Course description and learning objectives

The online course provides comprehensive information on what violent radicalisation is, the factors that may lead to it, and how it can be prevented. It includes basic knowledge related to prevention work and encourages participants to reflect on the phenomenon based on diverse learning materials.

Duration and content of the course

Completing the course takes approximately 3–6 hours.

The course provides up-to-date information on services available for individuals who are radicalised or at risk of radicalisation and their families. Case studies and reflection assignments help apply theory to practical work. It is recommended that students discuss the assignments with a colleague or within their work community.

The course also includes additional reading to form a deeper understanding.

Watch the course introduction video (in Finnish)

Important information about the course

The course can be completed individually or together with colleagues, in which case the work community completes it by organising an in-person training day. Following theguidelines for in-person training enables developing your organisation’s practices for addressing and preventing extremism.

The course is available in Finnish and Swedish.

Organising an in-person training day

  • The course is designed to support organising an in-person training day within a work community, organisation or multi-professional network.
  • Each participant completes the self-study section before the in-person training day to prepare for the topics to be discussed. Self-study takes 2–4 hours.
  • Select a facilitator from your work community to lead the training day using the provided support materials. The facilitator does not need to be an expert on the topic; their role is to manage the schedule, facilitate discussions and take care of practical arrangements.
  • Training materials and instructions are available on the course platform in the module “Materials for organising an in-person training day” (“Materiaali lähipäivän toteutukseen”).
  • Reserve 4–8 hours for the in-person training day. An example schedule is provided for one working day, but can be adapted as needed.
  • At the end of the training day or shortly after, participants complete a knowledge test independently. Those who pass will receive a certificate of completion.
  • The training day enables broader and more diverse discussions and sharing of insights. It encourages reflection on areas for development in multi-professional cooperation and practices, as well as identifying good practices within your region and organisation.

At the end of the course, you can take an exam and receive a certificate of completion.

Target audience

The course is intended for all healthcare and social welfare professionals and their partner organisations.

What to expect from us

THL provides the content of the online course and ensures its quality. You can use the self-study materials whenever it suits you best.  The content is based on research and national practices.

Fees

The online course is free of charge.

How to register and contact us

You can study the online course independently and without separate enrolment in THL’s online learning environment. You only need to register on our online course platform.
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