German course for doctors: your career in Switzerland starts here

Specialized German courses for medical professions

The Swiss healthcare system enjoys an excellent reputation worldwide and offers attractive career opportunities for healthcare professionals. Are you a doctor, nurse or care worker with a dream of working in Switzerland? Our German course for medical professionals is your key to a successful career in the Swiss healthcare system.

The importance of German language skills in the Swiss healthcare sector

In multilingual Switzerland, German plays a central role, especially in German-speaking Switzerland. Excellent German language skills are essential for medical professionals to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues and in administration. Our specialized German course for medical professions takes into account the specific requirements of the Swiss healthcare system and prepares you optimally for your day-to-day work.

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Our specialized courses in detail

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German courses for doctors

Our German courses for doctors are carefully designed to prepare you for the language challenges in Swiss hospitals and medical practices. The course includes:

  • In-depth study of medical terminology, taking into account Swiss specifics
  • Intensive exercises in patient communication, including anamnesis and educational discussions
  • Training in medical documentation and reporting according to Swiss standards
  • Training for interdisciplinary collaboration and communication in a multilingual environment
  • Introduction to the Swiss healthcare system and its legal framework

German courses for nurses & care staff

The German courses for nurses and care staff are designed to give you the language and cultural skills you need for your demanding everyday working life in Switzerland. The course content includes:

  • Comprehensive training in nursing terminology, adapted to Swiss nursing standards
  • Intensive exercises in patient care and communication, including dealing with dialects
  • Training for effective teamwork in a multicultural care environment
  • Detailed introduction to the documentation of care measures according to Swiss guidelines
  • Teaching intercultural skills for working in the Swiss healthcare system
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Your path to success: Our comprehensive program

Our program is designed to prepare you step by step for your career in Switzerland:

  1. Needs analysis: We start with a thorough assessment of your current language level and your professional goals. This enables us to tailor the course to your individual needs.
  2. Individual learning plan: Based on the needs analysis, we create a customized learning plan that takes into account your specific strengths and areas for improvement.
  3. Intensive training: Our course offers a mixture of theoretical lessons and practical exercises. We use role plays, case studies and simulations to prepare you for real-life situations in the Swiss healthcare sector.
  4. Exam preparation: We place particular emphasis on targeted preparation for the specialist language exam that is required for your qualifications to be recognized in Switzerland.
  5. Cultural integration: In addition to the language, we teach you important knowledge about Swiss culture, etiquette and work ethics in the healthcare sector.
  6. Career support: We offer support with the preparation of application documents and prepare you for job interviews in Swiss healthcare facilities.
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Invest in your future

Our German course for medical professionals not only lays the foundation for your language skills, but also for your successful integration into the Swiss healthcare system. Our courses offer:

  • Highly qualified lecturers with experience in the Swiss healthcare system
  • Flexible learning models that combine online teaching with attendance phases
  • Practical learning content based on the current requirements of the Swiss labor market
  • Networking opportunities with other international professionals and Swiss healthcare experts

Our course goes beyond simply teaching you the language. We offer you a comprehensive insight into the Swiss healthcare system, its structures and special features. You will learn about the cultural nuances of medical communication in Switzerland and acquire intercultural skills that are essential for your professional success.

Start your path to a successful medical career in Switzerland now. Contact us for a personal consultation and further information on our German courses for medical professions. Let's shape your future in Switzerland together!

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the German course for doctors

We offer our German course for medical professionals exclusively as private lessons. You have the choice between the following options:

Private lessons
Semi-private (2 participants)
Trio-private (3 participants)
Quattro-private (4 participants)

All of these courses can be delivered both online and face-to-face, depending on your preferences and capabilities.

No, there are no specific language skills required to take part in our German course for medical professionals. We adapt our lessons to your individual language level.

Yes, after successfully completing the course you will receive a language diploma from our language school confirming your participation and the knowledge you have acquired.

The cost of the course varies depending on the course package and format selected. Detailed information on our prices can be found on our website: Click here

We offer both High German and Swiss German. Course participants can choose which variant they would like to learn. A combination of both is also possible if required.

Yes, we provide our course participants with additional exercises and learning materials. You can use these to continue learning outside the classroom and consolidate what you have learned.

The group size depends on the option you choose:

  • Individual lessons: 1 participant
  • Semi-private: 2 participants
  • Trio-private: 3 participants
  • Quattro-private: 4 participants

These small groups allow for an intensive and personalized learning experience.

Yes, we offer flexible options. Depending on your personal situation and preferences, you can choose between online and face-to-face classes or combine them.

Our course is specifically geared towards the language requirements in the medical field. We focus on medical terminology, patient communication and the specific linguistic challenges faced by medical professionals in Switzerland.

You have two options for registering for our German course for medical professionals:

  • Online-Registration: Visit our website at https://ils-zuerich.ch/online-Registration -private-lessons/ and fill out the registration form. This is a quick and easy way to register directly for the course.
  • Personal advice: For individual advice, please contact us directly. We will be happy to discuss the right course format for you personally and answer all your individual questions.

Both options are available to you so that you can choose the most convenient way for you. We look forward to helping you learn German for the medical field!

Our location in Zurich