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Cosmetician (Dual Vocational Training) Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Kosmetiker/in (duale Ausbildung)

The dual vocational training to become a cosmetician is a 3-year recognized profession in industry and trade, which also takes place in the skilled crafts sector. It provides you with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in skin and body care, make-up, and client consultation. This training prepares you to work in beauty salons, wellness hotels, or spas.

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What you do

  • Perform skin analyses and create individual treatment plans
  • Conduct facial and body treatments (e.g., cleanings, masks, massages)
  • Offer manicures and pedicures and perform nail care
  • Provide make-up consultation and application for various occasions
  • Advise clients on skincare products and their application, and sell them
  • Adhere to hygiene regulations and prepare and clean the workspace
  • Organize appointments and welcome clients

Requirements

  • At least a good secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate school leaving certificate (mittlerer Schulabschluss)
  • Strong interest in beauty, skincare, and cosmetics
  • Enjoy working with people and strong communication skills
  • Well-groomed appearance and good manners
  • Sensitivity, empathy, and discretion in dealing with clients
  • Manual dexterity and conscientiousness in product application
  • Resilience and flexibility, especially with changing client demands

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a Master Cosmetician (Kosmetikmeister/in)
  2. 2Specialization in areas such as medical cosmetology, permanent make-up, or wellness therapy
  3. 3Opening one's own beauty salon or mobile service
  4. 4Working in wellness hotels, spas, on cruise ships, or in perfumeries
  5. 5Working as a trainer or consultant for cosmetic manufacturers

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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 Cosmetician (Dual Vocational Training) Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 750 to 1,000 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Cosmetician (Dual Vocational 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 Cosmetician (Dual Vocational Training) Ausbildung?

At least a good secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate school leaving certificate (mittlerer Schulabschluss); Strong interest in beauty, skincare, and cosmetics; Enjoy working with people and strong communication skills; Well-groomed appearance and good manners.

Where can I find open Cosmetician (Dual Vocational Training) Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Cosmetician (Dual Vocational Training)

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.