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Specialist Practitioner for Painters and Varnishers (according to §66 BBiG/§42r HwO) Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fachpraktiker/in für Maler und Lackierer (§66 BBiG/§42r HwO)

This 3-year vocational training qualifies you as a Specialist Practitioner for Painters and Varnishers. You will acquire practical skills in painting, varnishing, and designing surfaces in various environments. While primarily designed for individuals with disabilities, the content is closely aligned with the recognized profession of Painter and Varnisher, offering a solid craft foundation.

What you do

  • Preparing surfaces (cleaning, filling, sanding)
  • Mixing and applying paints and varnishes
  • Wallpapering walls and ceilings
  • Protecting non-paintable areas (masking)
  • Repairing minor surface damage on surfaces
  • Cleaning tools and workspaces
  • Applying various painting techniques

Requirements

  • Manual dexterity and technical understanding
  • Diligence and precision in work
  • Physical resilience (standing, lifting)
  • Normal color vision (important for color mixing)
  • Willingness to learn and work in a team
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or equivalent

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in painting and varnishing companies
  2. 2Work in renovation and restoration firms
  3. 3Employment in workshops for people with disabilities
  4. 4Further training to become a fully qualified Painter and Varnisher (if suitable)

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 Specialist Practitioner for Painters and Varnishers (according to §66 BBiG/§42r HwO) 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 Specialist Practitioner for Painters and Varnishers (according to §66 BBiG/§42r HwO) Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Specialist Practitioner for Painters and Varnishers (according to §66 BBiG/§42r HwO) Ausbildung?

Manual dexterity and technical understanding; Diligence and precision in work; Physical resilience (standing, lifting); Normal color vision (important for color mixing).

Where can I find open Specialist Practitioner for Painters and Varnishers (according to §66 BBiG/§42r HwO) Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Specialist Practitioner for Painters and Varnishers (according to §66 BBiG/§42r HwO)

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.