Why is the recognition of foreign professional qualifications important for employers?
The recognition of professional qualifications offers employers legal certainty and facilitates the integration of international skilled workers into the company. Especially in times of skills shortages, it gives companies access to highly qualified employees from abroad.
Advantages for employers:
1.Quality assurance
-Recognition checks whether the qualification of the specialist is equivalent to German standards. This guarantees a high level of professional competence.
2.Legal certainty
-Recognition is a prerequisite for practising a profession in regulated professions (e.g. nursing or skilled trades). Employers can thus ensure that their employees meet the legal requirements.
3.Promoting integration
-With a recognized qualification, employees feel valued and better integrated into the company.
4.Attractiveness of the employer
-Companies that support foreign skilled workers strengthen their position as an attractive employer.
How can employers support the recognition process?
1.Advice and information
-Employers should make skilled workers aware of the possibility of recognition and support them in their search for information. Tools such as the "Recognition portal" help with this.
2.Support with the application
-Employees often need help with compiling documents, translating or contacting the relevant authorities.
3.Assumption of costs
-Companies can cover the costs of the recognition process, including fees for translations, certifications or adaptation qualifications.
4.Promotion of qualifications
-If the qualification is not fully recognized, employers can support adaptation measures such as further training or courses.
Procedure of the recognition process for employers
1. examination of the profession
-Employers should check whether the profession is regulated (e.g. healthcare professions, engineers) or whether recognition can be voluntary.
2. clarification of responsibility
-The office responsible for the recognition process depends on the profession and federal state. Information on this can be found on the recognition portal.
3. support of the specialist
-employees in compiling and submitting the documents:
-Proof of education (e.g. certificates, diplomas).
-Evidence of professional experience.
-Translations and certifications.
4. post-qualification
-If recognition is only partial, adaptation measures such as examinations or training courses may be necessary. Employers can provide targeted help here.
5. use in the company
-After successful recognition, the specialists can be deployed according to their qualifications.
Support and funding opportunities
Employers can benefit from various government funding programs that support the recognition process:
1."Recognition grant"
-For skilled workers on low incomes who wish to have their qualifications recognized.
2."Integration through Qualification (IQ) funding program"
-Offers further training and qualifications for foreign skilled workers.
3.Consulting services
-Networks such as the IQ network offer free advice for companies.
4.Regional subsidies
-Some federal states have additional programs to support employers.
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