minimikoulutus
Minimikoulutus is a Finnish term describing short, introductory or basic training programs designed to provide essential competences for entering a profession or for upgrading skills. The concept emphasizes brevity and practicality, with curricula focused on delivering core knowledge and practical abilities within a limited time frame. Programs are typically modular and competency-based, allowing learners to demonstrate attainment through assessments rather than time spent in instruction. They can be offered by vocational schools, universities of applied sciences, private training providers, and online platforms.
Purpose and scope: Minimikoulutus aims to lower barriers to entry for fields requiring foundational skills without
Structure and content: Typical elements include core competencies, safety and ethics, job-specific tasks, and assessment benchmarks.
Reception and challenges: Proponents argue that minimikoulutus expands access and responds to skill shortages; critics raise
Relation to broader education: Minimikoulutus is part of trends toward modular and lifelong learning, micro-credentials, and
See also: lifelong learning, vocational education, micro-credentials, modular education.