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Information for new vocational students

Our new vocational student, you are most welcome to Omnia. For everything to go smoothly on your first day of study, please learn more on the instructions and links on this page.

We are happy that you have chosen Omnia as your place of study and to lead you towards your future. This page contains important information and links that you should know a little before the start of your studies and during the first weeks.  

Please pay special attention to the things to be done before the studies, such as the creation of the Omnia ID

InfoOmnia helps and supports you throughout your studies. Learn more about InfoOmnia

Accepting a study place

Whether you apply in a joint application or through a continuous application, remember to accept your study place according to the instruction provided to you.

Beginning of studies and the study dates

The training for new vocational students in day education begins on Wed 9th August 2023 at 9 am. The TUVA students' academic year starts on Thu 10th August 2023 at 10 am. The evening classes for vocational basic degrees will begin at a separately notified time for the students.

Information regarding the start of studies can be found also in the selection notice sent to your e-mail.

During school vacations and public holidays, as a rule, teaching in the educational institution is not organised and all student services are closed. The non teaching period varies depending on the form of education and is often longer than the common holiday period.

Even during the school holidays, teaching and guidance is carried out based on student training specific needs.

Proof of Identity

Make sure you have a photo identification card and keep it with you at the beginning of your studies. It is required, among other things, for creating a personal competence development plan (PCDP) and for the issuance of computers. The following valid documents can be used for proof of identity:

  • passport
  • driver's license
  • mobile driver's license
  • identification card issued by the police authorities
  • photo ID social security card
  • alien's passport, diplomatic passport
  • or refugee travel document.

Student pages

Among other things, you can find the times of the academic year, rules and regulations, IT systems and information on student activities on Omnia's student page.

Omnia user ID activation

New students will receive a username, ie. student number, and a temporary password by email closer to the start of their studies. After receiving the message, you can activate your ID and create your password at oma.omnia.fi

See instructions for implementation and use (it.omnia.fi)

The guardian activates his or her own Wilma credentials (it.omnia.fi) only after the student has activated his or her own credentials.

Forms to fill out

Please remember to fill out these important forms in Wilma before your first day of school.

  • The student's basic information form and attachments form contains your key information, such as your own study information, contact information and important contact persons (eg. teacher in charge). Check and update your information. The form can be found on Wilma's Forms page.

  • The career plan form maps your own future goals and plans how to reach them. Career planning starts right at the beginning of the studies and is continued throughout the studies together with the teacher in charge and the student counselor. Fill out the form in advance before the personalisation discussion. The form can be found on Wilma's Guidance and support page.

  • Study aptitude identification form is used to map your study aptitude. The information in the form is used to plan guidance and support together with you, your guardian, your teacher in charge and, if necessary, a special education teacher and a study counselor. Fill out the form together with your guardian. The form can be found on Wilma's Guidance and support page.

Planning and personalisation of studies

Together with your teacher in charge, you plan a study path that meets your needs. Your individual plan is recorded in the personal competence development plan (HOKS). 

It is recommended that you scan your previous study and work certificates into Wilma before the start of your studies. Also remember to bring a valid ID to the HOKS discussion.

Read more about personalisation in vocational education and training.

Study schedules and absences

You can find your schedule in Wilma under the heading Schedules (Lukujärjestykset). You can familiarise yourself with the schedules only after the HOKS discussions.

If you are unable to participate in the lesson according to the timetable, inform your teacher about your absence at Wilma or by phone.

Support for studies and life

A group of professionals will help you with your studies, various life situations and matters related to well-being. 

  • Study guidance gives advice in study related situations 
  • Special education provides support in the progress of the learning process
  • Student health care provides support in situations related to health and health services
  • The curator helps and advises in various life situations
  • A psychologist supports psychological well-being

See all support and guidance services for students(in Finnish).

Student benefits and rights

Students have various rights and opportunities to apply for compensation and subsidies and to receive benefits while studying at Omnia. These include eg. student benefit, student card and travel subsidies.  

Learn more about student benefits (in Finnish). 

Student catering

To get your student lunch at the canteen, you need a bar coded ID card, which can be, for example, a Kela card, ID or driver's license. The card must be with you from the first day of study.  

The benefit does not apply to those studying in a further or specialist vocational qualification, apprenticeship or work-based learning. 

Read more about Omnia's student restaurants.

Safety

Our goal is that every person working, studying or visiting the premises feels safe. Security operations are uniform at all Omnia’s campuses. With anticipation, we aim to minimise accidents and safety risks.  

Learn more about safety at Omnia.

Electronic study office

From the electronic study office (in Finnish), you can order various certificates and travel discount forms, such as a study certificate or certificates entitling you to a student discount on public transport. The page is currently in Finnish only, and InfoOmnia will assist you if needed. 

Key contact information and communication

The student's most important contact person is the teacher in charge. You can find up to date information regarding your teacher and other key contact persons at Wilma (wilma.omnia.fi) Wilma is also the most important communication channel for guardians. 

Through Wilma, you will be informed about the most important things during your studies. Omnia students will also receive the monthly Student Newsletter Omnis, in Wilma. The newsletter contains current news, events and information about Omnia. You can also follow Omnia on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and Youtube.  

If you do not know who to contact, InfoOmnia will help you. Learn more about InfoOmnia

 

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