työpaikkaalueet

Työpaikka-alueet refer to employment areas or labor market regions in Finland. These areas are defined by the National Board of Education as a way to identify and analyze local labor markets. Each työpaikka-alueet is composed of municipalities and is typically large enough to have a distinct labor market identity.

There are currently 60 työpaikka-alueet in Finland. These areas are not strictly geographical definitions, but rather a way to group municipalities based on their economic and demographic characteristics. The exact boundaries of each työpaikka-alueet may vary over time.

Työpaikka-alueet are used by the National Board of Education to monitor labor market trends and provide statistics on employment, unemployment, and education. The data collected on työpaikka-alueet helps policymakers and local authorities to understand the local labor market conditions and identify areas that need support.

Some of the key statistics collected on työpaikka-alueet include employment rates, unemployment rates, educational qualifications, and participation in education and training. This data is essential for forecasting labor market demand and supply and for planning education and training programs.

The definition of työpaikka-alueet is based on the EU's Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics (NUTS) system. This system is used to divide countries into regions for statistical and administrative purposes. The use of työpaikka-alueet has become an important tool for understanding and analyzing labor market trends in Finland.