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Care Assistant / Everyday Companion Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Betreuungskraft / Alltagsbegleiter/in

The training to become a Care Assistant or Everyday Companion is a crucial social activity that supports people in various life situations. Since this training is regulated by the internal provisions of the training providers, admission requirements, duration, and qualification titles can vary. It is a fulfilling role that requires empathy and communication skills.

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What you do

  • Assisting with daily life activities, e.g., shopping or administrative errands
  • Organizing and conducting leisure activities (games, walks, crafts)
  • Encouraging and accompanying social contacts
  • Communication and emotional support for the people being cared for
  • Helping to maintain a daily structure
  • Documenting care services

Requirements

  • High social competence and empathy
  • Good communication skills and patience
  • Physical and psychological resilience
  • Sense of responsibility and reliability
  • Willingness to work shifts, including weekends
  • Clean criminal record (often required)
  • Depending on the training provider: secondary school leaving certificate or basic school leaving certificate with professional experience

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific target groups (e.g., dementia patients, children)
  2. 2Further training to become a specialist in geriatric psychiatry
  3. 3Advancement to team leader or coordinator in care facilities
  4. 4Self-employment as an everyday companion
  5. 5Further education in related social or care professions

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 Care Assistant / Everyday Companion Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 1,100 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Care Assistant / Everyday Companion Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Care Assistant / Everyday Companion Ausbildung?

High social competence and empathy; Good communication skills and patience; Physical and psychological resilience; Sense of responsibility and reliability.

Where can I find open Care Assistant / Everyday Companion Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Care Assistant / Everyday Companion

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.