Ausbildung career
Assistant in Health and Social Services Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Assistent/in - Gesundheits- und Sozialwesen
The training to become an Assistant in Health and Social Services is a state-regulated, school-based program lasting 1 year, culminating in a state examination. It provides fundamental knowledge and skills to support professionals in social and care facilities. A secondary school leaving certificate (mittlerer Bildungsabschluss) is required.
What you do
- Supporting professionals in the care and supervision of clients
- Assisting with personal hygiene, nutrition, and mobility for people in need
- Accompanying clients to appointments and recreational activities
- Assisting with administrative tasks and documentation
- Communicating with clients, their families, and team members
- Helping to organize daily routines in social facilities
Requirements
- Secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss)
- Good German language skills (at least B2 level)
- Empathy, social competence, and teamwork ability
- Sense of responsibility and reliability
- Physical and mental resilience
- Interest in working with people and in the social sector
Career prospects
- 1Entry-level position in hospitals, nursing homes, or social facilities
- 2Further training to become a certified nurse (Pflegefachmann/-frau) or in other social professions
- 3Specialization in various areas of health and social services
- 4Working in facilities for people with disabilities or in outpatient care
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Assistant in Health and Social Services Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 1,100 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
How long is the Assistant in Health and Social Services Ausbildung?
The Ausbildung takes 1 year.
What German level do I need for a Assistant in Health and Social Services Ausbildung?
Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Assistant in Health and Social Services Ausbildung?
Secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss); Good German language skills (at least B2 level); Empathy, social competence, and teamwork ability; Sense of responsibility and reliability.
Where can I find open Assistant in Health and Social Services Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Assistant in Health and Social Services
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.