A1–B1
German for nurses
A1 to B1 with hospital and care vocabulary built in from day one. B1 is the level you need to start the recognition process in Germany.
Who it's for
- Nurses planning to work in Germany
- Nursing students who want to start early
What you'll learn
- The body, symptoms and pain
- Medication and daily care
- Talking with patients and their families
- Shift handovers with colleagues
- Basics of care documentation
- All A1, A2 and B1 grammar and everyday topics
What's included
- A1, A2 and B1 in one continuous group
- Nursing vocabulary: patients, shifts, care and documentation
- Role-plays based on real ward situations
- Mock exams at every level
- Guidance on the next step to B2 for nurses
By the end
B1 German and a head start on the vocabulary you'll use on the ward.
Common questions
What German level do nurses need to work in Germany?
You can usually start the recognition process with B1, but most German states require B2 to work as a fully recognised nurse. Many nurses take the telc Deutsch B1·B2 Pflege exam, which is designed for healthcare work.
Why learn nursing vocabulary from A1?
It saves time later. Learning words for symptoms, medication and daily care alongside everyday German means you reach B1 already able to talk with patients and colleagues, instead of learning a second vocabulary from scratch.
How long does the nursing course take?
About 9 months for A1, A2 and B1 in one continuous group, with four 90-minute live classes a week.