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German for nursing and medicine

Are you looking for specialized German training for nursing professions, medical professions, or medical staff?

We work in a needs-oriented and practical manner, including language testing if required.

Take a look at our collaboration with Tübingen University Hospital for an example of our work.

We will find the right solution for you and your employees.

Contact us for a consultation:
Esther Dinauer
pflege@vivat-lingua.de


Our course offerings

 

Our course offerings

Preparation for the medical knowledge exam

Online via Zoom or in person

 

Are you a physician looking to prepare for your knowledge exam? 

We will work with you to practice key aspects that are important for the exam.

  • Technical language preparation
  • Grammar and expression
  • Clinical scenarios
  • Patient consultations
  • Case studies

Upon request

Preparation for the medical knowledge exam

Online via Zoom or in person

Are you a physician looking to prepare for your knowledge exam? 

We will work with you to practice key aspects that are important for the exam.

  • Technical language preparation
  • Grammar and expression
  • Clinical scenarios
  • Patient consultations
  • Case studies

Upon request

German for medical professions

Online via Zoom or in person

 

Would you like to be able to communicate confidently and accurately in a professional context? 

We practice this with grammar, vocabulary, and situations that are important for your profession.

Upon request

German for medical professions

Online via Zoom or in person

Would you like to be able to communicate confidently and accurately in a professional context? 

We practice this with grammar, vocabulary, and situations that are important for your profession.

Upon request

German B2 for shift employees

Course starts in March 2026
Twice a week (16 sessions in 8 weeks)
Mornings: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Evenings: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cost: €499 (all inclusive*)
Training units: 32
Online via Zoom

*Online platform, technical support, offline/online materials, certificate of participation

 

 

Do you work shifts and don't have time to attend German classes regularly?

We have the right course for you! You can choose individually for each day: Would you like to attend the course in the morning or in the evening? The course takes place twice a day and has the same content.

In this course, we practice vocabulary and grammar for the B2 level and technical language for nursing. We practice practical communication situations and do lots of role-playing.

German B2 for shift employees

Course starts in March 2026
Twice a week (16 sessions in 8 weeks)
Mornings: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Evenings: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cost: €499 (all inclusive*)
Training units: 32
Online via Zoom

*Online platform, technical support, offline/online materials, certificate of participation

 

Do you work shifts and don't have time to attend German classes regularly?

We have the right course for you! You can choose individually for each day: Would you like to attend the course in the morning or in the evening? The course takes place twice a day and has the same content.

In this course, we practice vocabulary and grammar for the B2 level and technical language for nursing. We practice practical communication situations and do lots of role-playing.

Workshop “Empathetic Language” B2 / C1

Thurs, April 23, 2026, and Fri, April 24, 2026  
8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. 
Cost: €95 (all inclusive*)
Training sessions: 16
In-person course at Vivat Lingua!

We will find out which group is right for you during a short preliminary discussion.

*Preliminary discussion, materials, certificate of participation

 

You already have the ability to communicate with patients, but find it difficult to speak empathetically? In this workshop, you will learn how to speak empathetically with patients. We will show you how to communicate in a friendly and understanding manner and teach you the vocabulary and phrases you need to do so.

The workshop is offered at two language levels:  

Level B2 is for participants who can understand and communicate the main points in communication situations. 

Level C1 is for participants with very advanced German language skills.

Workshop “Empathetic Language” B2 / C1

Thurs, April 23, 2026, and Fri, April 24, 2026  
8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. 
Cost: €95 (all inclusive*)
Training sessions: 16
In-person course at Vivat Lingua!

We will find out which group is right for you during a short preliminary discussion.

*Preliminary discussion, materials, certificate of participation

You already have the ability to communicate with patients, but find it difficult to speak empathetically? In this workshop, you will learn how to speak empathetically with patients. We will show you how to communicate in a friendly and understanding manner and teach you the vocabulary and phrases you need to do so.

The workshop is offered at two language levels:  

Level B2 is for participants who can understand and communicate the main points in communication situations. 

Level C1 is for participants with very advanced German language skills.

Workshop: “Swabian in Nursing”

Thurs, March 26, 2026 Fri, March 27, 2026 
8:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m. 
Cost: €95 (all inclusive*)
Training sessions: 16
In-person course at Vivat Lingua!  

We will find out which group is right for you during a short preliminary discussion.

*Preliminary discussion, materials, certificate of participation

 

“My foot hurts, here at the knee!” In this workshop, we practice important words and phrases for everyday use in nursing and when dealing with patients. The course offers practical exercises and role-plays to improve listening comprehension and respond appropriately to patient statements.  

The aim is to facilitate communication with Swabian patients. 

Topics covered: 

  • Common words and phrases in Swabian 
  • Body parts in Swabian 
  • Listening comprehension and pronunciation 
  • Comprehension check 
  • Tools for after the workshop

In this workshop, you will learn how to communicate effectively in difficult conversations with patients, relatives, and colleagues. We will show you techniques for resolving conflicts and avoiding misunderstandings. You will learn to remain calm and respond empathetically, even when the situation is tense. Through practical exercises and role-playing, you will practice improving your communication skills in challenging situations. The goal is to strengthen your ability to act professionally and empathetically, even in difficult moments. 

Workshop: “Swabian in Nursing”

Thurs, March 26, 2026 Fri, March 27, 2026 
8:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m. 
Cost: €95 (all inclusive*)
Training sessions: 16
In-person course at Vivat Lingua!  

We will find out which group is right for you during a short preliminary discussion.

*Preliminary discussion, materials, certificate of participation

“My foot hurts, here at the knee!” In this workshop, we practice important words and phrases for everyday use in nursing and when dealing with patients. The course offers practical exercises and role-plays to improve listening comprehension and respond appropriately to patient statements.  

The aim is to facilitate communication with Swabian patients. 

Topics covered: 

  • Common words and phrases in Swabian 
  • Body parts in Swabian 
  • Listening comprehension and pronunciation 
  • Comprehension check 
  • Tools for after the workshop

In this workshop, you will learn how to communicate effectively in difficult conversations with patients, relatives, and colleagues. We will show you techniques for resolving conflicts and avoiding misunderstandings. You will learn to remain calm and respond empathetically, even when the situation is tense. Through practical exercises and role-playing, you will practice improving your communication skills in challenging situations. The goal is to strengthen your ability to act professionally and empathetically, even in difficult moments. 

Workshop: “Communication in difficult situations/conflict situations”

Online via Zoom or in person

 

In this workshop, you will learn how to communicate effectively in difficult conversations with patients, relatives, and colleagues. We will show you techniques for resolving conflicts and avoiding misunderstandings. You will learn to remain calm and respond empathetically, even when the situation is tense. Through practical exercises and role-playing, you will practice improving your communication skills in challenging situations. The goal is to strengthen your ability to act professionally and empathetically, even in difficult moments. 

Upon request

Workshop: “Communication in difficult situations/conflict situations”

Online via Zoom or in person

In this workshop, you will learn how to communicate effectively in difficult conversations with patients, relatives, and colleagues. We will show you techniques for resolving conflicts and avoiding misunderstandings. You will learn to remain calm and respond empathetically, even when the situation is tense. Through practical exercises and role-playing, you will practice improving your communication skills in challenging situations. The goal is to strengthen your ability to act professionally and empathetically, even in difficult moments. 

Upon request

Workshop: „Patientenaufnahme“

Online über Zoom oder persönlich

 

In this workshop, you will learn how to conduct a successful patient intake. You will practice how to create a trusting atmosphere and ask the right questions to determine the needs of patients. The course includes practical exercises in which you can practice admission interviews. Through role-playing, you will learn to ask important questions and respond to patients' answers. The goal is to improve your patient admission skills and ensure a smooth process. 

Upon request

Workshop: „Patientenaufnahme“

Online über Zoom oder persönlich

In this workshop, you will learn how to conduct a successful patient intake. You will practice how to create a trusting atmosphere and ask the right questions to determine the needs of patients. The course includes practical exercises in which you can practice admission interviews. Through role-playing, you will learn to ask important questions and respond to patients' answers. The goal is to improve your patient admission skills and ensure a smooth process. 

Upon request

Workshop: “Instruction, explanation, and advice”

Online via Zoom or in person

 

In this workshop, you will learn how to effectively guide, advise, and explain information to patients and their families. We will show you how to convey complex information in an understandable way and respond to questions. Through practical exercises and role-playing, you will practice mastering various counseling situations and responding appropriately. The goal is to strengthen your guidance and counseling skills in order to improve patient care. 

Upon request

Workshop: “Instruction, explanation, and advice”

Online via Zoom or in person

In this workshop, you will learn how to effectively guide, advise, and explain information to patients and their families. We will show you how to convey complex information in an understandable way and respond to questions. Through practical exercises and role-playing, you will practice mastering various counseling situations and responding appropriately. The goal is to strengthen your guidance and counseling skills in order to improve patient care. 

Upon request

German communication in nursing and medicine B1/B2 and C1

Online via Zoom or in person

 

Would you like to feel more confident in the complex communication situations you encounter in your everyday working life as a nurse?

Then you've come to the right place! We practice this with practical role-plays, supplemented by short grammar spots and writing tasks. In addition to strategies for ensuring comprehension, we practice important phrases and relevant colloquial expressions and expand your job-related vocabulary.

Upon request

German communication in nursing and medicine B1/B2 and C1

Online via Zoom or in person

Would you like to feel more confident in the complex communication situations you encounter in your everyday working life as a nurse?

Then you've come to the right place! We practice this with practical role-plays, supplemented by short grammar spots and writing tasks. In addition to strategies for ensuring comprehension, we practice important phrases and relevant colloquial expressions and expand your job-related vocabulary.

Upon request

Individual training and partner training

Online via Zoom or in person

 

We organize language training tailored to your individual needs and organizational requirements.

Upon request

Individual training and partner training

Online via Zoom or in person

We organize language training tailored to your individual needs and organizational requirements.

Upon request

German language training alongside your education

Online via Zoom or in person

 

Depending on the situation and requirements, language training may begin before the start of the training program and will continue regularly throughout the training period. The aim is to train participants in the language requirements of the training program and prepare them for exams and everyday working life.

Upon request

German language training alongside your education

Online via Zoom or in person

Depending on the situation and requirements, language training may begin before the start of the training program and will continue regularly throughout the training period. The aim is to train participants in the language requirements of the training program and prepare them for exams and everyday working life.

Upon request

Intensive courses

Online via Zoom or in person

 

Intensive courses can be planned on a full-time or part-time basis. Each day consists of seven training sessions and additional homework. The intensive training enables participants to improve their language skills effectively and quickly.

Upon request

Intensive courses

Online via Zoom or in person

Intensive courses can be planned on a full-time or part-time basis. Each day consists of seven training sessions and additional homework. The intensive training enables participants to improve their language skills effectively and quickly.

Upon request


Registration form for courses and exams

German B2 for shift employees

Course starts in March 2026
Twice a week (16 sessions in 8 weeks)
Mornings: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Evenings: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cost: €499 (all inclusive*)
Training units: 32
Online via Zoom

*Online platform, technical support, offline/online materials, certificate of participation

 









Optional: Bankeinzug der Kursgebühr

(Wenn ja, bitte nicht mehr überweisen. Bankeinzug ist nur mit einem deutschen Konto möglich.)




Registration form for courses and exams

Workshop “Empathetic Language” B2 / C1

Thurs, April 23, 2026, and Fri, April 24, 2026  
8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. 
Cost: €95 (all inclusive*)
Training sessions: 16
In-person course at Vivat Lingua!

We will find out which group is right for you during a short preliminary discussion.

*Preliminary discussion, materials, certificate of participation









Optional: Bankeinzug der Kursgebühr

(Wenn ja, bitte nicht mehr überweisen. Bankeinzug ist nur mit einem deutschen Konto möglich.)




Registration form for courses and exams

Workshop: “Swabian in Nursing”

Thurs, March 26, 2026 Fri, March 27, 2026 
8:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m. 
Cost: €95 (all inclusive*)
Training sessions: 16
In-person course at Vivat Lingua!  

We will find out which group is right for you during a short preliminary discussion.

*Preliminary discussion, materials, certificate of participation









Optional: Bankeinzug der Kursgebühr

(Wenn ja, bitte nicht mehr überweisen. Bankeinzug ist nur mit einem deutschen Konto möglich.)




Why learn at Vivat Lingua!?

What is your level? – Needs analysis
What level do you want to achieve? – Analysis of your individual resources
Firm anchoring in the region – with us, you will get to know your new home!
The learner is at the center
Certified telc exam center
Online live courses
Practical learning with your head and hands

Our previous projects were with:

Universitätsklinikum Tübingen (UKT) School for nursing careers
UKT School for OTAs
UKT – Akademie für Bildung und Personalentwicklung (English for patient admission; English for MTAs; English for nursing staff)
UKT Physiotherapy
Postapotheke Tübingen
Novo Nordisk (Workshop for diabetes advisors)
BG Klinik

Interesting information about the courses