During 2026 ja 2027 Taitotalo will offer five different vocational qualifications for international students outside of the EU. This page will update regularly with more information about the qualifications offered, including the schedules of the training programs, price information etc. Please contact our global partners in your country/region directly for more information. Our partner information can be found under "Taitotalo's commissioned training partners."
Vocational qualifications offered
Further Vocational Qualification in Business (Competence area: Sales and Marketing)
Liiketoiminnan ammattitutkinto in Finnish. This qualification is currently for sale by Edunation for 10500 euros. Please contact Edunation for more information.
Download the printable brochure on the qualification in PDF format (13 Mb).
Further Vocational Qualification in Cleaning and Property Services (Competence area: Site Facilities Operator)
This qualification is offered in English language, puhtaus- ja kiinteistönhoitolan ammattitutkinto in Finnish. This qualification will go for sale in late 2026.
Vocational Qualification in Social and Health Care, Practical Nurse (Competence Areas: Elderly Care and Children's and Youth Education and Care)
Sosiaali- ja terveysalan perustutkinto in Finnish, lähihoitaja. This qualification will go for sale in the spring of 2026.
Further Vocational Qualification in Building Maintenance Technology (Competence area: Plumbing)
Talotekniikan perustutkinto in Finnish. This qualification will go for sale in late 2026.
Vocational Qualification in Logistics (Competence area: Intralogistics)
This qualification is offered in English, logistiikan perustutkinto in Finnish. This qualification will go for sale in late 2026.
How to Apply to Taitotalo’s Vocational Qualification Programs from outside of the EU or ETA
1. Get in touch with the agent in your area listed on Taitotalo’s website as an official partner for marketing the qualification.
2. The agent will provide guidance, answer your questions, and conduct an initial pre-assessment.
3. You will have an interview with Taitotalo via Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or another agreed platform.
4. If you meet the requirements, Taitotalo will offer you conditional admission to the program.
5. To confirm your place and fully meet the entry requirements, you will pay the first year’s tuition fee to Taitotalo in full.
6. Once the tuition fee has been paid, you can proceed with your student visa application.
7. If the program is taught in Finnish and includes a language requirement (e.g., A2.1 or A2.2), you should begin Finnish studies early and prepare to demonstrate the required level. Some programs are taught in English and do not require Finnish. We still encourage all students moving to Finland to learn at least basic Finnish, as it can be a significant advantage in the job market. Taitotalo and other providers offer Finnish courses and language tests; please note that these costs are not included in the tuition fee.
8. After your student visa is granted, you can plan your arrival in Finland and begin your studies.
