Oppisopimuksen
Oppisopimus, or oppisopimuskoulutus, is a form of vocational education in Finland that combines on-the-job training with part-time studies at a vocational school. It is carried out through an apprenticeship contract between the trainee (oppija) and the employer, with the training provider, such as a vocational college, organizing the theoretical instruction and supervising progress.
The system centers on a formal contract that specifies the rights and obligations of the apprentice and
Duration and structure vary by qualification but are commonly from one to three years. Learning is distributed
Legal framework and participation: oppisopimus is governed within Finland’s vocational education and training system and regulated
Outcomes and benefits: completing an oppisopimus typically leads to a certified vocational qualification and improved employment