Are you learning German just to “pass the exam”? Have you heard many stories about students who have a German certificate, but when they come to Germany, they are confused: they cannot keep up with the listening, do not understand the lesson, do not dare to ask questions, and have difficulty communicating with teachers or colleagues?

SHD Education believes that certificates are only valuable when the language is used proficiently in life and work. Therefore, the specialized B2 program combined with the ÖSD exam orientation is built as a strategic move, to help students "learn to live - learn to integrate - learn to succeed" in Germany.

Alarming reality: Learning German “just for the exam” – the price to pay is the future

During many years of accompanying students and connecting with German businesses, SHD has noted a worrying general trend: Many students focus on degrees rather than language proficiency.The consequences are not just numbers on paper, but also career stagnation, increased training costs for businesses and lost long-term opportunities for students.

Chasing degrees – a fast but unstable path

Crash coursework, cramming, and focusing only on test tips can help students pass the test without having a foundation in communication. Review hours focused on test structure can easily cause the skills of “listening – speaking – responding” to be overlooked, while in the real world, these skills are the deciding factor.

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Azubi Vietnam has difficulty because it cannot use German. 

In many cases, Azubi (professional interns in Germany) are slow to understand professional lectures, do not dare to ask questions or discuss when the content is not clear. This leads to slow learning progress, low evaluation scores, and even the risk of being sent back to their home country. Not because of lack of diligence, but because of lack of ability. use German in study and work.

Many Vietnamese Azubi have difficulty in studying and working because they cannot use German.

Barriers to integration – lasting consequences

When lacking the ability to use German, students face difficulties in many aspects: not daring to ask questions when they do not understand the lesson; being confused when communicating with patients, customers, and managers; having difficulty integrating into the team. All of these lead to a reduced chance of being retained to work after graduation, losing the future of building a career in Germany. Therefore, the problem is not simply the "level" on paper - but practical language skills.

SHD pioneers in raising standards: Adding the ÖSD exam in parallel with the specialized B2 course

Faced with that context, SHD Education offers a strategic solution: train German B2 course for specialized subjects and ÖSD exam orientationThis is a commitment to quality, helping students approach German language standards that are close to the actual requirements of European businesses, right from Vietnam.

German B2 course for professionals - training according to professional context

The B2 specialized course at SHD Education does not teach German in a “one-size-fits-all” way. The content is personalized for three key industry groups: Services – Health care – Engineering, construction. 

The program is extended. 70 sessions, taught by a team of experienced, dedicated lecturers with a good understanding of German culture and labor market, combining:

• Vietnamese teachers: review grammar, expand vocabulary, practice listening - speaking - reflexes
• Native teachers: practical communication, pronunciation, simulation of real-life situations
• Professional experts: Integrate work processes, professional tasks, and real-life situations
• The program is built on a streamlined curriculum, updated according to European standards, focusing on practical communication skills, helping students confidently interact in the learning and working environment in Germany. 

SHD Education students learn German with native teachers

In addition, SHD's comprehensive support ecosystem with full learning tools, reference materials and SHD community network creates conditions for students to connect, practice and exchange experiences effectively, preparing them firmly for entering the vocational training and practical working environment in Germany.

Core competencies students achieve after the course

After the course, students will be able to understand and process complex information in conversations, newsletters, instructions or specialized documents, helping them study effectively and handle work smoothly and professionally.

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Not only understanding, students can also present their opinions, explain and discuss professional issues in advanced German, use flexible vocabulary and sentence structures to describe work processes, professional operations and communicate effectively with superiors or colleagues.

The program focuses especially on natural language reflexes, thereby helping students use German fluently, as a real working tool, instead of just "understanding and speaking" in the classroom.

Reasons for choosing ÖSD – standardizing competencies, focusing on German language skills

ÖSD (Österreichisches Sprachdiplom) is an exam designed to focus on the ability to use German in life and work. Unlike theoretical or trick exams, ÖSD requires candidates to actually use German to solve problems, communicate and interact. Therefore, ÖSD is a suitable measure to assess the ability to integrate into the profession.

ÖSD is designed with a focus on the ability to use German in life and work.

Real German language skills required – no tricks, no rote learning

To achieve all 4 skills of ÖSD, candidates need:

• Rich vocabulary, ranging from daily life to work environment.
  
• Grammar must be solid but at the same time must be flexible.
  
• Critical thinking skills to present and defend opinions on social topics.
• The ÖSD question bank is large and covers many different areas, so candidates cannot memorize the answers. The only way to do well on the test is to really understand and use GermanThis helps to limit the situation of "having a B1 certificate but not being able to communicate".

Suitable for the recruitment needs of German businesses – especially in the health sector

Many German companies, especially those in the nursing, dental assistant or healthcare sectors, give priority to candidates with good practical communication skills. ÖSD meets this requirement: candidates must demonstrate the ability to interact, express themselves clearly and handle situations in German – essential skills when working in Germany.

SHD receives direct professional support from ÖSD judges

Thanks to the support of the ÖSD examiner team, the exam preparation program at SHD is updated to the correct standards, helping students clearly understand the structure - strategy - scoring criteria. This ensures that students not only "pass" the exam, but also use German immediately when entering the professional environment in Germany.

Practical benefits of studying B2 and taking the ÖSD exam at SHD Education

The specialized B2 program combined with ÖSD exam orientation is a comprehensive preparation step that SHD Education has built to help students prepare for life and career in Germany.

Profitable investment for the future

Good German is a low-risk, high-return investment: easy access to professional knowledge, improved ability to work independently, promotion opportunities and a stable income. Good practical language skills reduce the time required for further training and increase competitiveness in the European labor market.

Communicate confidently in all professional situations

From communicating with classmates in class, to conversing with instructors, to handling situations with patients or customers, all require flexible communication skills. The program at SHD Education trains students to express opinions, ask questions, report on work progress, and respond appropriately in each professional context.

Understand lessons quickly - absorb knowledge well - reduce stress

When language is no longer a barrier, learners focus on the technical content instead of worrying about “understanding or not understanding”. This makes learning more effective, reduces psychological stress and improves assessment results.

Fast integration into German businesses

Those who have good communication skills and handle situations professionally will be easily appreciated by businesses and retained for long-term work. The specialized B2 training course not only helps students build a good knowledge base, but also becomes someone who can contribute immediately, scoring high points in the eyes of employers.

Using German in practice helps students feel confident when studying and working in Germany.

The foundation to progress to C1/C2 and pave the way to the EU blue card

B2 is a solid stepping stone to continue studying at higher levels. When language skills are solid, career and settlement doors (the path to the Blue Card of some European countries) become clearer.

Easy integration into German life

Good German helps students confidently do everything: from opening an account, shopping, to handling administrative paperwork or making friends. Being independent in everyday life contributes to improving the quality of life and spirit when living away from home.

Increase your chances of finding a good job after Ausbildung

Businesses prioritize candidates with good communication skills and the ability to work independently. Therefore, the ÖSD certificate and practical skills are a competitive advantage that helps candidates get selected for better and more stable positions.

The combination of the B2 German language practical course and the ÖSD exam orientation helps students not only gain a certificate, but also gain recognized competence – something German companies really need. This is a strategic move to reduce recruitment risks for partners, while increasing the retention rate of students after completing Ausbildung (dual vocational training).

Learn German to live – to integrate – to succeed in Germany

If you are preparing for an apprenticeship or work in Germany, consider a serious study path: Choose a program that helps you use German at work., not just passing the exam. Investing in real-world skills today is investing in sustainable career opportunities tomorrow.

Students are trained by a team of experienced experts when studying the B2 German course at SHD.

SHD Education builds a roadmap that is suitable for each student's profession, current capacity and career goals - from practicing communication skills, practicing with native teachers, to specialized training by experienced experts and guidance on preparing for the ÖSD exam. Changing the learning mindset from "studying for exams" to "studying for use" is an essential step to improve capacity when integrating into the European labor market.

SHD Education's specialized B2 + ÖSD program not only equips students with language skills - but also gives them the ability to integrate, professional skills and sustainable development opportunities in the Federal Republic of Germany. That is the direction that SHD commits to: output quality, practical capacity and real success for each student.