Part-time training – management of a ward / area (DKG)

Practical. Personal. Professional.

Your future in division management.

In the training course "Management of a ward / area" of the Academy of Health, the focus is on the targeted development of leadership skills. A central component is our simulation area, which is firmly anchored in the curriculum and offers managers a realistic and protected learning environment. Here, the participants train typical leadership situations – from crisis communication to conflict management – in a practical and solution-oriented way. The focus is on confident conversations, the development of a reflective, professional attitude and confident action in challenging situations. With the proven concept of Crew Resource Management (CRM), we specifically promote interprofessional communication, team coordination and decision-making skills under pressure. The training is supplemented by impulses to strengthen resilience, which support managers in acting in a psychologically stable and clear manner, even in complex everyday situations.

Next course start:

15.06.2026 – Campus Berlin-Buch

Further training for practical instructors
  • Permission to use the professional title of health and (paediatric) nurse, (paediatric) nurse, nursing specialist, geriatric nurse, midwife/maternity nurse, surgical assistant, anaesthesia technical assistant, emergency paramedic
  • At least 2 years of professional experience

Theoretical part (760 hours incl. exam)

  • Basic module (e-learning supported): Initiating and shaping development in a reasoned manner
  • Subject Module 1: Acting in a business-efficient and compliant manner
  • Subject Module 2: Acting innovatively
  • Subject Module 3: Supporting and motivating employees
  • Subject Module 4: Implementing organizational management as a leader
  • Subject Module 5: Leading and guiding


Practical part
(80 hours)

  • Two observations of a total of 40 hours take place in two different areas of the facility.
  • The third job shadowing with at least 40 hours takes place in an external institution.
  • The object of the observations always refers to leading and leading.
  • Cooperating institution of your choice.

Expand competence. Responsibility. Shaping the future.

Our training prepares participants specifically to meet complex professional requirements in everyday working life confidently and competently. The focus is on the development of a professional repertoire of actions based on current findings from profession-related science, medicine and related disciplines. The aim of the training is to strengthen the professional, social, personal and methodological skills of the participants in the long term. You will learn to control work processes in a well-founded manner, to lead employees responsibly and to act in a reflective manner even in challenging situations.

Concept

The further training takes place as a part-time course. It lasts at least two to a maximum of four years and is carried out on the basis of the currently valid DKG recommendation.

The theoretical training takes place in basic and specialist modules as block teaching units as well as in the form of individual, self-directed and digitally supported learning.

The practical part of the training is completed in the respective company or in a cooperation institution. Qualified practical instructors will accompany you and carry out planned instructions.

  • Since 01.10.2025, the Academy of Health has been recognized by the German Hospital Association as a continuing education center for the further training of the management of a ward / area
  • After successful oral and practical examination, you will receive the degree
    • Specialist nurse for managing a ward / area (DKG)
    • Specialist health and nursing professional for the management of a ward / area (DKG)
    • Specialist pediatric nurse for managing a ward / area (DKG)
    • Specialist health and pediatric nurse for managing a ward / area (DKG)
    • Nursing professional for managing a ward / area (DKG)
    • Specialist geriatric nurse for managing a ward / area (DKG)
  • Certificate from the DKG and the Academy of Health eV

The training comprises 760 seminar units.

Dates

15.06.2026 – 23.06.2028

Course fee

4.950,00€ (incl. exam fee)

  • Practical leadership training in realistic settings
  • Interactive simulation games on leadership, communication and organization
  • Conflict management with structured de-escalation strategies
  • Crew Resource Management (CRM) for Team Leadership
  • Use communication as a leadership tool in a targeted manner
  • Acting in a legally compliant manner – current care, labour and liability law
  • Quality management implemented in a practice-oriented manner
  • Business basics for nursing management
  • Reflection on the leadership role & development of personal leadership styles
  • Resilience & Self-Leadership Strategies for Mental Strength in Everyday Leadership
  • Compact & application-oriented project management
  • Moderation & Discussion in Challenging Situations
  • Targeted personnel development & strengthening employees
  • Theory-practice transfer through real case studies and project work

Please use the following form for your registration: Registration form

Academy of Health eV
Campus Berlin-Buch
Continuing Education Department