Anesthesia and surgical technical assistance

Your future in anesthesia and surgical assistance begins here!

Start your career in the German healthcare system through recognition for the healthcare professions of anesthesia technical assistant (ATA) and surgical technical assistant (OTA).

Do you dream of making it in the German healthcare system? At the Academy of Health, we support you in getting your international degree recognized.

Our preparation course for the state knowledge examinations is your key to success as an anesthesia or surgical assistant. Take the first step toward an exciting and fulfilling professional future – with us by your side!

Our educational service: Preparation course for the state knowledge tests

Our preparatory course is specifically designed to optimally prepare applicants from abroad who already have equivalent training or a degree in the field of anesthesia technical assistance (ATA) or surgical technical assistance (OTA) for the state knowledge tests.

The following dates are currently available:

19.02.26 – 18.06.26
29.06.26 – 06.11.26
09.11.26 – 25.02.27

Applicants for this training are managed directly by one of the Academy of Health's member companies/partners. Below is an overview:

Member company/cooperation partner: Anesthesia technical assistance

Member company/cooperation partner: Surgical technical assistance

What awaits you?

  • Intensive courses: We offer theoretical and practical training tailored to the specific requirements of the knowledge tests.
  • Individual support: We offer personal support and advice in theory and practice to ensure that you are optimally prepared for the knowledge tests.
  • Modern teaching and learning environment: Use our modern teaching and learning environments for effective learning.
  • Recognition of qualifications: Deepen your existing knowledge and obtain your recognized professional qualification in Germany with the preparatory course and language training.

Requirements

  1.  Completed registration form 
  2. Assessment notice (LaGeSo) or examination admission (LAVG)
  3. B2-Zertifikat

Seminar content

  • Plan and carry out job-related tasks in the outpatient and inpatient areas independently and in a structured manner
  • Participate in medical diagnostics and therapy and independently carry out medical orders
  • Align your own actions with legal requirements and quality criteria
  • Communicate and interact with patients of all ages and their caregivers, taking into account sociological, psychological, cognitive, cultural and ethical aspects
  • Comprehensively master and observe hygienic working practices

  • Experience and expertise: Benefit from our many years of experience in training international healthcare professionals.
  • Network and partnerships: Take advantage of our strong connections to cooperating clinics and healthcare facilities in Germany.
  • Success stories: Many of our graduates have successfully passed the knowledge tests and are already working in healthcare facilities.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Contact us to learn more about our preparation course and how we can support you on your journey.

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Organization and schedule 02/26

Organization and schedule 06/26

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