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Vocational Qualification in Social and Health care, Practical Nurse (Top-up)
- Pori, Finland
- Rauma, Finland
Course
DURATION
12 months
LANGUAGES
English, Finnish
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Vocational Qualification in Social and Health Care, Practical Nurse (Top-up) program offers an advanced pathway for those seeking to enhance their qualifications in health and social care. This course is designed for individuals who already possess a foundational qualification and want to elevate their expertise. Students will gain comprehensive skills to address complex care needs and improve patient outcomes through practical and theoretical knowledge.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue a range of career opportunities in health and social care environments. Potential paths include roles as registered practical nurses, health care assistants, or community care workers. This qualification prepares students for positions that require a high level of practical nursing skills and enables them to contribute effectively in various healthcare settings.
The Practical Nurse Top-Up Program in Finland offers an accelerated pathway to becoming a certified practical nurse for students with prior education. Lasting just one year, this intensive program focuses on essential nursing skills and clinical experience. Graduates receive a Finnish vocational qualification in Social and Health Care upon successful completion, marking their readiness to enter the nursing profession.
- Duration: 12 months (180 competence points) full-time studies on campus
- Studies start: October 28, 2024, and November 25, 2024
- Location: Rauma, Finland and Pori, Finland
- Language: English and Finnish (graduation and demonstrations will be in Finnish)
- Requirements: Applicant must have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the home country
- Program fee for 1 year of studies: 10,200 EUR
- Mandatory online Finnish language course: 495 EUR
- Application fee: 100 EUR













