Nursing training in Pakistan: comparison and recognition in Germany
Nursing training in Germany enjoys a high standard worldwide and is very popular. Professionals from abroad, especially from Pakistan, often ask themselves which training there is comparable to German nursing training and how it can be recognised in Germany. 1. which nursing training programmes are available in Pakistan? In Pakistan there are [...]
Nursing care of the future: How digitalisation is improving the lives of nursing staff and patients in Germany
The modernisation and digitalisation of care in Germany has been a high priority for the Ministry of Health since May 2021. The pandemic has emphasised how important advanced technologies are for the German healthcare system. Digitalisation is already making the work of nursing staff easier and improving patient care. But how exactly? Here is an overview of the most important developments, [...]
Generalist nursing training: a new model since 1 January 2020
On 1 January 2020, a new, reformed training course to become a nursing specialist came into force in Germany. This training combines the three former branches of nursing - paediatric nursing, nursing and geriatric nursing - into a uniform occupational profile. This reform simplifies training, improves career opportunities and increases the attractiveness of the nursing profession. But what exactly has changed, [...]
Nursing in crisis: causes, legal framework and solutions for the shortage of skilled workers in Germany
The nursing care crisis in Germany is one of the biggest challenges facing society in the coming years. An ageing population and the associated increase in demand for care services significantly outstrips the supply of carers. While more and more people need care, facilities are finding it increasingly difficult to find qualified staff. Forecasts predict that by 2030, there will be one unfilled vacancy for every active [...]
Nursing staff from abroad: How care facilities can refinance their recruitment costs
In Germany, the demand for nursing staff is constantly increasing and many care facilities are therefore looking for qualified staff abroad. However, recruiting international nursing staff is associated with considerable costs, such as placement fees, language courses and travelling expenses. What many care facilities often do not realise: These costs can be refinanced under certain conditions. With the help of refinancing according to § [...]
Labour market situation in the German care sector
Rising demand for nursing care: demographic change and medical progress Demographic change and medical progress have led to a continuous increase in demand for nursing staff in Germany for years. The ageing of society means that more and more people are in need of care and require nursing services. According to the Federal Statistical Office, around 5 million people were dependent on care services in December 2021, an [...]
The accelerated skilled labour procedure for family members - an overview
The accelerated skilled worker procedure also enables the rapid immigration of a skilled worker's spouse/partner and unmarried minor children to Germany.
Visa for a Macedonian gardener in Germany
The plaintiff wanted to work in Germany as a "master gardener in vegetable growing", but the court ruled that the requirements for such a visa, particularly with regard to salary requirements and pension provision, were not met. The judgement highlights the legal challenges involved in immigration to Germany, particularly for older applicants from Western Balkan countries such as North Macedonia.
Opportunity map from June 2024: New paths for labour migration to Germany
The opportunity card, which will be introduced from June 2024, offers qualified workers from abroad the opportunity to come to Germany to look for a job. It is particularly attractive for professions in bottleneck sectors such as healthcare, IT, skilled trades, technology and engineering. Skilled workers with recognised qualifications and professional experience also benefit from the opportunity card, as do professions without formal recognition, such as in the hospitality or logistics sectors. A flexible points system allows applicants to increase their chances of obtaining an entry permit.
Nursing training in the Philippines and a comparison with Germany
Nursing Education in the Philippines: A Comprehensive Overview Nursing education in the Republic of the Philippines is a four-year university programme leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. This programme is offered by public and private universities and colleges accredited by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). The BSN degree programme is both [...]
