Job-Related German Course (DeuFöV)
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A federally funded vocational German course under the DeuFöV programme, aimed at German for the workplace. The base module typically runs 400 teaching units, extended to 500 where more time is needed. Participation is generally free; a co-payment applies only to people in employment above the income threshold.
Schedule
Level
A2 – C2
Format
📍 In-Person
Schedule detail
Basismodul typischerweise 400 Unterrichtseinheiten (bei fraglichem Bestehen bis 500 UE); Basismodule Zielniveau B2/C1/C2, Spezialmodule B1/A2
Good to know
"Participation in a Berufssprachkurs is generally free." A co-payment applies only to employees not receiving benefits with a net income above €20,000/year (€40,000 for joint assessment). Work-related German language support under §45a of the Residence Act.
Pricing
Price
Free !
Fully subsidized — eligibility applies
Eligibility
Requires Jobcenter/BAMF approvalView School →