Voucher for Finnish Language Training

The Voucher for Finnish Language Training supports both Finnish language studies and the provision of Finnish language training. The aim of the service is to increase the availability of Finnish language training and to enable clients to participate in studies that match their language proficiency level and individual needs.

Through the voucher scheme, educational institutions can offer Finnish language training courses or study places to clients of Turku Employment and Business Services. The voucher can be used for Finnish language training provided by institutions such as folk high schools, adult education centres, workers’ institutes, and summer universities. Clients can participate in studies that correspond to their language proficiency level and needs, helping them develop their Finnish language skills for education, employment, and everyday life. The training is free of charge for students.

The voucher covers the portion of the training costs that is not funded through the statutory government subsidy system. Compensation is paid to the service provider based on the number of completed study credits. Educational institutions that do not receive government funding may also apply to become service providers if they wish to offer training through the voucher scheme.

The Voucher for Finnish Language Training may be granted to clients of Turku Employment and Business Services who need Finnish language training to strengthen their language skills. The training is intended for individuals who are no longer eligible for integration training.

Training funded through the voucher may be provided by institutions such as folk high schools, adult education centres, workers’ institutes, and summer universities. The training offered by a service provider must support the learning of Finnish and help participants, for example, in their studies, working life, and everyday interactions.

Instructions for Service Providers

1. Please read the information and rules in the service rulebook on the Finnish Language Training Voucher page at turku.fi before submitting a binding registration.
2. If you wish to provide Finnish language training through the voucher scheme, register as a service provider via the electronic service channel.
3. Approved service providers will receive further instructions on topics such as adding courses to the training calendar, directing clients to language proficiency tests, and using the Training Portal.

Instructions for individual customers

1. An employment services specialist will assess your situation and, if necessary, refer you to Finnish language training.
2. At the beginning of the training, you will be invited to an information session and a language proficiency test. Based on the test results, you will be placed in a group that matches your current level of Finnish language skills.