Specialist for inclusion and integration (IHK)

Deepen your pedagogical knowledge and specialize in inclusion and integration with an IHK certificate. This further education is part of the learning and development assistant program, but can also be completed individually. You will learn to support children individually, understand developmental processes, and accompany them inclusively in everyday life – e.g., in daycare centers, schools, or other social institutions. With the IHK certificate, you will strengthen your profile and open up new professional opportunities in the pedagogical field.

What our graduates say:

The Impact School was always professional and helpful in all aspects of the program, whether it was imparting knowledge or helping me navigate the continuing education system in Germany. I can only say that my experience in the few weeks I was in contact with them was wonderful.”

Elaine Hegedus

What the course teaches you

Your path into the social sector
You recognize developmental progress and specifically support children.
Specialize your knowledge with an IHK specialization.
You accompany children safely and educationally in their daily lives.
You are familiar with the basics of inclusion and legal frameworks.

The advantages of the course

with IHK certificate
No prior experience necessary
3 months
This course offers you the ideal opportunity to reorient yourself professionally or acquire valuable qualifications for your next career step – often even without prior professional experience. We impart practical knowledge and guide you individually in recognizing and effectively utilizing your personal strengths. You will gain valuable insights into real work fields, benefit from our network for concrete career prospects, and build a solid foundation for potential later specializations. Whether you want to get back on track after a break, develop your career further, or embark on a completely new, meaningful path: You will receive exactly the guidance and practical tools you need for a successful professional future.

This is how the course is structured

Block 01

Developmental Psychology

You understand child development in language, motor skills, thinking, and social and emotional behavior, and you learn to support children in a targeted way.

Block 02

Diagnostics and Observation

You strategically use observation and documentation, assess developmental stages, and incorporate findings into everyday pedagogical practice.

Block 03

Inclusion and Integration

You will learn legal fundamentals and develop an inclusive, discrimination-sensitive attitude when dealing with diversity.

Block 03

Inclusion and Integration

You will learn legal fundamentals and develop an inclusive, discrimination-sensitive attitude when dealing with diversity.

Block 05

Intercultural Education

You are strengthening your skills in dealing with language, cultural diversity, and different walks of life.

Block 06

Testing and Transfer

You are specifically preparing for the IHK exam and applying your knowledge in pedagogical practice.

In just 3 months, you will become an IHK specialist for inclusion and integration, developing in-demand skills for schools and daycare centers. Your path to professional work in the social sector.

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Entry possible at any time
3 months full-time / 4.5 months part-time
IHK Certificate
100% Online
100 % Free of charge

What you need:

You are interested in working with children and adolescents and want to support them in their development. The course "Learning and Development Helper" is recommended.

If you are unemployed, looking for work, or interested in a career change, you can complete further training with an education voucher.

What makes Impact School special.

We believe in every person and their ability to succeed professionally.

Individual support

Every person is different. We adapt our support to your personal situation.

In-service qualification

Learn while you work. Theory and practice go hand in hand.

Real connectivity

Our qualifications are geared to the requirements of the labor market.

Close practical orientation

Right from the start, you will work in real facilities and gain practical experience.

Real perspectives

No logic of measures, but sustainable professional development with a future.

AZAV-certified

State-recognized training provider with certified quality and eligibility for funding.

Education experts about the Impact School

Shortly after starting your career, you will be making a real difference to children's lives every day. There are numerous paths open to you - whether you explore new areas or gain further qualifications, your career can continue to develop.

Stephan Bayer

Founder and Managing Director of sofatutor - Germany's largest learning platform for schools, education expert, Chairman of the Board of Social Job Networks e.V.

With a comprehensive and practice-oriented curriculum, this further education course ideally prepares career changers for work in schools and daycare centers. The course content covers all essential aspects of pedagogical work and provides the specialist knowledge required to successfully enter the profession.

Prof. Dr. Julia Siegmüller

President Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences and former Vice President EU FH University of Applied Sciences for Health, Social and Educational Sciences

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It is very important to me that all participants find their place in an educational institution, where they can develop their skills and grow and flourish in their role every day

Sandra Romig
Education consultant at the Impact School

Certqua AZAV seal

The Impact School is certified by CERTQUA as an educational institution in adult education in accordance with the “Accreditation and Approval Ordinance for Employment Promotion” (AZAV). CERTQUA is a certification body recognized by the Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS). This recognition means that the Impact School meets the requirements nationwide to enable various funding opportunities, including education vouchers (BGS) and activation and placement vouchers (AVGS), which support further vocational training or qualifications.