Self-motivated study subsidised with an unemployment benefit
In some cases, you may be able to study independently while receiving the unemployment benefit. Independent studies include studies where an educational institution is responsible for the provision and student selection instead of the Employment services. During independent studies, you are obliged to apply for and accept work, and participate in services promoting employment. You can receive unemployment benefits for short-term, part-time or full-time studies. Short-term studies are studies that last for a maximum of six months. Short-term study with unemployment benefit is possible if you have not previously studied for a short period of time during the same unemployment. Part-time studies are studies that are of minor scope or duration. Part-time studies may include, for instance, learning a new skill, completing basic studies at an open educational institution, or completing degree studies which have been previously interrupted. Full-time studies may also be part-time in some cases. Full-time studies usually aim at completing a degree or other studies the extent of which is on average the minimum of 5 credits or 4.5 ECVET points per study month, or 25 hours a week. Full-time study with an unemployment benefit is possible if the Employment services estimates that you need education and that the studies significantly improve your chances of finding employment. The studies must have been agreed upon in the employment plan usually before starting the studies.