A profession that never goes out of demand
Nursing is a profession that offers individuals the opportunity to work in the field of human welfare — helping and serving the needy and sick. It is an integral and vital part of society, and nurses are considered the backbone of the entire medical field.
In Germany, vocational training in nursing enables entry into professional life in the field of nursing. The training to become a state-certified nursing specialist takes three years and is offered at our partner school, PflegeFachSchule (PFSH) Hannover. The program ends with a state examination consisting of a practical, written and oral part.
PFSH is one of the best and leading nursing schools in the Hannover region. In conjunction with its own modernised nursing homes, it offers an optimal learning environment — modern classrooms, on-site facilities, and excellent training opportunities, entirely at zero cost to students.
Theory and practice, combined by design
Vocational training in nursing, in accordance with the Nursing Professions Act, consists of theoretical instruction at nursing schools and practical training at healthcare facilities across all nursing fields. Theory and practice are combined in sections of several weeks throughout the three years.
The majority of practical training takes place at the training institution where the trainee has signed their training contract — including assignments in hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient services, psychiatric nursing, and paediatric care.
2,400 Hours Theory
Classroom instruction structured around real professional nursing situations.
2,500 Hours Practical
Hands-on training across hospitals, care homes and outpatient nursing services.
Generalist Qualification
Graduates can work across all nursing areas, with the qualification recognised EU-wide.
German Language Path
Every student's road to B2 fluency
The training program is taught entirely in German, so reaching the required language level is the first and most important milestone. Institutions across India now offer structured courses to get you there.
A1
Foundation
6–8 weeks
A2
Elementary
6–8 weeks
B1
Intermediate
2 months
B2
Ausbildung-Ready
2 months
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Depart for Germany
8–10 months total
Generally, each language level lasts between 6 weeks and 2 months, with a minimum of 8 to 10 months required to reach B2 before entering the Ausbildung — ensuring you can confidently follow every class from day one.
Career Outcomes
Where this qualification takes you
Since graduates can work in all areas of nursing after training, they have a wide range of employment and development opportunities — and the freedom to build a career across the EU.
EU-Wide Recognition
Work as a nursing specialist in any of the 27 EU member states.
Immediate Employment
Begin your career as a registered nurse right after your state exam.
Specialisation Paths
Move into hospitals, psychiatric care, paediatrics or outpatient nursing.