Rescuer Qualification
The rescuer course takes 1.5 years to complete. The qualification gives access to posts as a rescuer or firefighter nationwide, and graduates have very good employment prospects.
The Journey Starts Here – Becoming a Rescuer
Rescuer Qualification, 90 credits
Rescuer qualification is a 1.5-year course of study of 90 credits.
The qualification entitles the holder to
- rescuer
- firefighter positions nationwide.
Graduates have very good employment prospects.
Helsinki Rescue School follows the same curriculum as the Emergency Services Academy Finland
Rescuer as a Profession
✔ Meaningful work
✔ Versatile work duties
✔ Teamwork and team spirit
✔ Training and career opportunities
✔ Strong community role
✔ High employment opportunities across Finland.
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The next application period for the rescuer qualification will be from February 2 to March 6, 2026. More detailed dates and instructions for the application process will be updated later. In the meantime, you can review the stages of the 2025 application.
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