Ein Mann freut sich im Berufssprachkurs (BSK) von iQ Lingua

Vocational language courses at iQ Lingua – state-funded (BAMF)

BAMF-funded vocational language course (BSK) for levels B1, B2 and C1
Qualified and experienced teachers
Language schools in Berlin and Mainz
Course concludes with the German Test for Work (DTB)

Where does iQ Lingua offer vocational language courses?

With our state-funded vocational language courses (BSK) at B1, B2 and C1 levels, you can improve your German language skills specifically for everyday working life. We offer our vocational language courses at various language schools across Germany. This means you can choose the location that is most convenient for you:

Berlin-Pankow

Berlin-Spandau

Mainz

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Why take a vocational language course at iQ Lingua?

State funding (BAMF)

The vocational language courses (BSK) are funded by the BAMF. The courses are free of charge for you, or involve only a small contribution.
Recognised language qualification

The vocational language course provides targeted preparation for the German Language Test for Vocational Purposes (DTB).
Qualified teachers

The vocational language courses are taught by qualified BAMF teachers in a practical and personalised manner.
In Berlin or Mainz

iQ Lingua’s vocational language courses are available in Berlin and Mainz.
German for Work (B1–C1)

Through these vocational language courses, you will develop your work-related German language skills at language levels B1, B2 and C1.
Training materials included

We will provide you with the necessary training materials at the start of your vocational language course.

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Vocational language course (BSK): German for the workplace in Berlin or Mainz

A vocational language course (BSK) combines general German with the language used in the workplace. You will practise conversations with colleagues and customers, telephone calls, emails and meetings. The BAMF-funded vocational language course is free of charge for many participants. At iQ Lingua, you can attend a B1, B2 or C1 vocational language course and complete the German Test for the Workplace (DTB). We’ll work with you to determine which course best suits your language level and circumstances.

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Find a vocational language course – it’s that simple

Would you like to find the right vocational language course near you? You can with iQ Lingua!

When you enrol on a vocational language course, you’ll go through the following steps:

Obtain a certificate of eligibility from the BAMF or your Jobcentre
Receive a personalised consultation
Take a placement test
Attend the vocational language course (BSK)

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B1 and B2 vocational language courses at iQ Lingua

With our B1 and B2 vocational language courses, you can improve your German language skills specifically for everyday working life. These state-funded courses build on your existing language skills and prepare you for typical communication situations in the workplace. At iQ Lingua, you’ll learn through practical, real-world scenarios whilst also preparing for the German Language Test for the Workplace (DTB).

B1 vocational language course – Fundamentals for everyday working life

In the B1 vocational language course (BSK B1), you will build on your German language skills to reach A2 level and learn to communicate more effectively in typical workplace situations. The course usually comprises 400 teaching units and provides important linguistic foundations for entering the world of work at B1 level. Here is what you can expect:

Eine Frau freut sich über Lernerfolge im Berufssprachkurs B1 bei iQ Lingua

Communication in the workplace
Learn how to hold simple conversations with colleagues and line managers, understand work instructions and ask questions about typical tasks in everyday working life.
Job applications and career guidance
Practise talking about your previous work experience, compiling simple application documents and preparing for job interviews.
Work-related texts and exam preparation
Practise reading and writing simple work-related emails and memos. At the same time, you’ll prepare specifically for the German for Work (DTB) B1 exam.

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B2 vocational language course – Communicating confidently in the workplace

The B2 vocational language course (BSK B2) builds on your B1-level German skills and prepares you for the more demanding linguistic requirements of everyday working life. Over the course of 400 or 500 teaching units, you will expand your vocabulary, improve your ability to express yourself and gain greater confidence in professional communication. You can expect the following key areas to be covered:

Ein Mann freut sich über Lernerfolge im Berufssprachkurs B2 bei iQ Lingua

Professional Communication in the Workplace
Learn how to conduct more complex conversations with colleagues, clients and line managers, explain your own points of view and participate actively in meetings.
Written Communication and Work Organisation
Practise understanding and drafting professional emails, reports and other documents. You will also learn how to describe work processes and convey information clearly.
Professional Development and the B2 Exam
Improve your German language skills for specialist roles, job applications and professional challenges. The course specifically prepares you for the German Language Test for the Workplace (DTB) at B2 level.

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Our language schools offering vocational language courses

iQ Lingua Berlin-Pankow
Breite Straße 8
13187 Berlin-Pankow
iQ Lingua Berlin-Spandau
Moritzstraße 24
13597 Berlin-Spandau

iQ Lingua Mainz
Ludwigsstraße 9
55116 Mainz

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about our vocational language courses

A vocational language course is a German course funded by the BAMF that teaches both general and work-related German. It covers levels from B1 through to B2 and C1, and usually concludes with the German Test for Work.

Various groups of people can take part in the BAMF vocational language course. You need authorisation to take part, known as an ‘authorisation certificate’. This includes, for example:

Jobseekers and unemployed people who wish to improve their prospects on the labour market.
Employed people who wish to communicate more confidently with colleagues and line managers.
Apprentices and those seeking an apprenticeship who need a better command of German for their training.
People undergoing the recognition process who wish to have their foreign vocational qualification recognised in Germany.

You will also need to have the appropriate language level: at least B1 for the B2 vocational language course, and at least B2 for the C1 vocational language course. A placement test with us will show you where you stand.

A BAMF-funded vocational language course is either free of charge or involves a small co-payment, depending on your eligibility and personal circumstances. Under certain conditions, you can apply for full exemption from fees. We would be happy to advise you on the costs and funding options for your vocational language course.

To enrol on a B1 or B2 vocational language course, you need a valid eligibility certificate issued, for example, by the Jobcentre, the Employment Agency or the BAMF. This must be valid for the relevant course type and the intended number of teaching units (UE).

A B1 vocational language course usually comprises 400 teaching units (UE), whilst a B2 vocational language course comprises 400 or 500 teaching units (UE), depending on the course type. You will also need the appropriate level of German: usually A2 for the B1 course and B1 for the B2 course. Whether you can take part depends on your individual eligibility and the applicable funding criteria.

At iQ Lingua, you can attend a BAMF-funded vocational language course in Berlin or Mainz. In Berlin, we offer vocational language courses at our centres in Pankow and Spandau. Choose the centre that is most convenient for you and ask for advice on the available courses and start dates.

The integration course teaches everyday German up to B1 level and provides information about living in Germany. The vocational language course builds on this and prepares students for the world of work.

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Vocational language courses – learning German for everyday working life

A vocational language course helps you to expand your existing knowledge of German in a way that is specifically tailored to your professional life. You will learn to express yourself with greater confidence when applying for jobs, when interacting with colleagues and line managers, and in typical workplace situations.

Our B1 and B2 vocational language courses build on your existing language skills and prepare you, step by step, for the linguistic demands of everyday working life. The courses are funded by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) and, depending on your personal circumstances, can be attended free of charge.

Vocational language course – exam and certificate

Upon completion of your B1 or B2 vocational language course, you will sit the German Test for the Workplace (DTB) at the relevant language level. This test assesses your German language skills in the areas of listening, reading, writing and speaking.

If you pass the exam, you will receive a recognised language certificate which you can use to demonstrate your work-related German language skills, for example when applying for jobs or to employers.

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Vocational language courses at iQ Lingua – state-funded (BAMF)

Where does iQ Lingua offer vocational language courses?

Find a vocational language course – it’s that simple

Frequently asked questions about our vocational language courses

What is a vocational language course (BSK)?

Who can take part in a vocational language course?

How much does a vocational language course (BSK) cost?

What requirements do I need to meet to enrol on a vocational language course?

Where can I attend a vocational language course?

What is the difference between an integration course and a vocational language course?

Vocational language courses – learning German for everyday working life

Vocational language course – exam and certificate