What is a professional training ?
A professional training program is an educational path designed to specifically prepare students for a certain profession or activity. In contrast to general academic studies, it emphasizes the development of practical and technical skills that are directly related to the demands of the workplace.
Professional training in Germany is primarily based on two complementary models:
The dual training (Ausbildung):
It is the most common model and one of the most renowned in Europe. It combines:
• Practical training in a company, where the student works as an apprentice
• Theoretical courses in a training center (Berufsschule)
The applicant is both employed and a student; he receives a monthly salary from the company between 682 and 1,200 euros, which enables him to gain experience while receiving compensation. Depending on the profession, the training typically lasts between two and four years.
• Practical training in a company, where the student works as an apprentice
• Theoretical courses in a training center (Berufsschule)
The applicant is both employed and a student; he receives a monthly salary from the company between 682 and 1,200 euros, which enables him to gain experience while receiving compensation. Depending on the profession, the training typically lasts between two and four years.
School education (Schulische Ausbildung):
According to this model, training is provided only in specialized institutions (professional schools, technical institutes, etc.) and includes stage-specific periods.
She frequently deals with social, artistic, or administrative professions and, depending on the school, may not always be compensated.
The main goal is to swiftly integrate young people into active lives with a qualified profile that businesses are looking for. Professional training programs are frequently based on recognized certificates, which pave the way for employment or a progression to more specialized higher education.
