Detailed information about German vocational training conditions 2025

For post-high school students, vocational training in Germany is one of the options that offers the opportunity to study and work in an international environment with a desirable salary. Conditions for vocational study in Germany Nowadays, it is much simpler because the cooperation policy between the two governments is established to solve the problem of human resources in Germany and improve the skills of young Vietnamese people. SHD Academy will provide specific instructions on the conditions for vocational study in Germany as well as costs and procedures for parents and future international students to understand clearly through the article below!

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What is vocational training in Germany?

Vocational training in Germany is a dual vocational training program that combines theory and practice at enterprises. By participating in this program, students will both learn specialized knowledge at vocational training schools and practice working skills in a real environment at German enterprises. With internationally recognized degrees from this program, graduates can confidently work at enterprises in Germany or any country in the world.

One of the reasons why vocational training in Germany is increasingly receiving more attention from young Vietnamese people is thanks to conditions for vocational study in Germany very simple, just need to graduate from high school or higher. This makes the dream of studying abroad easier than ever. 

In particular, the German vocational study abroad program Nowadays, there are policies of free training and paid practice, helping students to be financially independent and have a stable life during their studies.

Some outstanding occupations in the vocational study abroad program in Germany suitable for Vietnamese students:

• Health sector: Dental Assistant, Nurse 
• Industry Electronic mechanics: Metalworking technician, mechanical and electrical technician, welding and mechanical technician, mechanical and electronic technician, etc.
• Industry Build: Construction technician, reinforced concrete technician, road infrastructure construction technician,... 
• Electronics Industry: Metal cutting, system operation technician,…
• Restaurant and Hotel Industry: Restaurant specialist, hotel receptionist
• Food industry: Chef, food specialist, food sales specialist,…

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SHD Academy students are studying in Germany (Source: SHD Academy)

Conditions for vocational study in Germany

According to the latest regulations on procedures apply for visa to study vocational training in Germany, then students need to meet the following conditions for vocational study in Germany basically as follows:

• Male and female, aged 18 to 30.
• Have high school diploma
• Have German certificate from B1 or higher, if not yet, students cancan refer Shd Education – German training center belongs to SHD ecosystem.
• Good health, provide test certificate showing no infection with hepatitis A; B; C, no HIV virus, no deformities.
• Good morality, no criminal records and criminal records.
• Successfully signed a work contract with a German company in the field of training. Students can access reputable companies and training institutions in Germany through connecting organizations such as SHD Academy.

Please note that the above conditions for vocational training in Germany are for general reference only and represent only the most basic conditions for vocational training in Germany. You can see detailed information at Website of the Federal Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany. Each different major will have some additional requirements to suit the nature of the job. 

>> Parents and students who are interested in learning more, please refer to the section Industry or Contact SHD Academy for detailed advice.

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Necessary requirements when studying vocational training in Germany

To successfully reach the dream of studying vocational training in Germany, parents and students need to learn the details. German vocational study itinerary through the 6 steps below:

1. Learn German and international integration skills

Conditions for vocational study in Germany The first prerequisite is to study and take the German language certificate from level B1 or higher. Proficiency in German is a necessary condition for you to study and work smoothly in Germany as well as for long-term settlement later.

If the student already knows German, they need to provide a TELC certificate at level B1 or B2, depending on the requirements of the profession. Note that a valid German certificate must be issued no more than 12 months before submitting the application. If they do not know German, students should study at a reputable center such as SHD Education, with a minimum study time of 9 months to obtain the certificate.

In parallel with the language learning process, SHD Education also organizes festivals and events according to German cultural standards to help students understand and become familiar with the rules of conduct and necessary communication skills. Thanks to that, when officially studying in Germany, students will be confident and quickly integrate into life in Germany.

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German class at SHD Education training center (Source: SHD Academy)

2. Interview and sign contract with German company

To qualify for vocational training in Germany, students need to interview with reputable businesses in Germany and successfully sign a labor contract. German vocational training contract, it is necessary to clearly agree on monthly salary and insurance and welfare regimes according to German Government regulations.

SHD Academy is proud to be the pioneer in organizing the largest vocational training exhibitions in Vietnam. Through these exhibitions, students have the opportunity to approach large enterprises in Germany to register, interview and sign contracts for vocational training in Germany.

In addition, to help students feel confident in the interview round, SHD Academy, with its strength in extensive cooperation with German businesses, creates opportunities for students to meet and interview directly with German partners while studying German at level A2.

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3. Health insurance

Germany requires international students to have health insurance that is valid for the entire duration of their studies. This is to ensure that international students have access to medical services in case of unforeseen health problems or accidents during their stay in Germany. 

To register health insurance in Germany, you need to proactively contact insurance providers. Basic documents for health insurance include passport and student card or student certificate.

In order to ensure comprehensive benefits for students, SHD Academy has signed a cooperation agreement with Barmer - one of the leading health insurance companies in Germany. This not only helps students feel secure during their studies but also creates trust for families when sending their children to study abroad in Germany.

4. Financial proof

Do I need to prove my financial ability to study vocational training in Germany?The answer is that currently, vocational training programs in Germany do not require you to prove your finances and assets in Vietnam. However, you need to ensure that you have enough money to cover your expenses during your stay in Germany. According to German government regulations, international students need to ensure that they have at least 929 Euros/month (about 24.6 million VND) during their vocational training.

To prove this, the employment contract must have a clear agreement from the German company on the minimum wage of 929 Euro/month. In case the salary is lower, you need to create an additional blocked account and actively deposit the remaining amount into the account.

With SHD Academy, thanks to a close cooperation network with business partners in Germany, we ensure that students will work with businesses that pay a minimum of 929 Euro/month, with a commitment to no blocked accounts. From there, we create conditions for international students to focus on their studies and work, minimizing the costs that arise after arriving in Germany.

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5. Complete the application and apply for a vocational study visa

Immediately after receiving the labor contract, students will proceed with the visa application procedures, which will take about 2-3 months. With a visa approval rate of up to 99%, SHD Academy is committed to supporting students to complete the procedures quickly and effectively. In addition, students also practice visa interviews directly with a team of experienced experts, helping to increase the chance of success when applying for a visa.

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Cost of vocational training in Germany

When participating in a vocational study abroad program in Germany, students need to prepare Expenses for studying in German vocational training Includes 4 items: Learning German, preparing documents and Visa, air tickets to Germany and living expenses in Germany.

Cost of learning German

For those who do not know German, the cost of learning German from the elementary level to the B1 standard ranges from 30,000,000 - 35,000,000 VND/course in 9 months. Students can refer to the detailed itinerary and tuition fees for the German course at the Center. TELC exam preparation SHD Education: 

• A1 level course: 9,500,000 VND
• A2 level course: 10,500,000 VND
• B1 level course: 11,500,000 VND

After completing the course, you need to register for a German language certificate exam. Currently, the two most popular certificates are Goethe and TELC. The exam fee for each type of certificate and test center will be different. Typically, TELC has a fee of about 6,500,000 VND. Note that the above fees are updated to May 2025 and may change over time.

Currently, SHD Education is applying the German language training curriculum of Netzwerk Neu publisher, focusing on all four skills: Listening-Speaking-Reading-Writing. The topics in the program are all aimed at helping students understand and integrate into the culture, life, school environment in Germany and the major that students choose to study.

In particular, understanding the concerns of many students about learning languages, in addition to ensuring an effective language training process, SHD Education also supports students until they achieve the necessary certificates. Specifically, for students taking the internal A1, A2, and B1 exams, if they fail the certificate for the first time, SHD Education will review for students 20 free sessions.

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Visa application and processing fees

Cost of making German vocational study profile and the specific visa for vocational training in Germany is as follows:

• Document preparation costs: Including notarization, translation, admission application, insurance contracts, labor contracts and related documents, about 600,000 - 700,000 VND.
• Visa fee for vocational training in Germany: The visa fee in 2025 from the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Vietnam is 75 Euro (about 2,000,000 VND), paid in VND at the current exchange rate.

Airfare to Germany

Airfare from Vietnam to Germany ranges from 15,000,000 VND to 25,000,000 VND, depending on the airline and time of flight. The admission time of schools in Germany is usually in April or September. Students can book tickets early to take advantage of cheap fares.

Living expenses in Germany

According to a survey of students from SHD Academy, the average estimate living costs in Germany for international students fluctuates around 600-900 Euro/month (about 15,000,000 - 23,000,000 VND). This cost may vary depending on the spending level of each individual. Details include the following basic expenses:

• Rent: About 300-500 Euro/month. To save more, students can stay in dormitories or rent an apartment together.
• Food expenses: About 150-200 Euro/month.
• Transportation costs: Buying a monthly pass for public transport costs about 49 Euro/month for international students.
• Compulsory health insurance: About 80-100 Euro/month.

In addition, with contracts from reputable businesses, the salary that SHD Academy students receive is enough to cover living expenses and even save money to send home.

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Why should you choose to study vocational training in Germany at SHD Academy?

Established since 2018, SHD Academy is proud to have successfully supported more than 600 Vietnamese students to go to Germany to study vocational training. With the business philosophy of "Taking customers as the center of all activities, aiming to balance the interests of all parties", SHD Academy has built different values, bringing the best benefits to its customers:

1. Connecting cooperation

• SHD Academy builds close cooperative relationships with local authorities in Vietnam, representatives of German states, leading educational institutions and businesses in Germany. From there, it not only opens up attractive job opportunities with guaranteed output for students but also commits to full benefits of accommodation, support for administrative procedures and necessary conditions, helping students feel secure in studying and developing a long-term career in Germany. 
• Thanks to a network of partners with more than 40 German enterprises and constantly expanding, SHD Academy confidently commits to providing students with jobs immediately after graduation with attractive income, helping young people confidently enter the international labor market and develop their future careers.
• Honored to be recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Ho Chi Minh City as an excellent non-public educational institution for two consecutive school years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024), affirming top quality service.
• In addition, SHD Academy is the pioneer in bringing Vietnamese leaders to Germany to visit and work, demonstrating the care and concern of local leaders and SHD team for young human resources, strongly affirming the commitment to comprehensively accompany students from Vietnam to Germany. At the same time, affirming SHD's leading reputation in connecting international cooperation. 

2. Pioneer in financial support

• SHD Academy is proud to be a pioneer in providing practical financial solutions for students. By officially signing a cooperation agreement with Shinhan Bank to implement the "Companionship Tuition" program, SHD Academy opens up opportunities to help students access preferential loans more easily.
• In addition, thanks to close coordination with the authorities of the Mekong Delta provinces, SHD Academy has implemented financial loan packages from 150 to 200 million VND through the Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Agribank) and reputable credit institutions such as the Social Policy Bank to support students in provinces such as An Giang, Tra Vinh, Ben Tre, Soc Trang.
• This solution not only helps reduce the financial burden for parents and students but also opens up opportunities for students to realize their dream of studying vocational training in Germany.

3. Comprehensive ecosystem

• Comprehensive ecosystem with German language training services, TELC test coordination, career orientation, interview training with businesses, visa interviews and legal support for students until graduation and stable jobs in Germany. 
• Transparent design process with clear costs, close connection between services, helping students have a seamless, uninterrupted learning and working experience.
• SHD Academy is committed to accompanying students on their journey to conquer their career goals, helping young people easily integrate into the international environment and build a sustainable career in Germany.

4. Personalize your learning and career path

• SHD Academy provides vocational training courses, helping students gain practical experience and discover themselves. Through this, students will recognize their strengths and identify fields that match their passion, thereby strengthening their choice of suitable majors.
• Based on individual abilities and labor market trends in Germany, SHD Academy orients and advises on personalized learning paths for each student. Thereby, students are supported to maximize their strengths, while meeting the human resource needs of the international market.
• Understanding that “integration” is the key to success, SHD organizes exchange sessions and activities to explore German culture, from customs, cuisine to daily life skills. These experiences not only help students get acquainted with the new environment but also understand how to communicate and work with Germans. Thanks to that, students feel more confident when entering life in Germany, ready to build a long-term career in a promising international environment.
• Up to now, more than 99% students of SHD Academy have successfully integrated in Germany, quickly adapted and demonstrated the ability to study and work effectively, receiving high appreciation from businesses. This once again affirms the outstanding quality in consulting, career orientation and cultural and skill preparation for students of SHD Academy.

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Successful vocational study in Germany with support from SHD Academy (Source: SHD Academy)

With nearly 7 years of operation, 99% students at SHD have successfully integrated into Germany and studied and worked effectively, and have been highly appreciated by businesses for their skills and work spirit. SHD Academy is proud to be prestigious German vocational study abroad center, always ready to accompany students in every step of their journey to study abroad in Germany. Do not hesitate to contact us. SHD Academy via Hotline 0336760276 to receive detailed advice on conditions for vocational study in Germany, costs and comprehensive itinerary.