a state permit. In order to obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of emergency paramedic from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as an emergency paramedic in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain the state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of geriatric nurse from third countries

Would you like to work as a geriatric nurse in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To do so, you must submit an application and have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of health and paediatric nurse from EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work in Germany as a health and paediatric nurse? Then you need a state permit. To do this, you must submit an application and have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of masseuse and medical lifeguard or masseur and medical lifeguard from EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work in Germany as a masseuse and medical lifeguard or masseur and medical lifeguard? Then you need a state permit. To obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of medical dissection and preparation assistant for degrees from abroad

The benefit is not offered in Saxony-Anhalt. You can apply for the benefit in another federal state.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of nurse from EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as a nurse in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To do this, you must submit an application and have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of orthoptist from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as an orthoptist in Germany? Then you need a state permit. In order to obtain the state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for permission to use the professional title of speech therapist from EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as a speech therapist in Germany? Then you need a state permit.

In order to obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Apply for professional advancement training funding

If you would like to continue your professional training and meet certain requirements, you can receive financial support for your advanced training.

Apply for recognition as a geriatric nurse with a professional qualification from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as a geriatric nurse in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To do so, you must submit an application and have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a Medical Laboratory Assistant with professional qualification from EU/EEA/Switzerland.

You would like to work in Germany as a medical-technical laboratory assistant? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized for this purpose.

Apply for recognition as a medical-technical assistant for functional diagnostics with professional qualification from a third country

You would like to work in Germany as a medical-technical assistant for functional diagnostics? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a medical-technical assistant for functional diagnostics with professional qualification from EU/EEA/Switzerland.

You would like to work in Germany as a medical-technical assistant for functional diagnostics? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a medical-technical laboratory assistant with professional qualification from a third country

You would like to work in Germany as a medical-technical laboratory assistant? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized for this purpose.

Apply for recognition as a medical-technical radiology assistant with professional qualification from a third country

You would like to work in Germany as a medical-technical radiology assistant? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized for this purpose.

Apply for recognition as a medical-technical radiology assistant with professional qualification from EU/EEA/Switzerland.

You would like to work in Germany as a medical-technical radiology assistant? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized for this purpose.

Apply for recognition as a midwife with a professional qualification that is automatically recognised

Would you like to work as a midwife in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To do this, you must have your foreign professional qualification recognised. Foreign professional qualifications can be automatically recognised under certain conditions.

Apply for recognition as a midwife with a professional qualification that is not automatically recognised

Would you like to work as a midwife in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a nurse with a professional qualification from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as a nurse in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain a state permit, you must submit an application and have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a nurse with a professional qualification from third countries

Would you like to work as a nurse in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain the state permit, you must submit an application and can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a pharmaceutical-technical assistant with a professional qualification from a third country

Would you like to work as a pharmaceutical-technical assistant in Germany? Then you need a state permit. In order to obtain the state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a pharmaceutical-technical assistant with a professional qualification from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work as a pharmaceutical-technical assistant in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To do this, you must have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Apply for recognition as a tax consultant from abroad

You come from abroad and would like to work as a tax consultant in Germany? Then you must apply for admission to the qualifying examination.

Apply for recognition as a veterinary technical assistant with a professional qualification from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

Would you like to work in Germany as a veterinary medical-technical assistant? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized for this.

Apply for recognition as a veterinary technical assistant with professional qualifications from third countries.

You would like to work in Germany as a veterinary medical technical assistant? Then you need a state permit. You can have your foreign professional qualification recognized for this purpose.

Apply for recognition of a foreign professional qualification in a skilled trade or a trade similar to a skilled trade (journeyman's examination)

You would like to work permanently in Germany in a profession in the skilled trades or a trade similar to the skilled trades at journeyman level? Would you like access to a master school or examination? Then you can have your foreign professional qualification in the skilled crafts officially recognized.

Apply for subsidies for the training and employment of people with disabilities at the Employment Agency

If you train or further train people with disabilities and severely disabled people in your company, you can receive a subsidy towards their training pay. If you subsequently employ severely disabled people on a permanent basis, you can receive a wage subsidy.

Apply for subsidies for the training and employment of people with disabilities at the Jobcenter

If you train or further train people with disabilities and severely disabled people in your company, you can receive a subsidy towards their training pay. If you subsequently employ severely disabled people on a permanent basis, you can receive a wage subsidy.

Apply for support for successful training/entry qualification (assisted training)

If you have difficulties in your in-company vocational training or entry-level qualification, you and your training company can receive support so that you can successfully start or complete your training or entry-level qualification.

Apply for the admission of a European lawyer to the Bar Association

If you have previously practised as a lawyer in another country within the European Union (EU), in a contracting state to the Agreement on the European Economic Area (EEA) or in Switzerland, you can apply to become a European lawyer.

Apply for the tax consultant examination

If you would like to become a tax consultant, you must apply for admission to the tax consultant examination.

Apply for training advice

The Chamber promotes the implementation of vocational training preparation, vocational training and vocational retraining by advising all parties involved.

Apply for training allowance

As a person with disabilities, you can receive training allowance to cover your living costs if you take part in certain training measures.

Apply for upgrading training assistance (Aufstiegs-BAföG)

If you are continuing your education, you can receive financial support under the Upgrading Training Assistance Act (AFBG) under certain conditions.

Apply for vocational training allowance

If you do not live with your parents during your training, you can apply for vocational training allowance to cover your living expenses.

Apply to the BMZ for funding for new and continuing vocational education and training projects

The DAAD, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and International Sustainability Campus can currently apply for funding for vocational education and training projects from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Apply to the employment agency for support for participation in external vocational training

If you are unable to find a training place in a company, you can, under certain conditions, take part in external vocational training with a training provider.

Apply to the Federal Employment Agency for benefits for participation in working life

If, due to your (impending) disability(ies), you need support in finding training or a job or in securing your training or job, you can receive support for this in the form of grants or special assistance.

Apply to the Jobcenter for support for participation in external vocational training

If you are unable to find a training place in a company, you can, under certain conditions, take part in external vocational training with a training provider.

Applying for a residence permit for company training and further education for training and further education purposes

You can obtain a residence permit to complete in-company vocational training or further training in Germany regardless of your school requirements.

Applying for a residence permit for the purpose of school-based vocational training

Under certain conditions, you can obtain a residence permit to complete vocational training in Germany.

Applying for a residence permit to look for a training place in order to carry out qualified vocational training

Do you need a residence permit to look for a training place in order to complete qualified vocational training? You can obtain this under certain conditions.

Applying for admission to a technical secondary school

Would you like to find out about admission to a technical secondary school? Read all the important information here.

Applying for admission to the retraining exam

You complete your retraining with the retraining examination. This provides proof of your professional competence in a specific occupation.

Applying for permission to use the professional title of emergency paramedic from third countries

Would you like to work as an emergency paramedic in Germany? Then you need a state permit. In order to obtain the state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Applying for permission to use the professional title of masseur and medical spa therapist from third countries

Would you like to work as a masseuse and medical bath attendant in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain a state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Applying for permission to use the professional title of nurse from third countries

Would you like to work as a nurse in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To do this, you must submit an application and have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Applying for permission to use the professional title of orthoptist from third countries

Would you like to work as an orthoptist in Germany? Then you need a state permit. In order to obtain the state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Applying for permission to use the professional title of podiatrist from third countries

Would you like to work as a podiatrist in Germany? Then you need a state license. In order to obtain the state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Applying for permission to use the professional title of speech therapist from third countries

Would you like to work as a speech therapist in Germany? Then you need a state permit.
In order to obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Applying for recognition as a driving instructor with a foreign professional qualification

Would you like to work as a driving instructor in Germany? Then you need a driving instructor license. You can also obtain a driving instructor's license in Germany with a professional qualification from abroad.

Applying for recognition as a health and paediatric nurse with professional qualifications from third countries

Would you like to work in Germany as a health and paediatric nurse? Then you need a state permit. To do this, you must submit an application and have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Applying for recognition as a lawyer with a professional qualification from abroad

Do you have a professional qualification as a lawyer from the EU, the EEA or Switzerland? In order to work permanently in the profession in Germany, you need to be admitted to the bar. To do this, you must have your professional qualification recognized.

Applying for recognition of a foreign professional qualification as a tax assistant

You have a foreign professional qualification as a tax clerk or assistant tax clerk. Would you like to work permanently in this profession in Germany? Then you can have your foreign professional qualification officially recognized.

Applying for recognition of a foreign professional qualification for training or further training in the field of agriculture

You have a foreign professional qualification in the field of agriculture. Would you like to work permanently in this profession in Germany? Then you can have your foreign professional qualification officially recognized.

Applying for recognition of a foreign professional qualification for training or further training in the field of the legal professions

You have a foreign professional qualification in the field of judicial training professions. Would you like to work in this profession in Germany on a permanent basis? Then you can have your foreign professional qualification officially recognized.

Applying for recognition of a foreign professional qualification in a skilled trade requiring admission (master craftsman's examination)

Do you want to work permanently as a self-employed tradesperson in Germany? Then you must be entered in the register of skilled crafts. To do this, you need a specific professional qualification. You must have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Applying for recognition of a foreign professional qualification in healthcare professions

You have a foreign professional qualification in a healthcare profession. Would you like to work permanently in this profession in Germany? Then you can have your foreign professional qualification officially recognized.

Applying for recognition of a foreign professional qualification in trades that do not require a license or similar trades (master craftsman examination)

Would you like to work permanently in Germany in a craft or similar trade that does not require a license at master craftsman level? Then you can have your foreign professional qualification officially recognized in the skilled crafts sector.

Applying for recognition of previous vocational training towards the training period

A course of study at a vocational school (e.g. technical school), a basic vocational training year (BGJ) or a vocational preparation year (BVJ) can be counted in whole or in part...

Applying for registration in the legal services register with professional qualifications from EU and EEA states and Switzerland

If you would like to provide legal services in the areas of debt collection, pension advice or legal advice on foreign law with a foreign professional qualification, you can prove your practical expertise by completing an adaptation course.

Applying for support from an integration service for a person with disabilities

If you need special support with professional integration or to secure your job due to your disability, the employment agency can commission a specialist integration service for this purpose.

Applying for training arrangements for disabled people

Persons with disabilities or their representatives may apply to the competent chamber for special training arrangements for themselves.

Career entry support for pupils

If your general school offers career entry support and you are having problems achieving your school-leaving certificate or finding vocational training, you can take part in career entry support.

Carry out vocational orientation measure for pupils

If you want to give young people an in-depth insight into the world of work and careers, you can carry out a career orientation measure with pupils under certain conditions.

complete technical and business training for master craftsmen and journeymen

Would you like to develop further in your trade? Find out about further training opportunities here.

Dietician with training from third countries, professional qualification recognition

Would you like to work as a dietitian in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Doctor with training from third countries, recognition of professional qualification

Would you like to work as a doctor in Germany? Then you need a state license, the approbation. You can also obtain a licence to practise medicine with a foreign professional qualification. To do this, you must have your professional qualification recognised.

Education system in another Member State

If you want to live in another country, this section provides more information on educational rights and obligations in every Member State of the European Union.

Final examination in recognized training occupations according to BBiG Acceptance

If you are completing training in a recognized training occupation in accordance with the Vocational Training Act (BBiG), there is a final examination at the end of the training....

Final examination in recognized training occupations according to BBiG Admission

If you wish to take your final examination, you must apply for admission to the final examination at the office responsible for you.

Final examination in recognized training occupations according to BBiG Certification

If you have passed the final examination, you can apply for a duplicate or translation of the examination certificate. You can also request a list of your vocational school achievements on the examination certificate.

Have a tax consulting company recognized

Do you want to set up a tax consulting company? Find out here what you need to bear in mind.

Have continuing education for academic health professions recognised

You have successfully completed your medical studies and would now like to do a specialist training? Here you will find information about it.

Have foreign vocational training qualifications recognised

You acquired your professional qualification abroad and want to work in your profession in Germany? Depending on your profession, you can or must have your foreign qualificatio...

Lawyer Europäisch - Applying for dismissal from the RA Chamber

You can waive admission to the Bar Association in writing at any time.

Participate in a program that prepares young people with disabilities for vocational training.

If you have a disability and have not yet found a training position after completing compulsory schooling, you can take part in a pre-vocational training program that takes your special needs into account.

Pharmacist with training from third countries, recognition of professional qualification

Would you like to work as a pharmacist in Germany? Then you need a state license, the Approbation. You can also obtain a license to practice if you have a foreign professional qualification. To do so, you must have your professional qualification recognized.

Physiotherapist with training from EU/EEA/Switzerland, professional qualification recognition

Would you like to work as a physiotherapist in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Physiotherapist with training from third countries, recognition of professional qualification

Would you like to work as a physiotherapist in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain state permission, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognized.

Podiatrist with training from EU/EEA/Switzerland, recognise professional qualification

You would like to work as a podiatrist in Germany? Then you need a state permit. To obtain the state permit, you can have your foreign professional qualification recognised.

Recognise a doctor with training from the EU/EEA/Switzerland, professional qualification

Would you like to work as a doctor in Germany? Then you need a state license, the approbation.
You can also obtain a licence to practise medicine with a foreign professional qualification. To do this, you must have your professional qualification recognised.

Recognition of foreign professional qualifications

You have acquired your professional qualification abroad and want to work in your profession in Germany? Depending on your profession, you can or must have your foreign...

Register for a vocational preparation year

Can't find a training place? Find out here whether a vocational preparation year (BVJ) is an alternative for you.

Request funds for a funded project from the Vocational Education and Training funding program

Are you receiving funding from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) for a vocational education and training project? Then you can request payment of the funds at the start of the project.

Residence permit for the purpose of training: Applying for an extension

You must extend your residence permit, which was issued to you for training and further education purposes, in good time if you wish to continue your training or further education in Germany.

Retraining examination according to BBiG Certification

If you yourIf you have completed your retraining with the retraining examination, you can request a duplicate of the original certificate or an English or French translation.

Revocation of the admission of a European lawyer to the Bar Association

If you do not prove that you have been admitted to the bar in your country of origin every three years, your admission to the Bar Association may be revoked.

Submit a waiver of legal remedies for a funded project from the "Vocational education and training" funding program

The DAAD, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation or International Sustainability Campus can waive the right to appeal if you receive project funding from the BMZ under the Vocational Education and Training budget heading. This speeds up the payment process.

Submit proof of use or interim proof of use for a BMZ-funded project in the field of vocational education and training

Do you receive funding from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) for a vocational education and training project? Then you must submit annual interim reports as well as a proof of use of funds after completion.

Support for young people in difficult circumstances

As a certified training provider, do you want to provide individual support to young people in difficult circumstances? You can receive funding from the Jobcenter for this.

Support for young people in difficult circumstances

Are you between 15 and 25 years old and need support to overcome difficulties? Then you can receive support from the Jobcenter or a sponsor.

Take advantage of careers advice from the Federal Employment Agency

If you need help in choosing a career or reorienting yourself, you can contact the careers advice service at the Employment Agency.

Take the examination to become a tax consultant

If you want to become a tax consultant, you generally have to pass the tax consultant examination.

Taking an intermediate examination in dual training occupations

Your intermediate examination will take place about halfway through the training period. The intermediate examination is a knowledge assessment and is intended to give you and the training company feedback on the previous knowledge transfer.

Training occupations under the jurisdiction of the Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK), have foreign professional qualifications recognized

Do you have a training qualification from abroad? Then you can apply to the Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK) in Germany for official recognition of your training qualification.