A free Course on Finnish Working Life

Join Start to Finnish – A Course on Finnish Working Life 

We are excited to announce the chance to participate in a new online course titled "Start to Finnish”. This self-learning experience is designed exclusively for forward-thinking students eager to understand the nuances of the culture, practices, and legislation of working in Finland.

Course Duration & Structure:

The pilot of the course will run for 8 weeks. Each week, a new learning module or task page will be unlocked, allowing you to delve into different stages of career development at your own pace:

                          Now: Course registration and Welcome-page are open! 

                          28^th October: Features of Finnish society orientation module opens

                          4^th November: When looking for work module opens

                          11^th November: When starting work module opens

                          18^th November: When working module opens

                          25^th November: When work ends module and Feedback-page open

                          Time to complete the course and download your certificate!

                          16^th December: The course platform closes

Mandatory tasks

To receive a certificate of completion from the course, you will need to complete the following tasks:

• One mandatory Your turn -task per module (5 in total)
• Reflect on what you have learned at the end of each module
• Complete the course feedback at the end of the course

Even though there are no joint lectures during the course, Your turn -tasks will provide the opportunity to connect with peers from +15 different universities or universities of applied sciences in Finland. The course encourages discussion and sharing experiences, and we utilize AI to bind these discussions together. All discussions are also moderated, and your privacy has been taken into account.

Additionally, Akava will host weekly Coffee Breaks online. You can join Akava and other students online and chat about that week’s topics. These sessions are a voluntary addition to the course.  

Why Participate?

- Prepare for the future by deepening your understanding of the Finnish work environment.

- Flexible learning that fits around your schedule, accessible anywhere with an internet connection.

- Certificate of completion, showcasing your initiative and willingness to learn beyond the traditional curriculum.

- Student testimonials: The course was rated as 9/10 by our pilot participants! They additionally described the course as exceptionally valuable and comprehensive learning opportunity.

Requirements for Participation:

You can be at any stage of your Bachelor’s or Master’s studies to participate in the course. You only need an internet connection, a mobile device or computer access, and interest in learning more about Finnish working life. 

You can also be a PhD student to attend the course, but please do notice that many of the topics covered are not directly applicable to working towards your degree.

Enrollment Details:

Secure your spot by the enrollment deadline: 28th October 2024. 

Enroll now and take the first step towards expanding your knowledge and potential in the Finnish working environment. You can enroll to the course with your HAKA-login by clicking the following link: https://start-to-finnish-autumn2024.in.howspace.com/ External link

Further Information:

The course is moderated and designed by Akava, the Confederation of Unions for Professional and Managerial Staff in Finland, in co-operation with universities and universities of applied sciences across the country. For additional questions, please contact the course admin Jutta Linna (E-mail: jutta.linna@akava.fi).