vocational training
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vocational training
A state-recognized educational program, usually lasting several years, in which you learn a specific profession. It combines practical work in a company with theoretical instruction at a vocational school (dual system).
Nach dem Schulabschluss begann sie eine Berufsausbildung zur Kauffrau für Büromanagement.
After graduating from school, she began vocational training as an office management clerk.
This word is made up of three parts: 'Beruf' (profession), the linking -s, and 'Ausbildung' (training). So it literally means 'professional training.'
Eine gute Berufsausbildung ist die Basis für eine erfolgreiche Karriere.
Good vocational training is the basis for a successful career.
In connection with 'Berufsausbildung' (vocational training), the verbs 'machen' (to do), 'beginnen' (to begin), 'absolvieren' (to complete), or 'abschließen' (to finish/complete) are often used.
Er möchte nächstes Jahr eine Berufsausbildung beginnen.
He would like to begin vocational training next year.
To name the specific profession, you use the structure 'eine Berufsausbildung als' (vocational training as) followed by the job title in the accusative.
Mein Bruder macht eine Berufsausbildung als Elektroniker.
My brother is doing vocational training as an electronics technician.
training / education
'Ausbildung' and 'Berufsausbildung' can be used very similarly when talking about learning a profession. 'Berufsausbildung' is more specific because it clearly says that it is about a profession. In everyday language, 'Ausbildung' is often shorter and just as easy to understand when the vocational context is clear. In official or very precise texts, 'Berufsausbildung' sometimes sounds more appropriate. In conversation, people often simply say 'Ausbildung'.
Eine Berufsausbildung dauert in vielen Berufen drei Jahre.
Vocational training lasts three years in many professions.
Frau Wagner hat nach der Schule eine Ausbildung im Hotel begonnen.
After school, Ms. Wagner began vocational training at a hotel.