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HWK
Abbreviation for Handwerkskammer
In short and in plain language
The HWK is the chamber of skilled crafts in a German region.
It keeps the list of trade firms. It also runs exams.
It also checks training from abroad for jobs in the trades.
Definition
HWK is the German short form of Handwerkskammer, the chamber of skilled crafts. It is the regional self-governing body of the skilled trades and keeps the trade register. It also organises examinations and decides on the recognition of foreign qualifications in skilled trades.