Flagship course
Probation Period Essentials
A structured path through German Probezeit: what to read in your contract, how to run mid-point talks, and how to keep records that stay factual under pressure.
Learning outcomes
- Build a personal probation calendar with notice and feedback checkpoints.
- Draft a mid-point agenda that asks for criteria without escalating tone.
- Maintain an evidence log that separates facts from interpretations.
- Recognize when educational guidance ends and licensed counsel should begin.
Informational price: €210 course-only · or included in the Probation Map package on Pricing.
Modules
1. Contract landmarks without panic
Locate probation length, notice language, and any company policies that sit beside the statute.
2. Weeks 1–4: access, tools, and early asks
Capture missing support early so later reviews do not rewrite history.
3. Mid-point conversations that produce criteria
Agenda templates for employees and a parallel set for managers.
4. Evidence log clinic
Short weekly entries, sample phrases, and what to leave out.
5. When the window tightens
Decision trees for conversion uncertainty, role changes, and dignified exits.
Instructor
Dr. Helena Vogt designs Pro Automation’s probation curriculum. She has facilitated employment consultation workshops for Bavarian HR teams and international hires adjusting to German workplace norms. She teaches in English and collaborates with external counsel when a case leaves the educational lane.
Reviews from this course
Module 3’s agenda stopped my mid-point meeting from becoming a vague pep talk. I still found Module 5 dense — I needed a second pass — but the calendar worksheet is now on my fridge.
Rating: 5 / 5
Clear about limitations. That honesty made the rest of the material easier to trust.
FAQ
Is this legal advice for German employment law?
No. The course explains common landmarks and consultation habits. Your contract, works council rules, and individual facts can change the analysis. For representation, contact a licensed attorney.
How long does the course take?
Most learners finish in five to seven focused hours across two weeks, plus time for the evidence log practice.
What is a real limitation of this program?
We do not customize modules to every Tarifvertrag or industry agreement. If your workplace uses a dense collective framework, treat the course as a scaffold and verify clause-level details with HR or counsel.
Can managers and employees take the same course?
Yes. Modules label which worksheets belong to which role so you do not mix scripts.