Forecast: Number of Health Care Assistants Employed in Hospitals in Germany

In 2023, the number of healthcare assistants employed in hospitals in Germany stood at approximately 59,000 full-time equivalents (FTEs). According to forecasts, this figure will reach 61,780 FTEs in 2024. The subsequent years see consistent growth, with expected employment of 64,940 FTEs in 2025, rising to 74,240 FTEs by 2028. This indicates a robust year-on-year increase in demand for healthcare assistants in the range of 4-5%. Over the forecasted period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be around 4.9%.

Future trends to monitor:

• Increasing aging population driving demand for hospital-based care.
• Technological advancements optimizing but not necessarily reducing the need for human labor in healthcare.
• Policy changes impacting healthcare workforce planning and required skills.