berufsbegleitend
Translation
part-time (while working), in-service, extra-occupational
Examples
Er macht ein berufsbegleitendes Studium.
He is doing a part-time degree while working.
Der Kurs wird berufsbegleitend angeboten.
The course is offered on a part-time basis for working professionals.
Grammar Patterns
[as an adjective before a noun] part-time, in-service He is doing a part-time degree while working.
Similar Words
nebenberuflich (part-time, as a secondary job)
Etymology
From 'Beruf' (profession) + 'begleitend' (accompanying). Literally 'profession-accompanying'.
Memory Tips
Imagine your studies or training walking alongside ('begleiten') your main job ('Beruf').