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Furrier / Garment Maker (Fur and Leather) Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Kürschner/in

The Ausbildung (vocational training) as a Furrier is a 3-year recognized apprenticeship in industry and skilled crafts. You will learn the artistic processing of furs and leather to create or repair high-quality clothing and accessories.

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What you do

  • Select and inspect furs and leather for quality, color, and structure
  • Design and create patterns for garments
  • Cut and prepare furs (e.g., softening, stretching)
  • Sew fur and leather pieces together by hand or with special machines
  • Perform repairs and alterations on existing fur and leather products
  • Advise customers and take measurements for custom orders
  • Maintain, clean, and store products

Requirements

  • Good eye for detail and manual dexterity
  • Creativity and a sense of aesthetics
  • Diligence and precision in work
  • Interest in fashion, materials, and design
  • Spatial imagination
  • Customer orientation and communication skills
  • Physical resilience (e.g., standing, fine motor skills)

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific materials or techniques (e.g., fur restoration)
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Furrier (Kürschner-Meister/in)
  3. 3Opening your own furrier business
  4. 4Working in the fashion industry or for theater/film productions
  5. 5Studying fashion design or textile technology

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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 Furrier / Garment Maker (Fur and Leather) Ausbildung in Germany?

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

What German level do I need for a Furrier / Garment Maker (Fur and Leather) Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Furrier / Garment Maker (Fur and Leather) Ausbildung?

Good eye for detail and manual dexterity; Creativity and a sense of aesthetics; Diligence and precision in work; Interest in fashion, materials, and design.

Where can I find open Furrier / Garment Maker (Fur and Leather) Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Furrier / Garment Maker (Fur and Leather)

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.