Recognition of qualifications

Recognition of qualifications refers to a decision on the eligibility that foreign qualifications provide when applying for a job or study place. In Finland, recognition decisions are made by competent authorities, educational establishments, higher education institutions and employers. 

Information for a holder of a foreign qualification: https://www.oph.fi/en/services/recognition-and-international-comparability-qualifications/recognition-foreign  

Regulated professions in Finland - A profession is regulated when according to Finnish legislation, a specific training, qualification or the right to practice a profession is required. List of regulated professions and competent authorities: https://www.oph.fi/en/services/regulated-professions-finland