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Business Assistant in Crafts (Dual Qualification Training) Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Betriebsassistent/in - Handwerk (doppelt qualifizierende Ausbildung)

The vocational training to become a Business Assistant in Crafts is a 1-year, dual-qualification initial training program. It simultaneously provides you with a recognized qualification in a craft profession and the qualification as a Business Assistant in Crafts. The training takes place in craft businesses, vocational schools, and vocational colleges, and requires an intermediate secondary school leaving certificate.

What you do

  • Supporting operational management with administrative and organizational tasks.
  • Assisting in the planning and coordination of projects and workflows within the craft business.
  • Customer consultation and support, including preparing offers and processing orders.
  • Performing accounting tasks, such as bookkeeping and cost control.
  • Managing materials, inventory, and procurement processes.
  • Communicating with suppliers, partners, and external service providers.
  • Ensuring quality and documenting work processes.

Requirements

  • Intermediate secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss or equivalent).
  • Strong interest in crafts and commercial contexts.
  • Good communication and organizational skills.
  • Diligent, structured, and independent work ethic.
  • Basic knowledge of common office software applications (e.g., MS Office).
  • Ability to work in a team and strong customer orientation.
  • High motivation and willingness to learn.

Career prospects

  1. 1Taking on specialist and leadership roles in craft businesses.
  2. 2Specialization in business administration areas such as marketing, human resources, or finance.
  3. 3Further training to become a Master Craftsman (Meister) or Business Administrator (Betriebswirt/in HwO).
  4. 4Founding your own craft business or taking over an existing one.
  5. 5Advancement to higher management positions within the craft sector.

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Business Assistant in Crafts (Dual Qualification Training) Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Business Assistant in Crafts (Dual Qualification Training) Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 1 year.

What German level do I need for a Business Assistant in Crafts (Dual Qualification Training) Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Business Assistant in Crafts (Dual Qualification Training) Ausbildung?

Intermediate secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss or equivalent).; Strong interest in crafts and commercial contexts.; Good communication and organizational skills.; Diligent, structured, and independent work ethic..

Where can I find open Business Assistant in Crafts (Dual Qualification Training) Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Business Assistant in Crafts (Dual Qualification Training)

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.