Academic Health Professions

Professional language courses (BSK) for doctors - C1

The Professional Language Course (BSK) Academic Health Professions is aimed at physicians from abroad who wish to prepare for the professional language examination of the Medical Association.

The following situations are practiced in the course:

• the medical history interview with a patient,
• the written documentation of the case history interview and
• the case presentation in a doctor-doctor interview.

These three points correspond to the requirements of the professional language examination.

In addition, the German names of medical terms are learned. Further course contents include knowledge of the German health care system as well as insights into the daily routine in clinics and medical practices.
Two textbooks are provided in the course.
The course can be financed by the BAMF or the Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter. The course lasts 600 teaching units, which corresponds to four hours a day over a period of approximately half a year.
It is possible to take an exam while the course is still in progress. Registration for the examination takes place individually.

Professional language courses (BSK) for dentists - C1

The Professional Language Course (BSK) Academic Health Professions is aimed at internationally trained dentists who wish to prepare specifically for the specialist language examination of the Dental Association.

The course includes practice in the following areas:

• Conducting medical history interviews

• Preparing written findings and treatment plans

• Collegial case discussions

These three components correspond to the requirements of the specialist language examination of the Berlin Dental Association. The course can be funded by BAMF or by the Employment Agency or Jobcenter. The course duration comprises 600 teaching units, equivalent to four hours daily over approximately 8 months.It is possible to take the examination during the course. Registration is done individually.

Professional language courses (BSK) for pharmacists- C1

Professional language courses (BSK) for pharmacists - C1
This special course ‘Academic Healthcare Professions’ is aimed at pharmacists from abroad who wish to prepare for the specialised language examination of the Chamber of Pharmacists. This course teaches general and specialised language skills in a pharmaceutical context.

The following situations are practised in the course:

A fictitious dialogue between pharmacist and patient
Writing at least one piece of correspondence that is common in the pharmaceutical profession.
A conversation with a professional colleague
These three points correspond to the requirements of the specialised language examination of the Berlin Chamber of Pharmacists.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to communicate confidently in professional communication and documentation situations.

The course can be financed by the BAMF or the employment agency or job centre. The course lasts 600 teaching units, which corresponds to four hours a day over a period of approximately six months.
It is possible to take an exam during the course. Registration for the exam is done individually.

is available upon request from:

Mrs. Nataliya Großmann

nataliya.grossmann@hartnackschule-berlin.de

Mrs. Claudia Junc

claudia.junc@hartnackschule-berlin.de

Upcoming course dates for physicians:

27 July 2026 (Mon–Fri, 08:45–12:00, at school)

We look forward to welcoming you to one of our courses soon!

To participate in our Professional Language Course for Academic Healthcare Professions (physicians / dentists / pharmacists), you will need the following documents:

• Valid authorization to participate in the “Academic Healthcare Professions” professional language course

If you are registered with the Jobcenter or the Employment Agency (Agentur für Arbeit), the authorization will be issued there.
In all other cases, an application must be submitted to the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF). We are happy to provide personal guidance and support you step by step with the application process.

• Proof of an ongoing recognition procedure

Please submit proof that you are currently in the professional recognition process (confirmation letter from the relevant state authority or an email from the responsible recognition office).

• B2 language certificate + placement test at Hartnackschule

You can easily arrange an appointment for the placement test with us via email.

If you have any questions about the participation requirements, the BAMF application process, or our upcoming start dates, please feel free to contact us. We will gladly assist you with all the next steps.