Facing a shortage in employees in elderly care, Denmark prepares reception package for internationals

In 10 years, Denmark may lack 15,000 social and health workers. Minister for the Elderly Mette Kierkgaard is preparing to hire many internationals, especially from India and the Philippines.

The government’s projections show that there is an urgent need for thousands of social and health assistants and helpers. (photo: Judy Schmidt)

The Copenhagen Post

May 6, 2025

The Danish population is aging.This creates a great need for health professionals who can care for and nurture the increasing proportion of elderly people in Denmark.The government’s projections show that there is an urgent need for thousands of social and health assistants and helpers.Media: Collective agreement terms may lead to more international labor in Denmark“We […]

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The government’s projections show that there is an urgent need for thousands of social and health assistants and helpers. (photo: Judy Schmidt)

Facing a shortage in employees in elderly care, Denmark prepares reception package for internationals

In 10 years, Denmark may lack 15,000 social and health workers. Minister for the Elderly Mette Kierkgaard is preparing to hire many internationals, especially from India and the Philippines.
Government wants new strong restrictions on internationals without legal stay

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Turkish community events are gaining ground in Denmark’s professional scene

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Denmark opens 800 new spots to attract international students

The Syddansk University (SDU) will establish English-taught programs in computer science and engineering as of 2026. The government’s plan is to attract international students to fill the gap between the companies’ demands and the lack of skilled workers in these fields in Denmark
Media: Collective agreement terms may lead to more international labor in Denmark

The governing parties have been negotiating internally for some time on a proposal to attract more international labor to Denmark. According to media outlets, a proposal is almost due
Foreign students in unaccredited courses lose right to work, search for a job, and bring family

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The government’s projections show that there is an urgent need for thousands of social and health assistants and helpers. (photo: Judy Schmidt)

Facing a shortage in employees in elderly care, Denmark prepares reception package for internationals

In 10 years, Denmark may lack 15,000 social and health workers. Minister for the Elderly Mette Kierkgaard is preparing to hire many internationals, especially from India and the Philippines.
Media: Collective agreement terms may lead to more international labor in Denmark

The governing parties have been negotiating internally for some time on a proposal to attract more international labor to Denmark. According to media outlets, a proposal is almost due
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