Education professionals must maintain their competencies, even in the most developed education systems in the world. Our professional competence development offerings focus on leadership development, capacity building, and in-service training for professionals, aiming to support both personal and organizational growth and the understanding of change.

At HY+, we specialize in developing tailored professional competence development services grounded in the renowned Finnish education system. Our programmes are designed for larger groups and organizations seeking impactful learning experiences that enhance professional skills and knowledge. Below, we showcase our key offerings:

Professional Development Programmes

Our Professional Development Programmes are versatile and comprehensive learning solutions designed to build and support participants’ knowledge and skills enhancement. These programmes are tailored to meet the specific needs of each customer and can encompass a variety of formats, including in-person sessions abroad, online courses, or integrated study visits to Finland.

Key Features:

  • Customizable content to fit specific professional goals
  • Available for international, online, or hybrid delivery
  • Ideal for larger groups, with durations ranging from three months to a full academic year
  • Can include study visits to Finland for an immersive learning experience
  • Incorporates the latest pedagogical research and practices from the University of Helsinki’s Faculty of Educational Sciences: the oldest, largest, and highest-ranked higher education institution in Finland

Example Topics:

  • Educational leadership and school culture development
  • Teacher education (early childhood, K-12, tertiary education)
  • Teaching methods: student engagement, high-impact learning, blended learning, teaching STEM subjects
  • Evaluation and assessment
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Future skills
  • Phenomenal learning

Master Classes

Master Classes are focused, intensive programmes that enhance participants’ skills and competences in selected professional subject areas, such as teaching and learning or educational leadership. Typically held in Finland, these classes provide participants with a unique opportunity to engage deeply with Finland’s world-renowned educational practices under the guidance of distinguished experts.

Key Features:

  • Conducted in Finland for an authentic learning experience
  • Focused study visits with specific objectives and themes
  • Designed for larger groups with durations from one to three weeks
  • Highly tailored to align with the specific needs of each group
  • Includes content informed by the cutting-edge research from the University of Helsinki

Why Choose Us?

  • Distinguished Expertise: Benefit from Finland’s acclaimed education system and experienced facilitators.
  • Tailored Solutions: Every programme is customized to ensure it meets your organization’s unique objectives.
  • Research-Based Services: Leverage the cutting-edge research and academic excellence of the experts from University of Helsinki to ensure your training  programmes are grounded in the latest pedagogical advancements.

Explore Our Services

For more examples of our offerings and to see how we have supported other professional groups, visit our reference page. We provide a range of programmes that demonstrate the scope and flexibility of our tailored educational services.

Contact Us

Interested in designing a tailored programme for your organization? Contact us today to discuss your needs and explore how we can support your professional development goals.

University of Helsinki Centre for Continuing Education HY+

University of Helsinki Centre for Continuing Education HY+

P.O. Box 53 (Fabianinkatu 32)

FI-00014 University of Helsinki


Our Finnish website: hyplus.helsinki.fi

Privacy Policy


HY+

HY+ is a fully-owned company of the University of Helsinki. We provide continuing education and development services both in Finland and abroad.

Don't hesitate to contact us

If you have any questions about the services offered by the University of Helsinki Centre for Continuing Education HY+, please don’t hesitate to contact us!

Contact us