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 for a Finnish Expert in Health and Social Care for the EuroSkills Herning 2025 Competition
A call for applications for Finnish Experts for the EuroSkills Herning 2025 Competition took place in spring 2024. We are now launching a call for applications in the skill of Health and Social Care, as the Chief Expert previously nominated for the skill is now unable to take part in the Competition. The application period ends on 23 August 2024.
9.8.2024
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Seeking solutions to the skills shortage at SuomiAreena
Skills Finland and AMKE are jointly organizing a discussion event titled "Seeking Solutions to the Skills Shortage – Vocational Dreams vs. Reality." The event will take place at Porin SuomiAreena on the City Hall stage on Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM.
17.6.2024
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Brahe Education Centre is the Skills Actor of the Year
Skills Finland's awards committee chose Brahe Education Centre as the Skills Actor of the Year, which has shown that even small education providers can actively develop competition activities.
14.6.2024
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Taitaja awards encourage entrepreneurship, sustainable development, occupational safety and well-being at work
At the Taitaja2024 event, Fashion Technology, Horse Care and Cleaning Services received challenge awards for common themes.
3.6.2024
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PRESS RELEASE: Finland's top skilled professionals awarded at Taitaja Competition
The Finnish National Championships in vocational skills have been awarded today. Max Miettunen, the winner of the property management category, was named the overall best competitor, Taitajien Taitaja.
23.5.2024
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PRESS RELEASE: Taitaja2024 event opens today
Nearly two years of work will be unveiled and experienced at the opening ceremony of the Taitaja2024 competition on Monday, May 20, 2024, at 2 PM at Olvi Arena in Kuopio. Taitaja2024 offers side events: at the event market, you can explore partners' activities, and seminars will feature topical discussions.
20.5.2024
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National Skills Competition Taitaja2024 in Kuopio 20-23 May 2024
The National Skills Competition Taitaja will take place in the Kuopio Hall and Savo Vocational College (Savilahti Campus) this May. The event is open to everyone and free of charge. We invite everyone interested in vocational education and training to come and explore the competition and Finnish VET education.
14.5.2024
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Competitor search for EuroSkills Herning 2025
Finland is now assembling its national team for the EuroSkills. Competitor selection will take place from May to September 2024.
30.4.2024
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Application for organizing the Taitaja2025 semifinals
The goal is to have semifinals organized widely across different educational institutions throughout Finland. The application deadline is May 7, 2024.
2.4.2024
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Additional Reinforcements at Skills Finland
Juho Viitanen started earlier this year as a part-time Special Needs Advisor. Samuil Uzunov will be completing his civilian service at Skills Finland for this year. Sari Mäenpää will continue in her role as the Competition Manager.
28.3.2024