First day in vocational school
The entry into professional life represents a new phase of life for young people. You have your school leaving certificate - regardless of whether it is a secondary school leaving certificate, high school diploma or secondary school leaving certificate - in your pocket and The next type of school is planned to be attending a vocational school alternating with learning in the training company. In order for you to successfully switch to dual training and the first day at vocational school, you should inform yourself in good time at the responsible offices and have the necessary interest and tools bring along.
Clarify vocational training with the vocational school and training company
The vocational training lasts in Germany two, three or three and a half years. However, it is possible to shorten it if, for example, the trainee does High School can provide evidence or has already studied a relevant subject. However, this must be agreed with the employer in advance so that the training contract is properly designed.
- As a trainee, you will be trained at both locations (vocational school / training company) and learn the necessary knowledge about the practice and theory of your profession.
- You practice the manual skills in the company and at the vocational school, you deal with the theory and also practice the practical aspects of your apprenticeship.
- Usually you will spend two days at the vocational school and three or four days in your training company.
- Your training company needs you for vocational school lessons as well as for upcoming exams release.
- As a pupil, you can find out the respective job description and the examination requirements in the training ordinance, which is valid nationwide. So ask in good time both in the vocational school and in the company if you have any open questions.
- Chambers of industry and commerce, the Chamber of Crafts etc. will certainly give you information on specific questions about your apprenticeship.
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Plan the first day at the vocational school
- In order for the first day at the vocational school to be a success for you, you should make certain preparations and make inquiries in good time.
- So that you do not appear too late at the place of instruction at the vocational school, you should have clarified the route by public transport and the duration of the journey.
- You should also be familiar with the classroom.
- In any case, you should have writing materials, the training contract, etc. Bring them to the first day of vocational school and then inquire on site which exercise books, pads, pens, etc. are needed.
- Your subject or class teacher will give you the current timetable with all rooms, which you should always take with you. As a part-time student, you should spend the class days or you can also hand over the timetable to your company.
- If there has not yet been a "get-to-know day" at your vocational school, you should fill out the admission form on the first day of school. Fill out the student registration form.
- On the first day of school, you will then find out the lesson times, breaks, the school and house rules. Make a note of what is necessary for you.
- Ask for the location of the secretariat. On request, you will receive a school certificate here, which is often for the child benefit fund, etc. is needed.
- The demand for a student card for public transport, etc. can also be clarified in the secretariat.
- The issue of freedom from learning materials should also be addressed. Clarify which books can be borrowed or which ones have to be procured or paid for in part.
- Be open to new contacts and suggest a “get-to-know” session if this has not already taken place elsewhere.
If you are open to new knowledge and new people, everyday work and learning at the vocational school will certainly bring you fun and variety!
