telc exam Deutsch B2+ Beruf B2
With the telc German B2 Beruf certificate (officially telc Deutsch B2+ Beruf), you demonstrate an advanced command of the German language, proving your ability to communicate confidently and appropriately in workplace and business environments.
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Upcoming Exam Dates
Here are the currently available dates at our test center in Frankfurt.
Test Center Location
Schöne Sprache – Das Institut (telc Prüfungszentrum)
Gräfstraße 85
60487 Frankfurt am Main
Examination Fees
Complete Exam: €250
Partial Exam (Written or Oral only): Not available. For this specific exam format, separate partial tests cannot be booked.
Exam Structure & Process
The telc B2 Profession Exam evaluates your advanced German proficiency with a strict focus on the corporate world. All topics and required vocabulary are grounded in everyday professional situations. The test assesses both receptive and productive skills through a written and an oral section.
Written Examination
The written segment consists of four distinct parts: Reading Comprehension, Language Elements, Listening Comprehension, and Written Expression. There is a mandatory 20-minute break during this portion of the exam.
Reading: 60 minutes
In this subtest, candidates engage with profession-specific texts and complete various exercises, such as multiple-choice questions or matching tasks.
Language Elements (30 minutes)
This section assesses your command of grammar and vocabulary specifically within a business and professional context.
Listening (approx. 30 minutes)
Candidates listen to a range of audio recordings based on everyday workplace scenarios and subsequently answer related comprehension questions.
Oral Examination (20 minutes)
Typically conducted as a paired exam with two candidates, this section requires you to discuss work-related topics. The primary focus is on direct interaction and communicative exchange between you and your partner. You will receive 20 minutes of preparation time prior to the exam.
Key Exam Features
This is a traditional, paper-based exam. Successful candidates are awarded the telc German B2 Profession certificate, officially validating their ability to communicate independently in professional settings. Please note: Taking only the written or only the oral portion is not permitted for this test.
Study Materials & Preparation

We recommend utilizing official practice tests and proven textbooks to ensure you are fully prepared—whether you are studying independently at home or within a language course.
Use the mock exam and accompanying audio files to simulate realistic test conditions.
The manual provides a complete set of tasks, an answer key, and detailed insights into how your written and oral performance will be evaluated in a professional context.
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