Erityistarpeita
Erityistarpeita is a Finnish term for the needs of individuals who require additional support to participate fully in education and society. The concept encompasses disabilities, chronic illnesses, language differences, and other circumstances that affect learning, communication, or social participation. Erityistarpeita are identified through assessments conducted by schools, healthcare, and social services and are used to plan appropriate support and services.
In educational settings, support for erityistarpeita may include tailored teaching approaches, special education services, and the
Legal and policy context: In Finland, the right to education and participation is supported by legislation
Examples of conditions that may create special needs include learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, physical or