You can turn on English CC subtitles for the short Finnish parts if you need! Plus to clarify "lähihoitaja" means specifically a practical nurse 😊 And finally, you can download the YKI Pass ebook here: bit.ly/3Rr7pcD 📚
I am a nursing student from LAPIN AMK. It is important that student shows YKI A2 level to achieve 3rd year scholarship. Therefore, it is not a choice to take A2 level unless the student is ready to take B2 level. The school accepts only at least YKI A2 certificate for language level requirement for YKI test.
As an American living in Finland, who graduated as a lähihoitaja/practical nurse, meaning I earned the degree in Finnish and therefore the certificate is enough to apply for citizenship without the YKI test, I think many foreigners have the wrong mindset about living a life in Finland. The reality is, nobody cares about the YKI test, meaning Finnish society/employers. It isn't about 1 or 2 years of studying Finnish and then it's something you never do again, in reality, it takes many years of hard work to get to a decent level to where you can have flowing, diverse conversations with Finns. Nobody cares whether you speak A1 or B1 Finnish in the written form, you sound like Google Translate when you speak Finnish and you understand nobody that doesn't speak at a snail pace. Any Finn/employer is going to know more about your language skills in 10 secs of speaking with you than any document you can show them. What good does it do you to acquire Finnish citizenship when you cannot communicate effectively with other Finns and function in Finnish society with those language skills? Your quality of life overall in Finland is going to be dependent on how well you continue to develop your language skills. If you wish to truly integrate into Finnish society and life, to feel "normal", your goals will need to be set far beyond the basic levels of Finnish language skills, YKI test or citizenship, IMO.
I’ve come from a technical career and having multiple skills (worklife) to being a cleaner in Finland. Two courses since I’ve been here but my level is not enough for YKI……..I’ve got so frustrated with battling with Finnish I’m learning Swedish on the side and already it’s a lot easier for my Germanic language simple brain 😆🙈
That must be so frustrating! The language can really be such a barrier for so many things and tbh I've heard so many similar stories to yours. Sending you encouragement and strength to keep at it ✨
Hi, I am a medical doctor, recently moved to Finland and my MBBS medical degree has been verified by valvira and i am going to start my internship here. Valvira required the language proficiency in Finish at the level of YKI4 /B2, please let me know should i sit for the YKI or can i get the B2 level certificate from a different exam ? your reply would be appreciated. Thank you.
But she also said we don't really have assistant nurses here. Rather different kinds of nurses. Sairaanhoitaja has some more competences compared to lähihoitaja (who usually work more in basic care), but it depends on the workplace.
You can turn on English CC subtitles for the short Finnish parts if you need! Plus to clarify "lähihoitaja" means specifically a practical nurse 😊 And finally, you can download the YKI Pass ebook here: bit.ly/3Rr7pcD 📚
I'm glad to hear that.
Thank you ☺️✨
This is really a good video. I felt like that they are talking about challenges which I am facing. This video itself gave me so much confidence.
I'm so glad you feel that way! That's exactly why we wanted to make this video :)
Thank you, this is an informative and encouraging, as I am going to take YKI test (B level) soon.
I am a nursing student from LAPIN AMK. It is important that student shows YKI A2 level to achieve 3rd year scholarship. Therefore, it is not a choice to take A2 level unless the student is ready to take B2 level. The school accepts only at least YKI A2 certificate for language level requirement for YKI test.
I like Finland very much, I want to study in Finland, I hope I can enjoy it here
Thank you so much for this kind of videos! I appreciate the information and help!
I’m glad this info is helpful 🩵 Thank you so much for watching and the kind comment :)
im moving to Finland in a few months to be with my partner and I have been learning Finnish from your channel
@@RitaYin1209 Aw so happy to hear that! Good luck with your move, hope it goes smoothly! :D
As an American living in Finland, who graduated as a lähihoitaja/practical nurse, meaning I earned the degree in Finnish and therefore the certificate is enough to apply for citizenship without the YKI test, I think many foreigners have the wrong mindset about living a life in Finland. The reality is, nobody cares about the YKI test, meaning Finnish society/employers. It isn't about 1 or 2 years of studying Finnish and then it's something you never do again, in reality, it takes many years of hard work to get to a decent level to where you can have flowing, diverse conversations with Finns. Nobody cares whether you speak A1 or B1 Finnish in the written form, you sound like Google Translate when you speak Finnish and you understand nobody that doesn't speak at a snail pace. Any Finn/employer is going to know more about your language skills in 10 secs of speaking with you than any document you can show them. What good does it do you to acquire Finnish citizenship when you cannot communicate effectively with other Finns and function in Finnish society with those language skills? Your quality of life overall in Finland is going to be dependent on how well you continue to develop your language skills. If you wish to truly integrate into Finnish society and life, to feel "normal", your goals will need to be set far beyond the basic levels of Finnish language skills, YKI test or citizenship, IMO.
lidiia and tareque are the best!, moikka!!!!
kiitos paljon for this.
Kiitos for watching :)
I have my little child thats y I can't start Finnish language but I have so interest in Finnish language..ur vedios sooo nice 🐱
This video is very motivated.
Kiitos
I’ve come from a technical career and having multiple skills (worklife) to being a cleaner in Finland. Two courses since I’ve been here but my level is not enough for YKI……..I’ve got so frustrated with battling with Finnish I’m learning Swedish on the side and already it’s a lot easier for my Germanic language simple brain 😆🙈
That must be so frustrating! The language can really be such a barrier for so many things and tbh I've heard so many similar stories to yours. Sending you encouragement and strength to keep at it ✨
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I actually read about them on yle a month ago
Yess they had quite a few news pieces written about them 😄
In the meantime, I was so busy that I couldn't watch your video. I enjoyed your video, and I'm always rooting for you. Have a nice day 😊 💪🫶
Thank you so much!
Very informative. Kittos
Kiitos for watching :)
Helo how r u n I like ur vedios I am in Finland from last 2 years
Hi, I am a medical doctor, recently moved to Finland and my MBBS medical degree has been verified by valvira and i am going to start my internship here. Valvira required the language proficiency in Finish at the level of YKI4 /B2, please let me know should i sit for the YKI or can i get the B2 level certificate from a different exam ? your reply would be appreciated. Thank you.
I don’t know of any other official exam besides the YKI so I’d assume that’s what you need to take
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I have got a question. Does TE -office pay YKI testi during my integration program?
Yes they do pay!
Thanks a lot . Do you know a procedure how to get an approval from TE Office?@@KatChatsFinnish
Personally i want to meet u or learn finnish from u.. really ❤
Katchats, Pls I want to know how to call and assistant nurse in Finnish? Please
My nurse friend said it's probably also called lähihoitaja
@@KatChatsFinnish Kat lähihoitaja it a nurse not an assistant nurse. What I want is an assistant nurse?
But she also said we don't really have assistant nurses here. Rather different kinds of nurses. Sairaanhoitaja has some more competences compared to lähihoitaja (who usually work more in basic care), but it depends on the workplace.
@@KatChatsFinnish okay thanks miss kat
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Yksi
Oot taas tosi nopee 👏🏻✨
Good information, thank you.
Kiitos paljon :D