Taitojen silta – Course Content and Scope 10 ECTS

The studies are daytime studies: Monday to Friday, approximately 9 AM to 3 PM. You will receive the timetable at the beginning of the course.

I Finnish as a second language, 3-4 ECTS
- 60 hours of instruction and 21 hours of independent work.
- Develop participants' Finnish language skills, especially for everyday communication situations and skills needed in working life.

II Finnish society and culture, 1 ECTS
- 20 hours of instruction and 7 hours of independent work.
- Introduce participants to Finnish society, culture, and values.

III Digital skills and mathematics, 1.5 ECTS
- 30 hours of instruction and 10 hours of independent work.
- Improve participants' digital skills and basic mathematics knowledge as needed.

IV Work Skills, Job Application and Further Studies, 1 ECTS
- 20 hours of teaching and 7 hours of independent work.
- Prepare participants for the requirements of Finnish working life and studying.

V Handicrafts and Creativity, 1-2 ECTS
- 27 hours.
- Provide opportunities for creative expression and skill development.

VI Hygiene Passport, 0.5 ECTS
- 12 hours.
- Complete the hygiene passport test and obtain a hygiene passport.

VII Physical Activity and Workplace Wellbeing, 1-2 ECTS
- 20 hours of teaching and 7 hours of independent work.
- Encourage participants to adopt an active lifestyle. Promote participants' workplace wellbeing and encourage engagement in hobbies.

VIII Adult Work Experience (TET), 1 ECTS
- 20 hours of teaching and 7 hours of independent work.
- Provide the opportunity to get to know and gain practical experience of Finnish working life.