Become a social- and health care apprentice in Fredericia Municipality

We are seeking apprentices aged 25 and over for employment from Foundation Course 2 in the Social- and Health Education program

Do you want a job where you help make a difference for other people every day, where you build relationships with each individual citizen? Then the Social- and Health Education program might be for you?

During the education you will learn to work independently and reflect in a daily routine where two days are never the same.

Employment with salary during Foundation Course 2 and the rest of the education with start on 19 January 2027 at the Social- and Health School.

The education program

• 19 January – 28 June 2027: Foundation Course 2 at the Social- and Health School
• Holiday: week 7, 3 days in week 12 and 7 May 2027 unpaid holiday or on-the-job training
• 5 July 2027 the Main Course SSA/SSH starts at the Social- and Health School
• Intro meeting 14 January 2027 at 13:00 – 15:00, invitation will be sent upon admission to the education program.

Everything you need to know and do before you can apply

To start the education you must

Apply for admission to Foundation Course 2 on optagelse.dk , to obtain an admission document

If you are 25 years or older when you start the Foundation Course, you must undergo a recognition of prior learning (RKV), after which you will receive a competence certificate – contact the SOSU school to get an appointment.

NOTE: You can only send your application once you have received the admission document and competence certificate , as these must be attached to be considered for an apprenticeship position.

To be admitted to the program starting with Foundation Course 2, if you meet the following admission requirements

You must have passed Danish and Mathematics at a level corresponding to 9th grade in the Danish public school. If you do not have this, you can attend an admission test by contacting the SOSU School. Remember to attach documentation when you apply.

About the education and the job

As a social- and health apprentice you begin the education with Foundation Course 2 at SOSU School followed by either SSH or SSA track, see more about the two tracks at www.sosufvh.dk

What you can expect from us

• We plan your progression from the start and arrange training sites where you get a fixed educational supervisor who follows you all the way
• You will meet engaged training supervisors who support you in everyday life
• We cover transportation costs to school if you live more than 10 km away
• You receive pay throughout the education – and holidays as planned.

What we expect from you

• You are reliable and want to work with people
• You actively participate in your own learning and development
• You are independent, curious and have a positive attitude
• You can reflect on what you experience in everyday life
• You can ride a bicycle – we use cycling in training

The practical details

Adult pay and crediting

If you are over 25 and can document 1 year of relevant work experience you can receive adult pay, which corresponds to about 24,000 DKK per month. To be admitted to adult pay you must also submit the filled form: Application form for adult apprentice pay

If you have experience in the field, you can have some time shaved off your education by completing and sending this form: Employer statement for training credit

Adult apprentice wage

If you do not have relevant work experience but are over 25, you can explore the possibility of receiving an adult apprentice wage by contacting your Job Center. If you are eligible for adult apprentice grants, you will receive a preliminary assessment from the job center, which you should attach to your application.

Work and residence permit

If you are a citizen outside the EU, you must have a valid work and residence permit. Attach documentation when applying for the position.

Want to know more

If you would like further information, you can read more on the Social- and Health School's website www.sosufvh.dk

Contact Senada Dzafic, 4128 3852 / Mette Østergaard, 4117 0817, or by email: [email protected]

Need help sending your application

You can get help and guidance to apply, upload documents and send your application.

We help you at the Social- and Health School in Fredericia, Mosegårdsvej 2, 7000 Fredericia.

You can find us in the foyer by the library, every Thursday 13:00–15:00.

We only accept applications submitted online and can only receive Word or PDF files.

Employment interviews

There will be interviews in September - November 2026.

Responses regarding admission to the January 2027 cohort will be given continuously but no later than 18 December 2026.

Fredericia Municipality encourages everyone to apply for the position regardless of gender, age, or ethnic background.

In connection with employment there will be a requirement for a criminal record check.

Application deadline

This is a fixed posting with ongoing admission.

For employment from 19 January 2027 the application must be submitted no later than 27 November 2026.