Since 1928 we have been training skilled workers for the electrical and metal trades in Mönchengladbach – hands-on, personal
To retrainingFrom electrical specialist to trainer suitability: short, compact programmes with IHK qualification
To the coursesYour route into industry
Retraining
A recognised IHK qualification in 28 or 16 months – fully funded by the education voucher.
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Combined apprenticeship
Can’t cover every part of the apprenticeship yourself? With us you reach every element of the framework curriculum.
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Further training
Tailored qualification programmes for employees and career changers – on request.
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Electrical specialist for defined activities (EFKffT)
80-hour course: carry out defined electrical tasks safely and professionally.
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Trainer suitability (AEVO)
Full-time course from 9 March 2027, Mon–Fri 9am–4pm – preparation for the IHK exam.
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Industrial master craftsman
Electrical: full-time in 12 months, part-time in 36 months – with IHK qualification.
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Rated 4.8 out of 5Your professions. Your future.
Electronics technician (industrial engineering)
Planning, installation and maintenance of electrical industrial systems.
Find out more →Mechatronics technician
Mechanics, electronics and IT – build and maintain complex systems.
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Cutting machine operator
Precision work on CNC lathes and milling machines – in high demand.
Find out more →Technical product designer
Technical drawings and 3D models at the CAD workstation.
Find out more →Understand in 5 minutes how we train.
See how theory, practice, workshops and personal support work together at our academy.
To retrainingOften at no personal cost.
- ✓ Education voucher (Employment Agency / Jobcentre)
- ✓ Placement voucher / AVGS
- ✓ Personal review of your funding options
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Frank Winkels
Ednana Hofmann-Winkels
Tradition since 1928 – future from today.
Academy Vocational Winkels Hofmann GmbH grew out of the skilled-worker training at Schlafhorst
Modern workshops, experienced trainers and personal support from day one to the final exam.
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