The decision states what teaching post you will be eligible for after completing the adaptation period or the aptitude test.
You can usually decide whether to complete the adaptation period or the aptitude test. If the adaptation period or the aptitude test is the only option or if you have to complete them both, this is stated in the decision.
Adaptation period
Complete the adaptation period by working in your profession in Finland. The decision determines the position in which you have to complete the adaptation period and how long the period will be. You must find a workplace where you can complete the adaptation period yourself.
Request a certificate of completion of the adaptation period. The certificate must indicate
- the content of the position
- the job title in Finnish or Swedish and a description of the work tasks
- the subjects taught if you are a subject teacher
- the average number of weekly teaching hours
- the number of weekly teaching hours by subject if you are a subject teacher
- the details of the employer
- the start and end dates of the adaptation period
Aptitude test
In the aptitude test, you demonstrate that you have the knowledge and skills required to work in your profession in Finland.
Finnish National Agency for Education's decision determines the subject areas covered by the aptitude test.
The higher education institution may charge a fee for arranging the test.