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Curative Education Caregiver Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Heilerziehungspfleger/in

The vocational training as a Curative Education Caregiver (Heilerziehungspfleger/in) is a state-regulated 1-year school-based program that requires prior relevant vocational training and/or professional experience. It qualifies you for pedagogical, care, and assistive support for people with disabilities. In some federal states, it can also be completed as a practice-integrated training (PiA).

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What you do

  • Supporting people with disabilities in daily tasks (e.g., personal hygiene, meals)
  • Planning and conducting pedagogical, therapeutic, and recreational activities
  • Promoting the independence and social participation of the individuals cared for
  • Documenting development processes and implemented measures
  • Collaborating with relatives, doctors, therapists, and other professionals
  • Accompanying individuals to appointments and leisure activities
  • Managing conflicts and crisis situations

Requirements

  • Completion of a relevant vocational training and/or corresponding professional experience
  • Alternatively: Secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss) and potentially internships
  • High degree of empathy, patience, and social competence
  • Resilience and mental stability
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Sense of responsibility and reliability
  • At least German language proficiency at B2 level

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific types of disabilities or age groups
  2. 2Further education to become a Curative Educator (Heilpädagoge/in)
  3. 3Taking on team leader or coordination roles
  4. 4Management positions in social institutions
  5. 5Establishing own services in assistance and care

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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 Curative Education Caregiver 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 Curative Education Caregiver Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 1 year.

What German level do I need for a Curative Education Caregiver Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Curative Education Caregiver Ausbildung?

Completion of a relevant vocational training and/or corresponding professional experience; Alternatively: Secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss) and potentially internships; High degree of empathy, patience, and social competence; Resilience and mental stability.

Where can I find open Curative Education Caregiver Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 42 open positions at 34 companies, for example at Hephata Hess. Diakoniezentrum e.V., Lebenshilfe e.V., and Sozialpflegeschulen Heimerer GmbH.

How to apply as a Curative Education Caregiver

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.