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National Certificates of Language Proficiency (YKI)

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The National Certificates of Language Proficiency are language examinations intended for adults. The exams assess language skills in practical situations where an adult needs to speak, listen, write or read in a foreign language – either in Finland or abroad. At Turku Vocational Institute, you can take the test in Finnish, English and Swedish (basic, intermediate and advanced levels).

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Do the following

  • Check the test dates and registration periods on the Finnish National Agency for Education’s website.
  • Register for the language test using the electronic form available on the Finnish National Agency for Education’s website.
  • You will receive a payment link and payment instructions in the confirmation message. You will later receive an invitation to the test by email. Please note that the test may fill up before the registration period ends.
  • If you have any questions about the National Certificates of Language Proficiency or about registering for the test, please contact the study secretary at Turku Vocational Institute.
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To whom and on what terms

Anyone may participate in the National Certificates of Language Proficiency. The Finnish language tests are intended for immigrants or foreign nationals.

As a participant in the National Certificates of Language Proficiency, you may apply for special arrangements if you have, for example, hearing or visual impairments or dyslexia.

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Text edited by: City of Turku
Updated: 3/3/2026

Basic information

Information on fees

The service is free of charge.

See the degree fees on the webpages of the Finnish National Agency for Education.

Area

Turku

Available languages

Finnish, Swedish, English