Preparatory Education for Vocational Training “TUVA”
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The main aim of the preparatory education is to find the right vocational field for each student and to provide and prepare them with skills needed to start their studies at a vocational college. The preparatory education period lasts from 6 and 12 months, and is conducted entirely in Finnish.
Before starting upper secondary vocational education and training, immigrant students can complete a short period of pre-vocational preparatory education. The programme helps to improve Finnish language skills and other abilities needed for studying according to an individual study plan.
Duration and Language Requirements
The preparatory education period lasts from 6 and 12 months, and is conducted entirely in Finnish. The average number of teaching and guidance is 20 hours per week.
We organise language tests for non-native Finnish speakers during the application period. The applicant’s Finnish language has to be at level A2.1.
Structure and Contents of the Studies
Every student is provided with an individual study plan. The education includes career guidance, special needs support, study guidance, and familiarisation with working life through workplace visits and on-the-job learning.
It also includes familiarisation with different fields of vocational education at vocational colleges.
Students can also study mathematics, health education, and languages (Finnish as a second language, English, and Swedish).
Application procedure
Please find more information on TUVA and the application procedure at Studyinfo.