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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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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Toivo and Inka Continued from Vocational School to Higher Education: "In Practical Work, I’m Ahead of Others"
A vocational qualification provides an opportunity to continue studies at a higher level. Practical Nurse Inka Myyryläinen and Laboratory Technician Toivo Särkkinen have both completed a vocational qualification and directly pursued higher education at a university of applied sciences. Both have also excelled in skills competitions.
5.12.2024
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Development of WorldSkills Occupational Standards Continues
The tasks and requirements in WorldSkills competitions are based on collaboratively defined WorldSkills Occupational Standards (WSOS). Finland plays a strong role in their development.
5.12.2024
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Skills Talk Show 2024 offers inspiration and insights for developing vocational education
Welcome to the virtual Skills Talk Show event on November 28, 2024! The event provides a comprehensive update on the world of vocational education and skills competitions. The event will be held in Finnish.
31.10.2024
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Search for Finland's Team Leader for EuroSkills Herning 2025 is open
Team Finland will compete next in the EuroSkills competition in September 2025. We are now looking for a second team leader for the team. The application is open until November 15, 2024.
29.10.2024
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New articles about artificial intelligence and schools' skills competitions
Read more about the use of artificial intelligence in Taitaja and in educational institutions' own skills competitions.
24.10.2024
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Search for Abilympics competition director is open
We are looking for an Abilympics competition director to be part of the management team that bears the main responsibility for the Abilympics & Taitaja 2027 event. Applications must be submitted 30 October 2024 at the latest.
30.9.2024
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Finland returns to the podium at the World's largest vocational skills competition
The WorldSkills Competition concluded today, Sunday, with an awards ceremony. Toivo Särkkinen from Finland won a silver medal in the skill of Chemical Laboratory Technology. Eleven other Finnish competitors were recognised for their performances with Medallions for Excellence.
15.9.2024