Recognize previous vocational training

Together with your training company, you submit an application for recognition of your previous vocational training.

The competent authority will decide

• whether your previous vocational training will be recognized,
• whether your training period will be shortened,
• which crediting period will be taken into account.

To the competent body responsible for this dual training occupation. This is usually a chamber (IHK, Hwk etc.) or - in a few cases - the supervisory and service directorate.

• previous vocational training

You can find out which other requirements you must fulfill from the responsible office.

• Proof of previous professional training, for example through
  • diploma
  • certificate

None.

None.

• § 7 Vocational Training Act (BBiG)

You can also shorten your training period if you have a high school diploma or have already completed vocational training. You can also shorten the training period if you have already gained work experience in part-time jobs. If you have already acquired the skills and knowledge elsewhere, you can also apply to shorten the training period.

Each training occupation has a minimum training period that you must complete.

05.11.2020