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NB/03 · TRAINING

Ausbildung · 3 years

Vocational training: Nursing

The occupation with the greatest staff shortage in Germany. A German nursing qualification is recognised throughout the EU and is the shortest route to long-term residence.

Official German occupation title: Pflegefachmann / Pflegefachfrau

An allowance that rises every year

  1. Year 1€1,250per month, gross
  2. Year 2€1,310per month, gross
  3. Year 3€1,420per month, gross
After qualifying: €3,000 – €3,600/monthIndicative range for the field, excluding shift allowances and bonuses.
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What you will learn
  • Caring for patients and older people
  • Fundamentals of medicine, pharmacology and hygiene
  • Communicating with patients and their relatives
  • Keeping care records to German standards
Where you can work
  • Hospitals and specialist clinics
  • Residential care homes (Pflegeheim)
  • Home care services (ambulante Pflege)
Who this trade suits
  • Patient and comfortable with shift work
  • Enjoy caring for others
  • Good at learning languages
Where to go next

After qualifying you can specialise further (anaesthesia, intensive care, nursing management) or go on to a degree in nursing.