GETTING TO KNOW ABOUT VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS (AUSBILDUNG) IN GERMANY
In Germany, the “job-learning” education system is known, a combination of practical and theoretical (duale Berufsausbildung). 2,300 hours of theory at school (Berufschule) and 2,500 hours of practical work in a company. In a company, you’ll actually work and learn how the job is done, providing a concrete picture of what future work will be like.
This combination of theory and practice significantly helps Ausbildung students meet employers’ expectations, providing not only knowledge but also experience in the workplace. This dual Ausbildung offers a significant opportunity for future employment, which is why it is so popular in Germany.
The minimum age to participate in Ausbildung is 18 years old and the minimum education is high school/vocational school graduate.