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Being A Nurse In Germany

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The COVID-19 crisis is a worldwide problem. Although the situation might be better, it has helped us realise the importance of health and why doctors, nurses and every health worker should be recognised for being there, risking their own lives to save others. If you desire a noble profession in the health field, Germany offers attractive options. In this article, nursing will be the focus. Let’s look at the qualifications, requirements, and characteristics of this outstanding profession.

1) Qualification

As in any other country, you need to get qualified to become a nurse in Germany. You have multiple ways to become one. If you already have a qualification in nursing, you can apply for recognition of your skills. To apply for professional recognition, go to the competent authority of the state where you desire to work. You would also need a B1-B2 level in German and proof that you are mentally and physically healthy. Moreover, you should prove you do not have a criminal record. To get more information, please visit this website. Don’t worry, if your qualification is not valid for Germany, you would only need to go through a test or a learning period.

If you do not have any qualifications, you can either study nursing at a German university or start a nursing apprenticeship. Nursing apprenticeships take 3 full-time years to complete. We will help you get ready for that. Thanks to Kampus Konnekt49, you will be able to quickly practice what you learned with Eurasia! You will also get a training allowance: 1100 euros in the first year, 1200 in the second, and 1300 in the final year of training. Your qualification will be valid worldwide, and you will get a residence and work permit. With Eurasia, you can also get accommodation provided by the clinic at 90 to 250 euros per month.

We made a list for you to get a better understanding of the admission process:

  • Inquiry–Eligibility proof
  • Submission of required documents
  • Reception of invoice
  • Payment of chosen amount to learn German online
  • Pre-admission letter processing
  • Reception of final admission letter, work contract and 2nd payment
  • Visa appointment
  • Arrival in Berlin
  • Completion of the TELC exam
  • You are ready to learn while earning!

Thus, being qualified as a nurse in Germany is easy. If you need any information on the visa you might need, please read this article and visit this website.

2) Requirements

Other than the proof of a clear criminal record and good health, there are no other requirements to be a nurse. Indeed, their job is to take care of patients so they need the qualification mentioned above. Nobody would want to be treated rudely, especially when sick or in need. Nurses have the responsibility to take care of all patients: whether it’s the elderly, the children and newborns or others. They usually have a specialisation in a certain domain, which is the one they chose during their last year of apprenticeship. But they can still treat other patients as they are fully competent.

They should have good morals and treat people respectfully, stay professional under all circumstances. Nurses from all over the world are welcome. Also, there is no age restriction. But all nurses should get their vaccines up to date to eliminate the risk of contamination. Germany needs more nurses and is ready to welcome you.

3) Characteristics of the job

Truly, it is rewarding to do such an inspirational job and help people. Thus, working as a nurse in Germany comes with fewer disadvantages than in another country.

Nurses in Germany have to be flexible as they work long shifts and on weekends. Indeed, the country needs them and they are important. But it is important to note that Germany is one of the countries where nurses can rest the most. In fact, nurses have the possibility of working night shifts and then getting multiple days off to rest. Usually, they work 8 and a half-hour shifts.

A nurse works approximately 40 hours a week. It differs from other jobs, as they don’t work the same shifts every day, every week. Still, it is very common to work 40 hours a week in Germany. Most of the time, people work between 36 to 40 hours a week.

At the end of the month, their salary varies depending on their years of experience, the hospital and many other factors. With Eurasia, they get a salary starting at 2142 euros after obtaining their license and going beyond 2300 euros with further specialisations.

Conclusion

Being a nurse is a great opportunity to make good deeds. It is humanly rewarding and a very interesting job. However, it can be difficult at times. But, thankfully, it is quite easy to become a nurse in Germany. They earn a pretty good salary and they also can rest more than in some other countries. Becoming a nurse in such a country can be much more interesting than another one. To become a nurse with Kampus Konnekt49 and Eurasia, click here. If you need any help with your studies, please contact us or get our Ebooks to know more about studying in Germany for free!

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Tips On Living In Germany

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After our article on the diverse things to know before renting in Germany, let’s talk about your daily life. We always choose our day offs to go shopping or to the museum. Sure, you might be in Germany to work or study, but it’s important to take some time off. Let’s see together some tips on living in Germany!

1) When to go out

It’s always nice to enjoy a day shopping or eating at a restaurant. But you shouldn’t wait for Sundays to do so. That’s true, in Germany, nothing is open on Sundays. It is an important day for Germans that they can use to spend some time resting or with their loved ones. But, even if you can’t find something open on Sundays, it’s good to have Spätis in Berlin. A späti is a late-night corner store. You will find beverages, snacks, and other things you might need urgently. Don’t worry if there is a spider in your bedroom late at night. Spätis definitely got your back!

In Germany, just like any other country, there are a lot of important public holidays. We made a list of some of them right here. It may seem logical, but many people don’t know that shops are closed on public holidays. So, beware if you are not used to celebrating Easter or the Gregorian New Year! Although shops will not be open on public holidays, you can still spend some quality time with a friend, visiting a museum. In Germany, it’s not uncommon for museums to be open on public holidays. It is a great way to promote access to education! But please note that museums hate Mondays even more than you do: some of them don’t open on Mondays.

2) Payment

While living in Germany, you should always have cash with you. That’s right, it is the most used payment method all over the country. it is not unusual to have over 100 euros in your wallet. Germans find cash more trustworthy than credit cards. Some restaurants, pastries or boutiques, might not have a card terminal. Always take some cash with you and you will be just fine. Except if you plan to make a payment of over 10 000 euros. Who does that anyway?

There is another thing to know about payments. To pay for your meal or drinks, you have to call the server. They don’t give you checks automatically. When you ask for them, also tell your server how much you want to tip, so they count it on your bill. Usually, you would tip 10%. It is a common thing, even if customer service is not famous for being that great there. Mostly because, thankfully, baristas and servers don’t rely on tips that much. They get a better salary than in the US, for example, where tips represent a huge part of their salary.

3) Advice

Don’t worry too much about living in Germany. We are there to help you! Here are a few more tips:

It may sound weird, but don’t expect to get water for free when you eat out. That’s right, you will have to pay. Even if you ask for tap water. It is something quite unusual, that even annoys Germans sometimes. You may have to bring a water bottle with you if you don’t want to order water. Be careful though, they may see this as impolite.

You may also pass as impolite if you are not quick enough at the grocery store. Yes, we are talking about grocery shopping and not a car race. In Germany, cashiers are really fast and they expect you to go even faster to get everything in your bags. Indeed, nobody gets paid to help you do that, so you may struggle a bit. Don’t worry though, if people notice you are a foreigner, they will lower their expectations. You may also want to bring your own bags when going grocery shopping: they won’t have free bags to give you.

Do you want more tips and information about living in Germany? Follow us and visit our blog to know more!

Renting in Germany

Things to Know Before Renting in Germany

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If you’re planning on moving to Germany, you surely are wondering how it feels to live there. Well, since a lot of things could create a culture shock, we made a list of things to know before renting in Germany!

1) The rent and place

If you want to live in Germany, you will need to get an apartment. First, to rent a place, you will need to give a rent deposit. That’s right, you will pay the first month of rent but also an additional 2 to 3 months. Although it may be hard to give all that money at once, don’t worry, you will get it back when moving out. Unless you damage the apartment, in that case, they will use a certain amount of money to renew it.

Also, don’t expect to get a kitchen, cabinets, or anything when you rent an apartment. Most of the time, they come empty, but you can pay to use the kitchen of the last person who lived there. It is something that can also shock other Europeans. In other countries, you could ask if your tenant has a fridge to sell you or something like that. But not the whole appliances.

2) Rules

Also, there will be a few rules to respect while renting there. German people really like being at peace in a quiet environment. There is a concept called “ruhezeit” that can be in your contract. “Ruhezeit” is basically quiet time. There are certain hours when you can’t listen to music loudly, drill a hole or use your dryer. It depends on where you live, so you should ask your neighbours or tenant about it. If you disrespect ruhezeit, your neighbours would come to tell you to make less noise or call the police if they aren’t that nice.

Moreover, German people really care about recycling. It is very important for them to sort their rubbish. It would be quite impolite to ignore this rule, as it also helps the environment. Don’t worry though, it is very easy to do as there are explanations in the different bins! Plus, you will feel good about saving planet Earth.

There is also something really nice about recycling in Germany: “pfand”. Let’s say you buy some lemonade. When you finish it, you will get some of your money back. How? Thanks to bottle deposits, you can just give them your bottles and get a few cents back. You will get 25 cents for a plastic bottle and 8 cents for a glass one. You even get paid to recycle!

3) Advice

Another important thing to know is that you should definitely check your mailbox often. Germans and bureaucracy still use this way to communicate. It can seem old and disturbing, but it is one of their traditions. As bureaucracy is quite important (we will talk about this later), really pay attention to your mailbox! Maybe buy a nice seal for your letters to look nice and live your vintage fantasy!

Indeed, you won’t live without electricity. Please check if you need an electric socket before using your devices. You could break them by not checking. They have type F power plugs and sockets and usually the voltage is 230 V with a frequency of 50 Hz.

Do you want to know more? Here is a great video for you to watch to get ready for Germany! We will also write articles on other important matters like shopping and going out! Follow us to stay up to date !

Germany VS Italy

Germany VS Italy: Where Should You Study?

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After its battle against the UK, Germany is ready to compete against Italy. Together, we will study different aspects of a student’s life to know where you should study. Courses in English, tuition fees or driving license… Who has the best advantages for international students? Let’s see who will win the battle this time!

1)Driving License

While public transport is easy to use and pretty common, it’s always nicer to be alone at 8 am. Especially when you are not a morning person. No bad breath, no people stomping on your feet…. a pure dream!

In Germany

EU and EEA students can use their driving license until it expires. Except for those using motorcycles and below 18, driving large goods vehicles and over 50 or driving buses 5 years after the delivery of their license. After its expiration date, they would need to exchange it for a German driving license. They can also do that before the expiration, which can be more practical. For other international students, their driving license is valid for 6 months, after their having registered their address. If their license does not come from San Marino, Hong Kong, Monaco, the EU, Switzerland, Senegal or Andorra, they would also need a translation for a maximum of 80 euros.

Indeed, if non-EU/EEA students want to stay in Germany, the best way to continue using their license is to exchange it for a German one. They can do that by going to their registration local office, passing a theory and a practical exam. Some students, like those coming from Namibia or South Africa, don’t have to take those.

In the same way, they can choose a costlier manner to get this license. They could follow 12 theory classes and at least 20 practical ones. While the first option will cost you between 800 to 1200 euros, this one is worth almost 2500 euros.

In Italy

EU and EEA students can use their driving license for up to 2 years spent in Italy. After that, they have to renew it. Moreover, any international student would also need an International Driving Permit worth ~18 euros if you apply here. For other international students, their driving license is valid for a year. After that, they have to exchange it by making a request to the Civil Motorisation. Then, they have to provide diverse documents, a few more for non-EU citizens.

For this one, we must admit that Italy is pretty practical. Also, it seems like you would save more money. Italy wins this one!

Germany 0 – 1 Italy

2)Cost of living

One of the most important things to take into consideration. We will compare the cost of living in the two capitals. Then, we will look at the rents in the two capitals and two less popular cities.

Here are a few numbers we found on Numbeo:

-Meal at an inexpensive restaurant: 10 euros in Berlin, 15 euros in Rome

-1 litre of milk: 0,95 euros in Berlin, 1,37 euros in Rome

-Chicken fillets (1kg): 7,10 euros in Berlin, 8,44 euros in Rome

-Apples (1kg): 2,33 euros in Berlin, 2,05 euros in Rome

-Potato (1kg): 1,44 euros in Berlin, 1,46 euros in Rome

-Monthly pass for local transport: 84 euros in Berlin, 35 euros in Rome

-A summer dress: 33,46 euros in Berlin, 33,88 euros in Rome

-Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment: 264,84 euros in Berlin, 190,48 euros in Rome

Now, let’s look at the rent in Rome, Berlin, Parma and Saarbrucken. A 1 bedroom apartment in Berlin will cost 1 077,61 euros, while in Rome it would be 1 027,59 euros. Outside of the centre, it would cost 751,48 euros in Berlin and 688,57 euros in Rome. In Saarbrucken, a 1 bedroom apartment in the city centre is around 616,67 euros, against 610 euros in Parma. Outside of the city centre, it would be approximately 475 euros in Saarbrucken and 470 euros in Parma.

As we can see, the rents are very similar. For groceries, Germany is a little less expensive, but Italy is less costly for transportation. It’s a win for the two parties!

Germany 1 – 2 Italy

3)English-Taught Classes

As an international student, we know you are most interested in courses in English. Chances are, English is the language you are most comfortable with when in another country. Let’s see what we have in Italy and Germany.

As we know, Italy is not famous for being an anglophone country. According to masters portal, in Italy, there are:

  • 185+ English-taught Bachelors
  • 700+ English-taught Masters
  • 70+ English-taught PhDs

Let’s see Germany’s data on the same website:

  • 350+ English-taught Bachelors
  • 1 500+ English-taught Masters
  • 85+ English-taught PhDs

Numbers speak for themselves. Germany is the winner of this one!

Germany 2 – 2 Italy

4)Tuition fees

Another important aspect to take into consideration. We already covered tuition fees in Germany in our battle against the UK. As we know, public institutions are tuition-free for everyone in every state except the one of Baden-Württemberg. This state charge non-EU students tuition fees of 1500 euros per semester. But it does not apply to doctorates. Sometimes, to follow your studies, you may have to pay some fees, but it is still not expensive. Aside from that, students all have to pay for a semester’s contribution, which can include a transport ticket. The student services and government receive it. It costs between 100 and 350 euros.

On the other hand, Italian public institutions are not free. It will cost you between 900 and 4000 euros. It is not expensive compared to other countries, but it’s still more than in Germany.

Germany 3 – 2 Italy

And the winner is…. GERMANY!

Well, this battle was tough. But the well-deserving winner is Germany! Indeed, its tuition-free institutions and the many classes in English available are remarkable. But Italy was a fierce competitor, with a lot of assets too! The two of them should just share a plate of spaghettieis, a spaghetti-looking ice cream, and stay friends!

Post- study visa and work permit policy

Post-Study and Work Visas: What You Should Know About Germany

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According to research, the most consistent question amongst international students or prospective international students is about the Post-Study Visa situation of their country of interest. This article will show you the opportunities graduates get after their studies.

As an international student, after achieving a great feat of completing a degree, the next step is to figure out your next line of action. That is whether you intend to return to your home country or wish to explore Germany. You can immediately benefit from the post-study permit if you want to stay. It is very important to have carried out thorough research and planned this properly prior to this period. You will avoid last-minute disappointments that might disrupt your plan. This includes finding out if a Post-Study / Work permit exists. And if it does, it is necessary to inquire further if you are eligible for it. This is necessary in consideration of the fact that your student visa expires immediately after your studies. Hence the need to act fast.

Our primary focus here is to break down the Post-Study and Work permits available to international students in Germany.

First, there are two categories in which International students can fall into: EU (European) Citizens and non-EU citizens. The EU citizens are eligible to apply for jobs in Germany with no work permit. The job market treats them the same way as Germans. They get to enjoy the same privileges, tax advantages, etc. On the other hand, non-EU students can extend their residence permit for up to 18 months, to enable them to find a job relevant to their field of study.

In order to qualify for the Residence / Post-Study permit, you must be able to present the following documents:

  • A Certificate/Official document from your University verifying that you got a certified degree from their institution
  • Proof of health insurance
  • Document showing that you have sufficient funds to support yourself financially
  • A valid passport.
The deadlines

It is very important to note that time is of the essence in matters like this. Planning ahead is a major advantage to your application. The earlier send your application to the Foreign Nationals’ Registration Office; the better it will be for you to take full advantage of the 18 months post-study permit allocated to you. An 18 month post-study permit begins immediately after the institution release the final examination results. This only confirms our point earlier to plan ahead, and make the most of the opportunity.

Once the applicants find a job in their field of study, they have to upgrade to a work permit. If the applicants are interested in staying in Germany permanently, they would have to go further and apply for an EU Blue Card Residence Permit. They can do so as early as two years after receiving their work permit. The EU Blue card is a permanent residence permit for European countries which permits the applicants to live and work in whichever EU country they choose.

The obvious answer to your question is yes, Germany has a favorable post-study visa / Work visa policy which you are very welcome to explore with our step-by-step help.

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Germany: What Does it Cost to Study There?

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A Guide for International Students

The cost of study has been a major discouraging factor for international students. As we know, individuals with great intellectual abilities seek growth academically. This article looks to explain what the cost of study in Germany looks like and gives plausible suggestions on how to capitalize on its privileges.

Germany has become an increasingly popular study destination, with almost 374,583 applications for the 2018/2019 winter semester session from over 180 countries. This increasing influx of students into Germany for study might be for several reasons. But the most reasonable as identified by the Kampus Konnekt49 is because Germany has about 50 universities with a global reputation as it concerns studying abroad. Along with the perceived low cost of living, little or no tuition fees and a comfortable environment. All this is well suited for dedicated study, not to talk about the fun-filled environment.

Is College Study In Germany Free?

As of 2014, 16 states in Germany abolished tuition fees for undergraduates and some selected postgraduate students from public universities. This implied that both domestic and international students at public German Universities paid absolutely nothing for tuition. Save only a small fee for administration and semester registrations.

There may be additional charges for the purchase of “Semester-tickets” which cover public expenses for 6 months. The price, however, varies with different Semester-ticket options. These are reasons the Kampus Konnekt49 confirms that the low cost of living is one of the major attractions for prospective international students.

With the drastic change in the global economy, however, this may not last forever. The southwest state of Baden-Württemberg reintroduced the payment of tuitions for all non-EU students as of autumn 2017. There is a great likelihood that other states would follow suit in the coming years.

Cost of Living in Germany

We bear in mind that even though studying in Germany might be free of cost or very low, one cannot avoid the essentials of living expenses. They can vary from city to city with Munich as the most expensive, having a living cost of €12,000 (~US$13,900) per year.
Rent is mostly the largest expense when considering living costs, although this is cheaper if you live in a shared flat or a student hall of residence. Their average rent is €280 (US$340).

According to statistics from DAAD, average monthly costs are estimated:

Food: €168 (~US$205)

Clothes: €42 (~US$52)

Transport: €94 (~US$115)

Telephone, internet and TV license: €31 (~US$38)

Work/study materials: €20 (~US$25)

Leisure activities: €61 (~US$75)

How Much Deposit Would You Need to Study in Germany?

It is a known fact that for you to get a student visa to study in Germany, you will need to show proof you have, or have access to, a certain amount of money. Now, this is for students that would require a visa only. If you are an EU citizen or citizen of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland, you would not need a visa.

Other citizens, however, expect to pay €75 for a visa and have proof of fund or access to funds of €10,332 per year. This extra amount of money suffices to cover all expenses while studying (of course if spent wisely). But the application process can be sometimes tedious to even require a loan for low earners.

In conclusion, Germany is ranked 4th in universities with the greatest attraction for international students. This is because of several reasons, with free tuition being the most considered. Living expenses are very affordable compared to other European countries with a shared meal costing as low as €8-14. But the cost of living greatly depends on the area. Rent can also be very cheap when compared to other European countries. With these said; Germany is assumed to be of great attraction to prospective international students hoping to school abroad with a low budget.

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