Private Berufsakademie Passau

What Private Berufsakademie Passau does

Private Berufsakademie für Aus- und Weiterbildung Passau gGmbH (BAP) is a private vocational education institution headquartered in Passau, Bavaria, operating four schools under a single corporate structure: IT-Schule Passau (Fachinformatiker Anwendungsentwicklung training), Fremdsprachenschule Passau (Fremdsprachenkorrespondent and Euro-Korrespondent programs), Pflegeschulen Passau (generalist nursing, elderly care assistance, and preparatory courses), and a Fort- und Weiterbildung continuing education division. The institution's roots extend back to 1990–1994 when its component schools were established; in 2003, teachers and the local Volkshochschule acquired the schools from the municipal Zweckverband, forming the current private gGmbH structure. BAP serves school graduates, career changers, working professionals seeking upskilling, and approximately 50% of its student body drawn from 43 nationalities including international nursing professionals from Mexico, Vietnam, Ukraine, and Bosnia.

Revenue is generated through tuition fees (collected via SEPA direct debit), supplemented by publicly funded enrollment through AZAV-certified programs channeled via the Bundesagentur für Arbeit and Jobcenter, plus BAMF-funded German integration courses and annual Erasmus+ mobility funding of EUR 90,000–100,000 through 2027. Core technology is conventional edtech: Moodle for learning management and Microsoft Teams for virtual classroom instruction, with hardware infrastructure (smartboards, tablets) funded via the DigitalPakt Schule. The technology stack has no proprietary AI/ML components. BAP holds IHK examination partnerships (IT students outperform national averages at 2.25–2.26 German grade), Erasmus+ experienced-trustee accreditation, and coordinates the 68-member Ausbildungsverbund Pflege nursing training alliance across Passau and surrounding municipalities. Marketing relies on its website, regional press coverage (Passauer Neue Presse), social media, info evenings, and institutional referral pipelines rather than paid acquisition.

Name

Private Berufsakademie Passau

Legal name

Private Berufsakademie für Aus- und Weiterbildung Passau gGmbH

Website

https://berufsakademie-passau.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Private Berufsakademie Passau is a private vocational education institution in Bavaria operating four schools (IT, foreign languages, nursing, continuing education) for school graduates, career changers, and international skilled workers across 43 nationalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Other Schools and Instruction (6116), Technical and Trade Schools (61151)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

General Language Schools & Institutes (EDAMAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Nursing & Allied Health Certification Prep (CNA, EMT/Paramedic, Radiology, Sonography, PT/OT) (EDANAIAB)

Keywords

• Vocational education
• Nursing training
• IT vocational training
• Language school programs
• Continuing education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Passau, Bayern

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Course Fees: Revenue is generated through tuition fees for vocational school programs and professional development courses. Fees vary by program type and are collected primarily via SEPA direct debit. Publicly funded programs through AZAV-certified courses are financed by the Federal Employment Agency for eligible participants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Private Berufsakademie Passau (BAP) operates four private vocational schools under one gGmbH structure: IT-Schule Passau (3-year training to become Fachinformatiker Anwendungsentwicklung certified via IHK examinations), Fremdsprachenschule Passau (2-year programs to become state-certified Fremdsprachenkorrespondent/Euro-Korrespondent), Pflegeschulen Passau (general nursing Pflegefachmann/Pflegefachfrau, elderly care assistance, and preparatory classes), and a Fort- und Weiterbildung division offering continuing education, German language courses for internationals, and credential recognition preparation for foreign-trained nursing professionals.

Product overview

Private Berufsakademie Passau operates as an educational institution offering a portfolio of vocational training programs across four main schools: IT-Schule Passau (IT vocational training), Fremdsprachenschule Passau (foreign language correspondence), Pflegeschulen Passau (nursing and care), and Fort- und Weiterbildung (continuing education). The institution provides full-time vocational training programs lasting 2-3 years, continuing education courses for working professionals, and specialized preparation courses for international credential recognition. All programs are designed to prepare students for state-recognized qualifications and professional certifications, with additional support through Erasmus+ international exchange programs for language students.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT-Schule Passau Three-year vocational training program preparing students for IHK certification as Fachinformatiker Anwendungsentwicklung (IT specialist in application development). Includes ABAP/SAP training via 4process AG and company visits with regional firms such as T.Con GmbH.
• Fremdsprachenschule Passau Two-year vocational training to become state-certified Fremdsprachenkorrespondent or Euro-Korrespondent, with a one-year accelerated option for Abiturienten. Includes international mobility through Erasmus+ partnerships in Ireland, France, and Spain.
• Pflegeschulen Passau Nursing vocational training offering the generalist Pflegefachmann/Pflegefachfrau qualification, Altenpflegehilfe (elderly care assistance), and Vorklasse (preparatory class). Coordinated with the 68-facility Ausbildungsverbund Pflege network for practical placements.
• Fort- und Weiterbildung (Continuing Education) Continuing education and professional development programs including German language courses (Deutsch lernen - Arbeiten in Deutschland), care professional courses, and recognition programs for international qualifications, serving both employed professionals and career changers.
• Vorbereitungskurs Kenntnisprüfung (Knowledge Examination Preparation) Preparation course for the knowledge examination (Kenntnisprüfung) for internationally trained nursing professionals seeking recognition as qualified Pflegefachkraft in Germany; supports foreign nurses from countries including Vietnam, Ukraine, Bosnia, and Mexico.
• Gerontopsychiatrische Weiterbildung Continuing education program qualifying healthcare professionals as specialists in gerontopsychiatric and dementia care, structured over 15 months with 560 instructional hours.
• Verantwortliche Pflegefachkraft (Responsible Nursing Professional) Advanced one-year part-time qualification program with 460 instructional hours preparing graduates for station or department management positions in nursing care facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• IT-School graduates consistently outperform national averages in IHK (Chamber of Commerce) examinations, with class averages of 2.25–2.26 (German grading scale, lower is better).
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs an AZAV-certified provider, BAP partners with the Federal Employment Agency to deliver publicly funded vocational training and continuing education programs. The agency refers eligible job seekers and funds their participation in BAP courses.
• JobcentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBAP collaborates with Jobcenter (municipal employment agencies) to provide AZAV-certified training programs funded through welfare-to-work schemes for unemployed individuals receiving unemployment benefit II (Bürgergeld/Hartz IV).
• Ausbildungsverbund Pflege in Stadt und Landkreis PassaucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA network of 68 nursing homes, senior residences, and care services across Passau and 14 surrounding municipalities. Founded in 2022 to improve training quality in nursing professions through shared standards, coordinated practical training placements, and mutual non-poaching agreements. BAP (specifically the nursing schools) serves as the educational anchor institution.
• Nationale Agentur beim BIBB (Erasmus+ Programme)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBAP has partnered with the National Agency at BIBB for Erasmus+ programme management for over 25 years, enabling international mobility for students (internships in Ireland, France, Spain) and staff. Since 2021, BAP holds experienced-trustee accreditation securing annual funding of 90,000–100,000 EUR through 2027.
• Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge (BAMF)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBAP is an authorized BAMF integration course provider, offering German language courses (Deutsch als Fremdsprache) for migrants and refugees. These courses are funded by BAMF and are a key pathway for integrating international participants into the German labor market.
• VBP – Verband beruflicher PrivatschulenminorOthersBAP is a member of the Association of Private Vocational Schools (VBP), which advocates for the interests of private vocational education providers in Germany and provides professional development and networking opportunities.
• Wirtschaftsforum der Region PassauminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic forum bringing together businesses and educational institutions in the Passau area. BAP participates to strengthen ties with regional employers and align training programs with regional labor market needs.
• Gesundheitsregion plus Passau LandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA regional health network that coordinates healthcare stakeholders in the Passau Land district. BAP's nursing schools participate to align training with regional healthcare workforce needs and foster collaboration with local healthcare providers.
• BBV e.V. – Verein für berufliche BildungminorOthersAssociation for Vocational Education (BBV e.V.) serves as a professional network and advocacy organization for vocational training providers in the region. BAP's affiliation with BBV e.V. provides access to professional resources and represents its interests in the vocational education community.
• IHK Niederbayern (Chamber of Industry and Commerce)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBAP maintains a close partnership with IHK Niederbayern, which conducts and certifies final examinations for IT-School students (Fachinformatiker Anwendungsentwicklung). BAP students consistently outperform IHK Passau, Bavaria, and German averages in these examinations.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DEKRA Akademie: DEKRA Akademie is a large, established German vocational training provider offering programs in IT, healthcare, and language across many locations. Comparable in product breadth but with significantly larger geographic reach than BAP.

Regional players

• IHK Bildungszentrum Niederbayern: The IHK's regional training arm in Niederbayern conducts IHK examinations and offers vocational training in the same region as BAP. Indirect peer via shared IHK examination process and regional employer network.

Direct peers

• Ludwig Fresenius Schulen: A leading German private school group offering vocational training in nursing, therapy, and healthcare support. Highly comparable to BAP's Pflegeschulen in training Pflegefachkräfte and Altenpflegehilfe qualifications.
• maxQ. Berufsakademie: maxQ operates private vocational academies focused on healthcare and nursing training in Germany. Directly comparable in nursing-specific Berufsakademie offerings, AZAV-style funding, and continuing-education for Pflege professionals.
• WBS Training: WBS is a large private vocational training and continuing-education provider in Germany offering AZAV-funded retraining and upskilling. Overlaps with BAP's Fort- und Weiterbildung and IT-school offerings for adult career changers.
• BBQ Bildung und Berufliche Qualifizierung: BBQ is a German vocational education and qualification provider focused on funded retraining and integration programs. Comparable in AZAV-aligned training offerings and migrant integration pathways.
• DAA Deutsche Angestellten-Akademie: DAA is one of Germany's largest private vocational education providers, with programs funded through AZAV and partnerships with the Bundesagentur für Arbeit. Comparable in mission and funding model to BAP.
• Euro-Schulen / ESO Education Group: Euro-Schulen is one of Germany's largest private vocational education groups with programs in nursing, foreign languages, and IT. Closely comparable multi-disciplinary Berufsakademie model with similar shortage-occupation focus.
• SRH Berufsakademie: SRH operates a network of state-recognized private vocational academies across Germany offering dual-study and vocational training programs similar in structure to BAP. Closely comparable as a private Berufsakademie serving school-leavers and career changers.
• FOM Hochschule / FOM Berufsakademie: FOM is one of Germany's largest private higher-education and vocational training providers, with parallel Berufsakademie programs. Comparable in delivering vocational qualifications alongside continuing-education pathways and employer-aligned curricula.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCBrBhmd6fuErZzwlNk-BznA
• Facebookde-de.facebook.com/BerufsakademiePassau
• Instagraminstagram.com/berufsakademiepassau/?hl=de
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/private-berufsakademie-passau

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

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