Aufsichtsperson in der Unfallversicherung

The advanced training (Weiterbildung) takes place at the accident insurance institutions and at the Institute for Work and Health of the German Social Accident Insurance (IAG). Learning locations include the premises of the accident insurance institution, various deployment sites (e.g., during company visits), and the training rooms of the IAG.

This is a university profession (Studienberuf) that requires advanced training (Weiterbildung). The advanced training is completed with an examination regulated by the accident insurance institutions and typically lasts 2 years (full-time). Supervisors in accident insurance identify and assess safety and health-relevant aspects of working conditions, such as protective measures, the work environment, and organizational and leadership styles. They determine the initial situation through company visits and discussions (e.g., with management and safety specialists), evaluate it, and initiate measures to prevent occupational accidents and other work-related health hazards. They conduct training on workplace safety and health and monitor the success of prevention measures. Furthermore, they document their findings and contribute to the formulation of prevention standards, other regulations, rules, and information. Employment is primarily with accident insurance institutions.

During the advanced training (Weiterbildung), one usually works and receives remuneration.

The preparation period is typically 2 years (full-time).

The advanced training (Weiterbildung) consists of two main parts. The institution-specific part at the accident insurance institution lasts approximately 94 weeks. The inter-institutional part at the Institute for Work and Health of the German Social Accident Insurance (IAG) lasts approximately 10 weeks and covers topics such as professional role understanding, general legal foundations, hazards and stresses, organization of occupational safety, consulting and supervision, investigation, qualification and information/communication, other prevention services, health at work, prevention in networks, and elective seminars. The total duration is approximately 2 years.

The advanced training (Weiterbildung) is free of charge. However, examination fees apply for the final examination. Additional costs may arise, for example, for work materials or specialized literature.

This training covers the execution of legal advisory and supervisory duties of accident insurance institutions, the organization and financing of an accident insurance institution, the scope of statutory accident insurance (especially prevention with technical and legal knowledge), and implementation competencies.

In-depth knowledge in the following areas are good prerequisites for successful further training: law (e.g., social insurance law or statutory accident insurance law) and social competencies (e.g., cooperation and communication skills, knowledge of negotiation techniques, conflict resolution, and assertiveness).

The training consists of a preparation period with practical and overarching theoretical components. Theoretical instruction takes place full-time on at least four weekdays in a classroom setting at the educational institution (possibly not at the place of residence). Practical experience involves working at an accident insurance institution.

Participants can shorten the preparation period by a maximum of one year upon application by the accident insurance institution. Corresponding prior knowledge must be demonstrated for this.

The qualification awarded is 'Aufsichtsperson (AP)'.

Aufsichtsperson in der Unfallversicherung (Supervisor in Accident Insurance) is a vocational further training. The examination for this training is regulated by accident insurance institutions. It is usually completed as a 2-year preparation period and concludes with a final examination according to the examination regulations of the accident insurance institution.

Finding suitable employment after this advanced training is straightforward. Supervisors in accident insurance work for accident insurance providers. Continuous training (Anpassungsweiterbildung) helps keep professional knowledge current, up-to-date, and expanded. The range of topics covers everything from occupational safety to handling hazardous substances. Further academic studies, for example in safety management, can help advance one's career.

Legal regulations for the examination include: Model Examination Regulation I for supervisors with a university qualification (as of May 2020), and Model Examination Regulation II for supervisors with a qualification corresponding to competence level six of the German Qualifications Framework (DQR) (AP II) (as of March 2021).

Prerequisites for admission to the examination include a completed (university of applied sciences) degree (Studium) in engineering, natural sciences, or a field relevant to the future area of deployment, as well as proof of a successfully completed, typically 2-year preparatory period. Also eligible is a qualification corresponding to competence level 6 of the German Qualifications Framework (DQR) that is beneficial for the future area of deployment, particularly through a completed master craftsman (Meister) or technician (Techniker) qualification from a state or state-recognized institution with proof of a successfully completed, typically one-year preparatory period. Additionally, practical operational knowledge acquired through at least 2 years of full-time professional activity must be demonstrated.