Language Courses

Language skills play a key role in everyday life, studies, and employment in Finland. Whether you are settling down, looking for a job, or aiming to connect with the local community, learning Finnish or Swedish can open many doors. Finland offers a wide range of language courses for residents — from free integration courses to affordable lessons provided by adult education centers.

Finnish Courses

Helsinki Adult Education Centre (Työväenopisto): Offers a wide range of Finnish language courses, many of which are affordable or free of charge. ​Helsingin työväenopisto

Vantaa Adult Education Centre: Provides free Finnish language start-up courses for immigrants and refugees residing in Vantaa. ​aikuisopisto.vantaa.fi+1aikuisopisto.vantaa.fi+1

Integration Training via TE Services: Offers free Finnish language courses as part of integration training for registered immigrants. ​

University of Helsinki – Open University: Provides Finnish for Foreigners courses at beginner and intermediate levels. These courses are paid.
University of Helsinki

Swedish Courses

Helsinki Swedish Adult Education Centre (Arbis): Organizes various Swedish language courses, some of which are free or reasonably priced.
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Luckan Integration: Offers free online Swedish courses and resources suitable for self-study. Luckan Integration - Welcome to Finland

Integration Training via TE Services: Provides free Swedish language courses as part of integration training in Swedish-speaking municipalities. Kielibuusti

Grankulla Adult Education Centre: Offers free A1 level Swedish lessons. ​Reddit+1Luckan Integration - Welcome to Finland+1

Swedish Courses