ammattiluokitusta

Ammattiluokitus, or occupational classification, refers to the systematic arrangement of occupations into standardized groups for use in statistics and labor market information in Finland. It provides a common language for describing jobs and matching job titles to a defined set of categories. Its primary purpose is to enable consistent data collection, reporting and analysis of employment, education, wages, and labor market trends across time and regions.

The Finnish ammattiluokitus is maintained primarily by Statistics Finland (Tilastokeskus) in collaboration with government bodies such as the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment. It is used in national surveys and registers, in official statistics, and by public and private actors for planning and evaluation. The classification is hierarchical, typically including broad major groups, narrower subgroups, and detailed occupations, allowing both high-level analysis and detailed occupation-specific data. Occupations are linked to skill requirements, educational qualifications, and typical duties to facilitate comparisons and crosswalks with other systems.

The system evolves through revisions to reflect changes in the labor market, technology, and educational reforms. It seeks alignment with international standards, notably ISCO (International Standard Classification of Occupations), to enable international comparability and EU-level data exchanges.

There are multiple versions over time, and researchers and policymakers use historical series to analyze trends. Ammattiluokitus thus functions as a core infrastructure for labor market information, education planning, and policy evaluation in Finland.