German B1 and B2 for an Ausbildung place
Vocational training in Germany is taught in German, tested in German, and the Berufsschule will not slow down for you. Employers usually ask for B1 as a minimum and B2 for anything customer-facing or safety-critical, and the vocational training visa route expects the same. The certificate is the ticket to the interview.
Sound familiar?
- Applications get rejected at the language line before anyone reads your CV.
- Interview German and exam German are different skills — you need both.
- You are preparing while working or studying, so a fixed-schedule course is out.
- The Schreiben module is heavily weighted and rarely practised properly.
How we help
B1 and B2 packs side by side
Start at B1, confirm you pass comfortably, then move to B2 if your target employer needs it.
Writing tasks with model answers
Formal emails, complaints and applications — the same text types you will write to employers.
Speaking prep for the interview too
The Pro/Contra Trainer drills arguing both sides of a topic in German, which is exactly what the B1/B2 speaking module and the interview ask of you.
Timed practice that mirrors test day
Each paper is a full sitting: same sections, same order, same clock.
Frequently asked questions
+What German level do I need for an Ausbildung?
B1 is the common minimum and B2 is expected in healthcare, care work and customer-facing trades. Individual employers and chambers can set their own bar, so check the vacancy text.
+Does the Ausbildung visa require a certificate?
The vocational training residence permit generally requires proof of sufficient German for the programme — usually B1 or B2 from a recognised test centre — unless the training provider certifies your level.
+Can I prepare in three months?
If you are already close to the level, yes. Five full mock exams spread over 8–12 weeks, with review of every mistake, is a realistic plan alongside a job.