Education at Vaasa Vocational Institute is given in three languages and in three different fields of study. The sectors are: Technology, Business and Communication, Care and Service Education. There are 16 Vocational Qualifications, 34 Study Programmes and 20 Qualification Titles.
The students buy their study books themselves and all other studying materials which may be required during their studies and they have the possibility to use school computers and school’s library. It is compulsory for every student to use and display their ID-card at all times while on the premises and using the facilities of the institute. The ID-card makes it possible for students to enter the IT (computer rooms) and other special rooms and to be edgible to get the daily meal without charge in the canteen.
The students pay for their working clothes and take care of the laundry of same. All students must buy their own working clothes both for the kitchen and restaurant, and a cook knife set (only required for cooks) for kitchen work. Cook’s uniform cost approx. 120 Euros, and waiter’s uniform approx. 100 Euros. Orders of books and uniforms are made for an entire group; the teacher responsible gives the information needed to the students. Please prepare yourself in advance for this cost!
At the Institute we have our own Nurse and Curator. Their consulting hours are on display outside their office on the door and also you will find the all information in the Student's Handbook. Doctor services are also available regularly for students.
Vaasa Student Housing Foundation. Contact information (06) 327 6511, address: VOAS, Olympiakatu 3 B, 65100 Vaasa, Finland) or by E-mail asuntotoimisto(a)voas.fi.
A shared flat usually accommodates 2 - 4 students. Each student has his or her own room with lock and key. The kitchen and bathroom are shared. The flats usually include basic furniture. Beds are equipped with mattresses. Students are advised to bring their own bed linen. The number of small flats for single students is limited. Demand for them is highest even though they are more expensive than a room in a shared flat.
A family flat usually includes 2 - 3 rooms and a kitchen or kitchenette. Family flats are available to couples with or without children. There are no phones in flats. In some places there is a telephone call box installed. The kitchens are equipped with a cooker and a fridge/freezer. The rent usually includes water and electricity charges as well as any other service expenses. Another option for the renting is the private market.