In the application process for non-degree teacher qualification studies based on a decision on the recognition, you can apply to complete the Finnish-language early childhood education teacher, class teacher, special needs teacher and subject teacher studies arranged by the Faculty of Educational Sciences required by the recognition decision.
These studies and information regarding them are only available in Finnish. If you have questions, please contact: siltavuori-student@helsinki.fi.
Supplementary Special Needs Teacher studies in English
Applying to Special Needs Teacher studies (in english) for persons who have received a decision issued by the Finnish National Agency for Education on the recognition of their degree or studies.
If you have a degree of Special needs teacher/ Special Education required by your work position and the recognition mentioned above, where there is 15 credits maximum to complete, you can contact siltavuori-student@helsinki.fi to hear more. There might be a possibility to apply for the Special Needs Teacher studies in English, if you meet the certain applying criteria.
Higher Education Advice for Immigrants
The University of Helsinki offers immigrants advice, coaching and training that improves their chances of being admitted to study at a university and qualifying for their own field. Read more about services for immigrants on the University of Helsinki website.
Read more about the decision on the recognition of a degree or studies on the Finnish National Agency for Education website.