German Course for the Medical Profession incl. Preparation for the Austrian ÖÄK Exam

German for the medical profession based on the latest research

This course is for learners at the B2+/C1 level from Austria and abroad. In it you learn German language structures that are vital for helping you overcome the everyday challenges of working in the medical profession. Our instructors are up to date on the latest findings in communication research and plan their lessons accordingly. They prepare you for dealings with the many different clients you’ll meet in Austrian healthcare. You’ll be able to speak their language, understand them, and be understood. This will not just help you prepare for the Österreichische Ärztekammer’s (ÖAK, Austrian Medical Association) exam required for nostrification, but also refresh the communication tools vital for your job as a doctor.

Overview of language course content

Communicate with patients and their relatives, colleagues, and nursing staff

Discuss topics of Austrian healthcare ranging from taking patients’ medical histories to conducting clinical interviews

Use the linguistic tools of the German language to converse about medical fields

Understand Latin technical terms and their German counterparts

Write administrative letters to healthcare facilities and insurance companies

Prepare for the ÖÄK’s written and oral exam