Geriatric Care Assistant (Altenpflegehelfer) Ausbildung in Germany | EasyMentor

Geriatric Care Assistant (Altenpflegehelfer)

This Ausbildung program trains you to provide care and support to elderly individuals in various settings.

What You Will Learn:

  • Assisting with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, eating)
  • Providing basic medical care (measuring vital signs, administering medication)
  • Supporting mobility and physical activity
  • Communicating effectively with elderly individuals and their families
  • Understanding the aging process and related health conditions
  • Maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in care settings
  • Documenting care activities and observations
  • Working as part of a care team
  • Adhering to ethical and legal guidelines in geriatric care

Why Choose This Path?

This Ausbildung offers a rewarding career path focused on providing essential care and improving the quality of life for elderly individuals.

🎓 Required school certificate: High school/Secondary school diploma

🇩🇪 German language requirement: B2 or higher level

🗓️ Duration of training: 3 years

Year of TrainingSalary (gross)
1st year of training790-1,000 Euros
2nd year of training875-1,150 Euros
3rd year of training950-1,300 Euros
Starting Salary2,000-2,200 Euros

🕙 Working hours: Approximately 40 hours a week

  • Rotating shifts including nights and weekends may be required.
  • On-call availability may be needed.

What does a geriatric care assistant do in Ausbildung?

  • Assist with daily living activities.
  • Provide basic medical care.
  • Support mobility and physical activity.
  • Communicate with elderly individuals and families.
  • Maintain hygiene and cleanliness.
  • Document care activities.
  • Work as part of a care team.
  • Adhere to ethical and legal guidelines.