[en] The requirements for the basic and additional qualifications of nuclear power plant workers in the GDR are provided by legal and intra-plant regulations. In addition to basic training at universities, colleges and vocational schools, theoretical and practical training is also necessary. At regular intervals refresher courses and examinations are necessary. Managerial staff whose range of responsibility includes radiation protection regulations and radiation protection and medical officers must have s State Certificate in Radiation Protection. The courses are held by the Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Board of the GDR. The requirements for the basic qualifications as well as the necessary additional and refresher training are described. (author)