News and press releases
On this page, we provide information on topical issues. We also publish key press releases as news. All our media releases can be found in STT's newsroom (in Finnish).
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Call for applications: Expert search for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
We are now looking for Experts to serve as judges and specialists in the next WorldSkills competition. The application deadline is March 31, 2025.
18.2.2025
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Team Finland aims for success in EuroSkills Herning 2025
Finland's skills team consists of 18 top professionals in their respective fields. They will compete against other European professionals this autumn in Denmark at the EuroSkills Herning 2025 competition.
14.2.2025
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Over 1800 vocational students compete in Taitaja2025 semifinals
The Finnish national skills competition Taitaja's semifinal week will be held from January 27 to 31, 2025, across Finland. There are over 1800 semifinalists.
28.1.2025
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Top Performers Featured in an Informational Clip
This week, an informational clip produced by Skills Finland is being shown on the YLE1 channel, featuring three exceptional students who chose vocational education.
27.1.2025
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Skills Finland Board 2025
At its first meeting of the year, the Skills Finland Board elected a Vice Chair and the Working Committee. Additionally, a committee was appointed to prepare rule amendments and an awards committee was established.
24.1.2025
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Competition Directors Selected for the 2027 Abilympics and Taitaja Competitions
Preparations for the 2027 major event are progressing. The competition directors and the core team will begin their work in the spring of 2025.
15.1.2025
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Aapo Paunonen joins WorldSkills Champions Trust
For the first time, a Finnish Champion has been selected for the WorldSkills Champions Trust.
15.1.2025
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We are participating in the Vocational Skills Block at Educa
Nine vocational institutions, Skills Finland, and OAJ’s vocational teachers will be present at the Vocational Skills Block in Educa. The block features its own Osaava stage, where visitors can learn about success stories in vocational education and training.
15.1.2025
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Materials for Career Guidance – Well-known presenter Aron Syrjä Explores Vocational Education
A 20-minute video and accompanying tasks, designed for use in career guidance classes, encourage lower secondary school students to consider their vocational paths.
10.1.2025
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