Intensive Course Preparation Medical Knowledge Test (part-time)
Objective
This funded extra occupational part-time course offers comprehensive preparation for foreign doctors taking the Professional Knowledge Test in order to obtain a German professional license (Approbation) and focusses, in addition, on everyday work.
Course contents
After introduction to the test conditions and the handling of the test questions, comprehensive medical knowledge of the main test subjects of internal medicine and surgery with subjects of the possible test subjects in the classroom instruction will be imparted. In addition, the most common clinical cases in Germany and their treatment algorithms will be explained.
E-learning
The e-learning serves to consolidate the newly acquired medical knowledge in the classroom instruction through different individual online exercises.
The course consists of 12 online learning modules, which can be independently retrieved and solved. The medical content is based on the test-relevant topics and common questions of the Knowledge Test.
Teaching material
The following textbooks are included in the course fees:
- 80 Fälle Innere Medizin
- Die 60 wichtigsten Fälle Chirurgie
- FIA-skript (digital version)
Lecturers
Lecturers are qualified (specialist) doctors or professors with an appropriate degree (i.e. German professional license) and educational aptitude.
Entry requirements
- A degree in medicine
- A recognized B2 language certificate (FIA, Telc, Goethe or ÖSD – a confirmation of course participation is not sufficient)
- A recognized C1 professional language certificate (FIA or Professional Association – a confirmation of course participation is not sufficient)
Note: If you do not have a recognized professional language certificate you can sign up here for the C1 Patient Communication Test (PKT) in medicine at FIA. - Registered residence in Germany
- A valid visa / residence permit
- Proof of recognition procedure (i.e copy of application form, if available copy of application receipt)
If you do not have a recognised language or professional language certificate, you can take a free placement test. The test is held online.
Exam
After completing the course a knowledge test can be taken at the licensing authority responsible for your recognition procedure.
Qualification program certificate
After completing the course (attendance of at least 80%) participants receive a qualification program certificate.
Funding
The "Intensive Course Preparation Medical Knowledge Test (part-time)" is AZAV certified and can be funded with an education voucher from an Employment Agency or Jobcenter. Various scholarships are available as well if you reside in Germany.
Find detailed information on course funding and on how to apply for funding from an Employment Agency or a Jobcenter.
Evaluation
To secure course quality, participants evaluate the course after course completion on the e-learning platform. Results are discussed with teachers / lecturers responsible for the course.