For the Abitur: Completed vocational training or at least two years of work experience

For the morning Abitur: Current employment (including internships, part-time jobs, etc.)

For all other degrees/certificates: at least six months of work experience or current employment (including internships, part-time jobs, etc.)

Periods of vocational training, managing a household, military service, federal volunteer service, a social service year, and unemployment are taken into account.