#BGBl. 2025 I Nr. 157Regulation on the Master Craftsman Examination in Parts I and II in the Optician Trade
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This regulation, published in the German Federal Law Gazette on 11 July 2025, updates and reorganizes the master craftsman examination (Meisterprüfung) for the optician trade (Augenoptiker-Handwerk). It revises the structure, content, and requirements for Parts I and II of the examination, which are mandatory for individuals seeking to become master opticians and operate independent businesses in Germany. The changes align the examination with current professional standards, technological developments in optometry, and updated pedagogical approaches. The ordinance was issued by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and enters into force following its publication.
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Key Changes
- Reorganization of the master examination structure specifically for Parts I and II in the optician trade
- Update of examination content to reflect current technological and professional standards in optometry
- Revision of examination procedures and requirements for obtaining the master craftsman title
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