uudelleenkoulutuksen

Uudelleenkoulutus, or retraining, refers to education and training that aims to help a person acquire new skills or qualifications in order to improve employability, adapt to changing work tasks, or transition to a different field. It can encompass short courses, certificates, vocational training, or degree studies and may be undertaken by jobseekers, employed workers, or students seeking a career change.

In Finland and other countries, uudelleenkoulutus is used in response to automation, digitalization, and shifts in demand within the labor market. It is particularly common for those facing redundancy, long-term unemployment, or skill gaps identified by employers or public employment services. The goal is to equip individuals with competencies that are in demand and to support a smoother re-entry into work.

Delivery is diverse. Providers include universities, universities of applied sciences, vocational schools, private training firms, and public agencies such as TE-palvelut. Courses can be offered as part-time or full-time programs, online or in-person, and may culminate in certificates, diplomas, or degrees. Some programs include recognition of prior learning to shorten study time.

Funding typically combines public support, such as government funded programs and European Social Fund resources, with possible employer sponsorship or student financial aid. In many systems, retraining is tied to labor market policy and active measures to reduce unemployment, rather than to traditional degree pathways alone.

Outcomes include new qualifications, improved job prospects, higher wage potential, and greater adaptability to technological change. Challenges may include access and cost, balancing work or family responsibilities, ensuring quality and recognition of non-traditional credentials, and aligning training supply with labor market needs.