Finnish language

This section provides information on Finnish language courses and integration programs in Pori. It explains how to join integration training through unemployment services and lists various language course providers. Additionally, it highlights the YKI test for Finnish language proficiency, necessary for citizenship and helpful for job or university applications

Integration course and society orientation

To participate in integration course, you need to register as a jobseeker. You can get more information about integration course and society orientation from International House Pori.

Language courses providers

Multicultural Association of Satakunta

The Multicultural Association of Satakunta (SMY) runs in central Pori, open to everyone. SMY offers a variety of clubs, events, and volunteer opportunities, Finnish and other language courses, available throughout the year. Members of the association can participate in these courses, and new participants can try them out for a couple of weeks before deciding to join. Additionally, the association hosts weekly Conversation Clubs in various languages, including Finnish, English, and Spanish, which are free for members.

Pori Community College

Check out the Finnish language courses offered at Community college on the Opistopalvelut – Kansalaisopisto website

Finnish online

There are various online Finnish courses available, covering different proficiency levels. These courses offer grammar and vocabulary lessons, exercises, videos, podcasts, and interactive games. You can find more online resources on the InfoFinland – Finnish online page.

YKI (National Certificate of Language Proficiency)

The Finnish Language Proficiency Test (YKI) is a standardized test used to assess the language skills of non native Finnish speakers. It evaluates proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. You need to pass this test to apply for Finnish citizenship, and it can also help when applying for jobs or university.


Applications for the YKI test are submitted through the Finnish National Agency for Education website.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Passing the YKI Test ebook aims to provide a step by step guide for preparing for the Finnish YKI (National Certificate of Language Proficiency). This guide provides study tips, additional materials, and links to online resources. It also includes advice from Finnish teachers and successful test takers. The guide is available for free in English.