Alanvaihdot
Alanvaihdot are changes of field or sector in which a person works or studies. The term is used in Finnish labor market and education contexts to describe transitions where an individual moves from one occupational area to another, often involving retraining or updating skills. Alanvaihto can refer to a shift between industries (for example from manufacturing to information technology), a change in job tasks within the same broad field, or a shift in a field of study during education.
In the labor market, alanvaihdot occur for various reasons, including structural changes in the economy, technological
Outcomes of alanvaihdot vary. Some workers experience improved job satisfaction and wages after acquiring new skills,
Policy and practice around alanvaihdot typically emphasize retraining programs, career counseling, and support for lifelong learning.