Private study program — Kenntnisprüfung per PflAPrV §14
For internationally trained nurses

From nursing assistant
to registered nurse.
Digital. Structured. Fair.

You earn €991 less every month while your recognition is pending. CarePfad prepares you specifically for the Kenntnisprüfung and guides you through the recognition process — with clinically reviewed material, a clear guide, and a plan you can start today.

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Caregiver accompanies an elderly lady coloring — compassion and closeness in nursing
Fig. 1 — Nursing is encounter. CarePfad prepares you for exactly that.
1.02M characters
Clinically reviewed study material
116 questions
PflAPrV exam questions, case-based
telc B2
Nursing German exam simulation
+€991 /month
Salary gap assistant → registered nurse (Entgeltatlas 2025)
01 — Who it's for
The Problem

You already work in nursing. Your salary just doesn't reflect it yet.

€991 less every month — just because the recognition is missing.Entgeltatlas, Federal Employment Agency, 2025

Two elderly people holding hands — trust and connection in everyday care Persona 01

You're already a nursing assistant

You work every day on the ward, you know the procedures, you hold hands and document. What you're missing is the recognized qualification — and the salary that comes with it. We translate your practical knowledge into the format of the Kenntnisprüfung.

Median salary: €3,596 → €4,587
Concentrated studying with reference books — self-study for the Kenntnisprüfung Persona 02

You have the deficit notice

The letter is on the table — now the waiting begins. 522 days on average. 64% never apply for recognition. We give you a clear roadmap during this time: what to do when, what documents you need, how to prepare in parallel.

Average wait time: 522 days (BMBF 2023)
Nurse measuring a patient's blood pressure — clinical routine with compassion Persona 03

You're looking for an alternative to classroom courses

€3,444 is what the classic prep course costs — only with an education voucher, fixed schedules, no repetition. CarePfad costs €299, is available immediately, and you can repeat every module as often as you like.

91% cheaper than the classroom course
Close-up of an elderly person's hands — a quiet moment of care Persona 04

You just want clarity

No bureaucratic German, no guesswork. The guide shows you for your state: Which documents do I really need? Where do I submit them? What comes next?

Currently available for NRW and Bavaria
02 — The Program

Three modules. One goal: passed Kenntnisprüfung, issued recognition, new salary.

01

Kenntnisprüfung Preparation

466,000 characters of study material — clinically reviewed, in the exact format of the Kenntnisprüfung per PflAPrV §14. Case studies, procedures, key points, practice questions.

  • 11 curricular units, all ≥18k characters
  • 48 PflAPrV practice questions, case-based
  • Case-study engine with 3 scenarios
  • Linked YouTube deep-dives
02

Recognition Guide

Your state, your documents, your deadlines — as a clear step-by-step overview. No more guessing what comes next.

  • State selection (NRW / Bavaria)
  • Checklist of standard documents
  • Orientation on duration & authorities
  • Progress tracking, offline
03

Nursing German B2

telc B1–B2 Pflege simulations and exam-style exercises — designed for nurses who speak German as a second language.

  • Authentic telc B2 Pflege simulator
  • 15 written + 10 oral exercises
  • SBAR & handover training
  • Timed exam format
03 — The ROI
The ROI

What does it actually get you?

The math is simple: recognition costs you less than two weeks of your future salary.

Fig. 2 — The math

The numbers

+€991
More per month as a registered nurse (median, gross)
+€11,892
More per year — every year, permanently
4 days
Payback: €299 program vs. €991/month
91%
Cheaper than the €3,444 classroom course

Sources: Entgeltatlas of the Federal Employment Agency (2025, median salaries nursing assistant €3,596 / registered nurse €4,587); EBZ Pflege Kenntnisprüfung prep course (€3,444.16, 2026).

04 — The Path
How it works

Four steps to registered nurse

No paperwork battles, no appointments, no waiting for course spots. You start today.

Sign up

Create your account, pick your state, get instant access to the guide and material. No waiting, no voucher application.

Learn

Work through the 11 curricular units. Case studies, procedures, practice questions — at your pace, on phone or laptop.

Practice

PflAPrV §14 case-study simulator and telc B2 Pflege exam simulation — as often as you need, until it sticks.

Get recognized

Pass the Kenntnisprüfung, wait for the decision — and from the next payslip, earn €991 more every month.

Nurse measuring a patient's blood pressure — clinical competence in everyday care
Fig. 3 — Clinical routine. Exactly what the Kenntnisprüfung wants to see from you.
Clinical Competence

You master your daily nursing routine. The exam just wants it confirmed.

Taking blood pressure, interpreting vital signs, documenting — you do this every day. CarePfad translates your practical experience into what the Kenntnisprüfung per PflAPrV §14 wants to see from you: case-based knowledge, clinical reasoning, correct technical language.

05 — Voices
Voices

What buyers are saying

Real feedback from nurses learning with CarePfad.

Voice 01
"The material is in the exact format of the Kenntnisprüfung — case studies per PflAPrV §14, not generic learning videos. You practice exactly what the exam asks."
— Maria R.Nurse, NRW — passed Kenntnisprüfung 2025
Voice 02
"The guide showed me which documents I actually need in Bavaria — before I went to the appointment. That saved me two trips to the authority."
— Alex K.Nurse, Bavaria — deficit notice received 2025
Voice 03
"I was unsure whether digital learning is enough for the exam. The case-study engine convinced me — real scenarios, not just text."
— Lina T.Nurse, Hesse — in preparation 2026

Example voices — real voices to follow. We are currently collecting feedback from our first users.

The Core

Nursing is encounter. Your exam should reflect that.

The Kenntnisprüfung doesn't just quiz facts — it tests whether you think and act like a nurse. Our case studies come from real nursing: handovers, vital signs, pain assessment, care planning. No textbook examples without connection to reality.

Nurses practicing CPR on a training dummy — hands-on preparation for the Kenntnisprüfung
Fig. 4 — Listen, understand, act. That's what the Kenntnisprüfung makes visible.
06 — The Comparison
The Comparison

The old way vs. your way

The classic classroom course was built for a different world. Here's the honest comparison.

Classic
€3,444
  • Classroom course, fixed schedules, commuting
  • Only via education voucher — weeks waiting for approval
  • No digital access, no repetition
  • Bureaucratic German, no process guidance
  • No voucher means you pay out of pocket
CarePfad
€299
  • 100% digital — learn when and where you want
  • Instant access, no application, no waiting
  • Unlimited repetition, all updates included
  • Clear language + guide through the recognition process
  • 14-day money-back — no questions asked
07 — Pricing
Pricing

Pay once. Learn forever.

No subscription, no hidden costs. One price, full access — for good.

CarePfad

Everything for the Kenntnisprüfung
€299 one-time
≈ 4 days of your future registered-nurse salary
  • Kenntnisprüfung preparation (466k characters)
  • 11 curricular units, clinically reviewed
  • 48 PflAPrV practice questions + case studies
  • Recognition guide (NRW / Bavaria)
  • Nursing German B2 included (telc simulations A1–B2, free with the nursing package)
  • Unlimited access, all updates
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
Get started — €299
Most popular

CarePfad +

The complete package incl. personal support
€499 one-time
≈ 16 days of your future registered-nurse salary
  • Everything in CarePfad
  • Employer letter (cost-coverage template)
  • Priority support (reply < 24h)
  • Telegram community access
  • Exam-date reminders
  • Lifetime access incl. all updates
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
Get started — €499

German included: Choose the nursing package and get the complete nursing-German offer (A1–B2 + telc simulations) free — no extra charge. Both plans: one-time payment, no subscription. Installments (3×) available. Your employer often covers the cost — the template is included in the + plan. 14-day right of withdrawal; by starting the digital content you expressly consent to early expiry of your withdrawal right (§356(6) BGB).

Still unsure? Preview the course content for free — nursing knowledge, Fachdeutsch, and exam prep without registration.

08 — FAQ
FAQ

Common questions

Is this an officially recognized course?
No — and that's deliberate. CarePfad is study material for self-directed preparation for the Kenntnisprüfung, not a state-recognized training provider. You need no education voucher and no admission. You learn digitally, at your pace. You take the Kenntnisprüfung itself at the responsible authority.
Is it enough to pass the Kenntnisprüfung?
The material covers the full exam scope per PflAPrV §14 — over 1 million characters, clinically reviewed, with 116 case-based practice questions. Whether you pass depends on your studying. The exam is hard. We prepare you — with the complete material you need and a clear roadmap.
I don't have my deficit notice yet. Can I still start?
Yes. The guide helps you before you apply — with a checklist of standard documents for your state and orientation on duration and authorities. You can run the Kenntnisprüfung prep in parallel once your notice arrives.
What's the difference between €299 and €499?
Both include the complete study material and the guide. The + plan adds the employer letter template (cost coverage), priority support, Telegram community access, and exam-date reminders. If your employer covers the cost, the + plan usually pays for itself on that alone.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. You can browse the course content free — nursing knowledge, German and practice questions, no registration needed. Just head to the learning platform and start. Only when you feel confident do you pick a package.
Do I get the German part free with the nursing package?
Yes. German is included in every nursing package — complete, from A1 to B2 including telc exam simulations. No extra charge. You pay once and get nursing and German, unlimited, with all updates.
Will my employer cover the cost?
Often yes. Many hospitals and care facilities fund Kenntnisprüfung preparation — up to several thousand euros. The + plan includes a ready-to-use application template you can hand to your head nurse.
How does the money-back guarantee work?
You have a 14-day right of withdrawal. Because this is digital content, the right expires early once you start accessing it and expressly consent (§356(6) BGB). In practice: review the material at your own pace — if it's not a fit, write to us within 14 days.
Is CarePfad a government authority?
No. CarePfad is a private information and study service. We are not an authority and are not affiliated with the federal recognition portal or any district government. Our materials are for self-directed exam preparation and do not replace state-recognized training or legal advice.

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