German for Work in Berlin – Bildungszeit

Do you work in Berlin or Brandenburg and want to improve your German skills for everyday professional life?

Then take advantage of your entitlement to Bildungszeit (formerly Bildungsurlaub, or educational leave) and join our officially recognized language course "German for Work" at Sprachenatelier Berlin.

We offer officially recognized job-related German language courses with 30 lessons per week – perfectly suited for your educational leave according to the Berlin Bildungszeitgesetz (BiZeitG) or the Brandenburg Weiterbildungsgesetz (BbgWBG). Our courses are officially approved by the Berlin Senate Department for Education, so you can apply for educational leave and continue your professional development during working hours.

Book now and improve your German for the workplace!

Course Details – German for Work (A2 to C1)

• Course Duration
  2 weeks (Mon–Fri)

• Class Time
  1:15 PM – 5:45 PM

• Scope
  30 lessons per week (each 45 minutes)

• Small Group
  3–5 participants

• Language Levels
  A2/B1, B1/B2, B2/C1

• Cost
  €580

• Location
  Sprachenatelier Berlin – centrally located

• Officially recognized by the Berlin Senate Department for Education

Upcoming Course Dates (Educational Leave – German)

• August 4 – August 15, 2025

• October 13 – October 24, 2025

• November 10 – November 21, 2025

Course Content – What Will You Learn?

• Office Communication
  Phone calls, emails, meetings

• Job Applications & Interviews
  In German

• Everyday Work Life
  Vacation, overtime, salary, wages & commissions

• Grammar & Vocabulary
  For professional use

• Intercultural Communication
  In the workplace

Applying for Bildungszeit – How It Works:

• Free placement test
  (also available online)

• Registration & course confirmation
  For your employer

• Recognition notice & course schedule
  From Sprachenatelier

• Request time off
  – Your salary continues during Bildungszeit!

What is Bildungszeit?

Bildungszeit (formerly known as Bildungsurlaub) is your legal right to paid leave for professional development.
In Berlin, you can use up to 10 days within two years for recognized courses – such as this job-related German course.

Your Benefits:

• Your salary continues during the course

• You develop your language and professional skills

• You use your working time meaningfully for training

Why Choose Our German Bildungszeit Course?

✅ Officially recognized in Berlin and Brandenburg
✅ Practical content for your everyday work
✅ Small groups, personalized support
✅ Flexible planning thanks to educational leave