For the sectoral license according to the Heilpraktikergesetz in the field of psychotherapy, it is possible to carry out the examination of knowledge and skills for applicants who

a) may hold the academic degree of Diplom-Psychologin or Diplom-Psychologen awarded by a domestic university or a domestic university recognized as equivalent or have a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in psychology and have completed additional training in psychotherapy or

b) have a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in psychology with a focus on clinical psychology and psychotherapy and

c) provide credible written assurance that they wish to work exclusively in the field of psychotherapy.

For the sectoral license in accordance with the Heilpraktikergesetz in the field of physiotherapy, a decision can be made on the basis of the files, waiving the examination, if the applicant, who is in possession of a license to use the professional title of physiotherapist in accordance with Section 1 Para. 1 No. 2 MPhG, has successfully completed a post-qualification course which provides evidence of the knowledge required to make an independent initial diagnosis in contrast to the activities of doctors and persons generally working as alternative practitioners. The decision is made by the health authority after reviewing all certificates and other evidence of completed courses of study and additional training.

The minimum requirements for post-qualification can be found in the guidelines below.

For the sectoral license in accordance with the Heilpraktikergesetz in the field of speech therapy, a decision can be made on the basis of the files, waiving the examination, if the applicant, who is in possession of a license to use the professional title of speech therapist in accordance with Section 1 (1) LogopG, has successfully completed a post-qualification course which provides evidence of the knowledge required to make an independent initial diagnosis in contrast to the activities of doctors and persons generally working as alternative practitioners. The decision is made by the health authority after reviewing all certificates and other evidence of completed courses of study and additional training.

The minimum requirements for post-qualification can be found in the guidelines below.

For the sectoral license in accordance with the Heilpraktikergesetz in the field of podiatry, a decision can be made on the basis of the files, waiving the examination, if the applicant, who is in possession of a license to use the professional title of podiatrist in accordance with Section 1 (1) PodG, has successfully completed a post-qualification course which provides evidence of the knowledge required to make an independent initial diagnosis in contrast to the activities of doctors and persons generally working as alternative practitioners. The decision is made by the health authority after reviewing all certificates and other evidence of completed courses of study and additional training.

The minimum requirements for post-qualification can be found in the guidelines below.

If the relevant requirements are not met, a limited review of knowledge and skills must be carried out when applying for a sectoral license.

The following documents must be submitted to the health authority for a decision based on the file and for participation in the oral and written review procedure of the Lower Saxony State Office for Social Affairs, Youth and Family:

1. Application stating the location where the establishment is planned.
2. Brief curriculum vitae
3. Birth certificate or an excerpt from the parents' family register or an excerpt from the family register kept for the marriage
4. Proof of the applicant's nationality (nationality card, only in cases of doubt, otherwise identity card or passport)
5. Official certificate of good conduct, which must have been issued no earlier than one month prior to submission (to be applied for at the Citizens' Services, Town Hall B)
6. Medical certificate, issued no earlier than one month prior to submission, stating that there are no indications that the applicant is incapable or unsuitable of practicing the profession of alternative practitioner due to physical infirmity, weakness of mental or physical strength or addiction
7. Proof of completed school education
8. A declaration as to whether the applicant is the subject of pending criminal proceedings or a public prosecutor's investigation
9. A statement as to whether an application for authorization to practice as a non-medical practitioner has already been submitted and, if so, when and where

Additionally, in the case of a decision based on the file

• Permission to use the professional title
• Proof of courses of study, additional training and training courses

Only certified copies may be submitted.

The minimum age for participation in the examination is 25 years.

Once the documents have been checked, the health authority will register the applicant with the expert committee of the Lower Saxony State Office for Social Affairs, Youth and Family. Direct registration by the applicant is not possible.

The written part of the examination takes place on the third Wednesday in March and the second Wednesday in October. The deadline for submitting the documents to the health authority is regularly January 15 (March examination) and August 15 (October examination).