Bernd Blindow

Name

Bernd Blindow

Legal name

Bernd Blindow Gruppe

Website

https://blindow.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

College & Career Transition Services (Bridge Programs, Dual Enrollment Pathways) (EDAAABAK)

Keywords

• Vocational training programs
• Healthcare education services
• Technical assistant training
• Design and fashion education
• Dual study programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Bückeburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Some educational programs charge tuition fees. Programs are often tuition-free when state funding is available. When tuition applies, minimum fee is 350 EUR per month according to contract terms.
2. State Funding (Schulgeldfreiheit): Government funding for approved vocational training programs. Many programs are tuition-free when federal states fully fund the training.
3. Examination and Registration Fees: One-time fees for enrollment, examinations, and learning materials. Registration fee due at program start, final exam fee due 8 weeks before completion.
4. Accommodation Services: Dormitory housing offered at some locations (Bückeburg, Leipzig, Friedrichshafen, Ravensburg) for students from outside the area.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Bernd Blindow Gruppe operates a nationwide network of vocational schools in Germany offering state-recognized training programs in healthcare (PTA, Physiotherapy, Logopaedie, Ergotherapy), social work (educator, social assistant), design (graphic design, fashion design), and natural sciences/technology (BTA, CTA, ITA, UTA). The group also offers secondary education programs leading to Fachhochschulreife and Abitur, continuing education for professionals, and dual study programs combined with the affiliated DIPLOMA Hochschule private university. Supporting services include student dormitories at select locations and an online campus platform.

Product overview

Bernd Blindow Gruppe operates a network of vocational schools and professional training institutions across Germany. The portfolio consists of approximately 18 vocational training programs spanning three main areas: Health & Social Services (including PTA, physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, education, cosmetics, massage), Graphics & Design (graphic design, fashion design, technical design assistance), and Nature & Technology (biological, chemical, IT, and environmental technical assistance). The offering includes secondary education programs leading to Abitur or FH-Reife (Fachhochschulreife), dual study programs in partnership with DIPLOMA Hochschule enabling simultaneous vocational and university qualifications, and continuing education programs for professionals. Supporting services include student dormitories and an online campus platform. The schools are located at 19 nationwide locations including Aalen, Bad Oeynhausen, Bad Sooden-Allendorf, Baden-Baden, Berlin, Bonn, Bückeburg, Friedrichshafen, Hamburg, Hannover, Heilbronn, Kassel, Leipzig, Mannheim, Munich, Ravensburg, Schwentinental/Kiel, and Ulm.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pharmazeutisch-technische Assistenz (PTA) 2.5-year vocational training program to become a state-certified pharmaceutical technical assistant, including 6 months of paid internship in a pharmacy. Covers pharmaceutical subjects including chemistry, drug science, and pharmacy practice.
• Physiotherapie (Physiotherapy) 3-year full-time vocational training program to become a state-certified physiotherapist. Combines theoretical instruction with practical rotations in hospitals and rehabilitation facilities.
• Logopädie (Speech Therapy) 3-year vocational training program to become a state-certified speech therapist. Includes theoretical training and clinical placements for diagnosing and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Ergotherapie (Occupational Therapy)

Quantifiable outcome

• Students often receive job offers during their training in healthcare professions
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• DIPLOMA HochschulecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDIPLOMA Hochschule is part of the Bernd Blindow Group, offering over 40 study programs including dual studies combined with vocational training. Enables students to obtain both vocational qualification and Bachelor's degree. Programs include Health (Physiotherapy, Ergotherapy, Logopädie), Social Work, Education, Business, and Design. Study centers in Berlin, Bonn, Hamburg, Hannover, and Munich.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• SRH (Stiftung Rehabilitation Heidelberg): Operates private universities, vocational schools, and rehabilitation clinics across Germany. Overlaps with Bernd Blindow's dual study programs and healthcare training portfolio as part of a broader, more diversified education group.
• FOM Hochschule: Germany's largest private university, particularly strong in dual study programs (ausbildungsbegleitend/duales Studium). Most direct competitor to DIPLOMA Hochschule's combined vocational-academic pathway.
• Hochschule Fresenius / IU Internationale Hochschule: Large private German higher education institution offering Bachelor's/Master's degrees with vocational-adjacent programs (health, social work). Comparable to DIPLOMA Hochschule, the university subsidiary of Bernd Blindow.

Direct peers

• Ludwig Fresenius Schulen: Part of the Fresenius Group, this operator runs vocational schools focused on healthcare training (Physiotherapy, PTA, Ergotherapie, Logopädie)—heavily overlapping with Bernd Blindow's healthcare program portfolio and serving the same 16-25 student demographic.
• Eckert Schulen: One of Germany's largest private vocational education providers, offering similar Ausbildung programs in healthcare, technical, and commercial fields across multiple locations. Directly comparable in program mix, funding model, and target student segments.
• DAA Deutsche Angestellten-Akademie: Large German private education provider with vocational retraining and continuing education programs. Comparable in adult education and Bildungsgschein-funded offerings, with nationwide coverage similar to Bernd Blindow's footprint.
• MaxQ (BFS) Berufsfachschulen: German operator of vocational schools focused on healthcare training (nursing, therapy, medical assistance). Comparable to Bernd Blindow's PTA/Physiotherapy/Logopädie programs with similar state-funding reliance.
• WBS Training: Private vocational training and continuing education provider in Germany with strong focus on Bildungsgschein-funded programs. Comparable in funding model (state-subsidized retraining) and adult/career-changer customer segments.

Others

• TÜV Rheinland Akademie: Vocational and continuing education arm of TÜV Rheinland, offering technical and IT certifications. Comparable to Bernd Blindow's ITA, BTA, and CTA technical programs though with a stronger corporate B2B focus.

Regional players

• DAA Bildungsgesellschaft: Part of the DAA group, focused specifically on healthcare and social profession vocational training in Germany. Comparable program focus though with somewhat different geographic emphasis.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/BlindowGruppe
• Facebookfacebook.com/blindow.de
• Instagraminstagram.com/bernd_blindow_gruppe
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bernd-blindow-schulen-hannover

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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