FINNISH LANGUAGE COURSES 2024
The application period starts 27.11.2023 at 9.00 am and ends 31.12.2023 at 22.00 pm
Familia is organizing five Finnish language courses from 15.1.-23.5.2024 at Familia's premises in Hakaniemi, Helsinki. (Haapaniemenkatu 7-9 B, 10. kerros) and online. For the online courses you will need a computer and a working internet connection to study smoothly. Online courses are held through Zoom. You need to be able to read and write in our courses. Courses teach you basic structures, vocabulary, grammar, speaking, reading, writing, and listening to Finnish. The courses include much homework. The aim is to help you start using Finnish in everyday life. |
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fInnish COURSES:
Beginner Course : (FACE-TO-FACE)
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- Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 – 12:30 ; 15.1-22.5.2024
- Starting level A0, target level A1.3
- 6 lecture hours per week ( 108 total lecture hours)
- Price: 25 euros for members of Familia (if you are not a member yet, you can join when registering (membership fee for year 2024 is 25e)
- Price : 70 euro for non-members
- Teacher: Natalia Lebedeva
- Location: Haapaniemenkatu 7-9 B, 10th floor
- Held as a face-to-face course
- Teacher uses her own material
- The course is implemented is cooperation with KSL.
- This course is subject to change.
Beginner's course (ONLINE)
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Beginner's continuation (ONLINE, Registration opens 11.12.)
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Continuation Course : (FACE-TO-FACE)
Advanced Finnish Course :(ONLINE)

- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 16:00 – 18:30; 16.1-23.5.2024
- Starting level B1.1- B2.2
- 6 lecture hours per week (111 total lecture hours)
- Price: 25 euros for members of Familia (if you are not a member yet, you can join when registering (membership fee for year 2024 is 25e)
- Price : 70 euro for non-members
- Teacher: Natalia Lebedeva
- Held via Zoom
- Teacher uses her own material
- The course is implemented is cooperation with KSL
- This course is subject to change.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSES:
- All the courses have 6 teaching hours a week (108-111 teaching hours)
- The price of the courses is 25 € for members of Familia / 70 € non-members
- You can join our as our member in the Finnish courses registration form in order to get the membership price. Membership fee for the year 2024 is 25 euros. Membership fee should be paid then at the same time as the course fee.
- The invoice must be paid by the due date using the reference number. By paying the invoice you confirm your spot in the course.
- Only people living in Finland can become Familia's members. Non-residents always have to pay for the non-member price 70 euros.
- A certificate of attendance will be issued for the course, not a diploma to be credited towards your studies.
- The places are on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Register for courses online ( application deadline 27.11.- 31.12.2023)
- For further information, please contact Familia's office 044 7738 628 , Tue - Thu, 10-14 or send an e-mail to info@familiary.fi
Finnish Language Discussion Group
Papupata
Papupata is a discussion club for anyone struggling to learn Finnish. The aim is to provide a free and relaxed opportunity to use Finnish in different ways, especially by speaking it, as there are only sometimes enough opportunities to do so in language courses. The discussion group is open to anyone interested in learning the basics of Finnish. The group is facilitated by a Red Cross instructor who will lead the discussion. For more information: papupata.kerho@gmail.com. You do not need to register for the group. You can join us at any time. |
Saturday Chats
Saturdays 15.00-17.00 at Familia's office (Lintulahdenkatu 10, 7th floor) Saturday Conversations is open to anyone with a basic command of Finnish. Familia volunteer Outi Heikkilä will lead the group. More information: nora.dadi@familiary.fi |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONs
WHO CAN TAKE PART in FAMILIA'S FINNISH LANGUAGE COURSES?
Familia's Finnish language courses are primarily aimed at people who have a Finnish spouse who want to learn and develop their Finnish language skills under the guidance of professional teachers. The courses take into account the opportunities offered by the Finnish-speaking spouse and close circle to support the study of the Finnish language. The teaching also takes into account the student's everyday language use needs and interactions.
Spouses who speak Finnish as their mother tongue are expected to play an active role and be motivated, for example, by participating in homework and meetings in addition to the course. Aside from learning the language, both the student and the Finnish spouse receives peer support and can network with others who are in the same life situation. Familia's course offerings are the only Finnish language courses that take into account the everyday life of multicultural families in terms of content and teaching atmosphere.
Spouses who speak Finnish as their mother tongue are expected to play an active role and be motivated, for example, by participating in homework and meetings in addition to the course. Aside from learning the language, both the student and the Finnish spouse receives peer support and can network with others who are in the same life situation. Familia's course offerings are the only Finnish language courses that take into account the everyday life of multicultural families in terms of content and teaching atmosphere.
HOW MUCH DOES THE COURSE COST?
Participation in the Finnish language courses requires membership in the Familia association. The membership fee is 25 euro per calendar year. Fall and spring courses also require a 15€ course fee, which is only paid once, even if you attend multiple courses. Finnish discussion groups do not require membership.
The price of summer intensive courses is 250 € / 225 € (the price for members that have paid the membership fee for this year).
At the start of the course, the membership fee must be paid in order to secure a place in the course. We will send an invoice for the membership fee by e-mail.
You can read more about becoming our member and fill in an membership application here!
The price of summer intensive courses is 250 € / 225 € (the price for members that have paid the membership fee for this year).
At the start of the course, the membership fee must be paid in order to secure a place in the course. We will send an invoice for the membership fee by e-mail.
You can read more about becoming our member and fill in an membership application here!
HOW CAN I REGISTER FOR THE COURSE?
Registration for Familia's Finnish language courses takes place online.
Please also remember Familia's comfortable Finnish language discussion clubs.
More information about Papupata, Let's speak Finnish! and Saturday conversation clubs.
Please also remember Familia's comfortable Finnish language discussion clubs.
More information about Papupata, Let's speak Finnish! and Saturday conversation clubs.
WHERE DO THE COURSES AND DISCUSSION GROUP HAPPEN?
All of the Finnish language courses and discussion groups take place in Familia’s office in Hakaniemi, Haapaniemenkatu 7-9 B, Helsinki.
Online lessons are held on Zoom.
Online lessons are held on Zoom.