NRW is Germany's most populous state. Special feature: There are two separate medical associations – Nordrhein (Düsseldorf) and Westfalen-Lippe (Münster). The responsible chamber depends on your place of work.
⚠️ Note on additional costs: Besides the exam fee, there may be additional costs. A precise breakdown will be provided after submitting your documents.
Important: Two medical chambers in NRW. Which one is responsible depends on your future place of work.
The FSP consists of three examination parts. Each part is assessed separately. All three must be passed.
You conduct a complete medical history consultation with an actor patient. Communication skills, empathy and specialist vocabulary are assessed.
You present the case orally to a colleague or superior. Technical accuracy and medical terminology are assessed.
You write a medical letter or patient record for the case. Correct written expression and structured format are essential.
First complete a general German language certificate at C1 level (Telc C1, TestDaF or DSH). Without this certificate, FSP registration is not possible.
Submit your application to Ärztekammer Nordrhein / Ärztekammer Westfalen-Lippe. Include all documents (certificates, photo, C1 certificate). Current waiting time in Nordrhein-Westfalen: 6–18 months.
Attend our AZAV-certified FSP preparation course. Intensive training in all three exam parts, simulation of exam situations, feedback from experienced lecturers.
Take the exam before the medical chamber in Nordrhein-Westfalen. Exam fee: 330–530 €. On passing you receive the specialist language certificate – a prerequisite for approbation.
The current waiting time for an exam appointment is generally 6–18 months. Early registration with complete documents can reduce the waiting time.
The FSP can be retaken multiple times. There is no legal restriction on retakes. However, a preparation period must be demonstrated between attempts.
The exam fee is 330–530 €. Additional costs for documents, certifications and any late registration fees may apply.
The FSP is tied to the federal state in which you apply for approbation. Changing is possible but extends the process. We advise you on your optimal strategy.
Yes! Our courses are eligible for AVGS funding (activation and placement voucher). With a voucher from the Employment Agency or Jobcenter, you have no costs.
Our lecturers speak Arabic, Russian, Ukrainian, Romanian and other languages in addition to German. This allows us to explain specialist content in your mother tongue.
We know the specific requirements of the medical chamber in Nordrhein-Westfalen. 95% of our participants pass on the first attempt.
Through targeted exam training and simulations of real exam situations, we prepare you optimally.
Our courses are approved by the Federal Employment Agency (AZAV certification), enabling AVGS funding.
All lecturers are licensed doctors or medical educators with many years of FSP preparation experience.
In-person and online. Available evenings and weekends too – so you can balance course and daily life.
Simply apply for an activation and placement voucher (AVGS). We will help you with the process.
We know the special considerations for recognising qualifications from over 40 countries – for your procedure in Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Book your free initial consultation now – we will assess your funding options and show you the fastest path to approbation.