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Education and training This page provides the Defence Forces’ civilian and military personnel with information about possibilities for further education and training. In the Defence Forces, education and training of the regular personnel can be di...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/education-and-training
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Training and education Our students are Naval cadets Petty officers and Reserve officer students . Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn | Print Share via Email Naval Academy P.O.BOX 5 FI-00191 HELSINKI Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Hel...https://merivoimat.fi/en/training
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Facts about Army Academy The Army Academy has three subordinate units: The Education and Training Centre (E & TC), Reserve Officer School and Army Research Centre. The Education and Training Centre (E & TC) The Education and Training Centre (E&TC)...https://maavoimat.fi/en/army-academy/about-us
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Studying at the National Defence University The National Defence University offers university classes to approximately 900 people annually and continuing training to approximately 1,000 people. This page brings together general information useful ...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/studies
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Education and training at the Infantry School – consideration of lessons learned relating to the war in Ukraine and alliances 16.3.2026 13.04 Blog The Infantry School (INFS) trains non-commissioned officers (NCOs) on a number of levels, as well as...https://maavoimat.fi/en/-/education-and-training-at-the-infantry-school-consideration-of-lessons-learned-relating-to-the-war-in-ukraine-and-alliances
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Heritage Association The National Defence University's Heritage Association strives to upkeep and develop the traditions of officer education and to increase a sense of belonging among university personnel. The association also functions as an alu...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/heritage-association
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Hölttä, Niko Brigadier General Position Commandant of the Reserve Officer School (From 1 July 2026, Commander of Kainuu Brigade) Date and place of birth 28 April 1972, Oulu Family Married three children Career Conscript service, Savo Brigade, 1991...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/niko-holtta-en
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Department of Academic Affairs The Department of Academic Affairs is under the command of the Vice Rector and its responsibilities include recruitment of students for officer training, preparing the selections and the overall development of teachi...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/department-of-academic-affairs
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Pekurinen, Tomi Olavi Brigadier General Position Brigade Commander, Karelia Brigade Date and place of birth 12 August 1974, Hollola Family Married three children Career Instructor, Karelia Brigade 1995 Student Officer, National Defence University ...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/-/pekurinen-tomi-curriculum-vitae-2
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Pekurinen, Tomi Olavi Brigadier General Position Brigade Commander, Karelia Brigade Date and place of birth 12 August 1974, Hollola Family Married three children Career Instructor, Karelia Brigade 1995 Student Officer, National Defence University ...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/brigadier-general-tomi-pekurinen
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Tactical Command and Staff College The Tactical Command and Staff College (Taistelukoulu) is located in Santahamina, Helsinki. It was formerly known as Master's Degree Programme of the National Defence University (NDU), and prior to the establishm...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/tcsc
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Salo, Mikael Brigadier General Position Assistant Chief of Staff J7, Joint Force Command Norfolk Date and place of birth 8.8.1971, Jokioinen Family Married Three children Career Matriculation, Kuhala High School, 1991 Conscript, Armored Battalion,...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/mikael-salo-en
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Puustinen, Aki Juhani Brigadier General Position Chief of Staff Finnish Air Force Date and place of birth 24 May 1972, Nilsiä Family Married Four children Education • Matriculation examination, Nilsiä Upper Secondary School 1992 • National Defence...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/aki-puustinen-en
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Virta, Jami Brigadier General Position Commander of Pori Brigade Date and place of birth 19 September 1973, Haapavesi Family Married to Heli Virta, four children Career Instructor Pohja Brigade 1994 Instructor, Guard Jaeger Regiment 1998 - 2002 Un...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/jami-virta-en
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Virtanen, Vesa Juhani Lieutenant General Position Chief of Defence Command Finland Date and place of birth 6 May 1966, Oulu, Finland Family Married two children Career Matriculation Examination, Vehkalahti Upper–Secondary 1985 Officer’s Degree, Mi...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/about-us/general-officers/vesa-virtanen
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The Logistics School provides logistics training included in officer training degrees, on the basis of the needs of the services, and conducts research activities aimed at developing the Defence Forces logistics system.https://logistiikkalaitos.fi/en/the-logistics-school
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What does the Naval Academy do? We train and educate skilled military professionals for the diverse circumstances at sea and on the coast. Our research supports and helps to develop all the Finnish Navy. Approximately 350 students attend the Naval...https://merivoimat.fi/en/naval-academy/about-us
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Practical information for requesting a visit to the National Defence University.https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/visiting-fndu
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General information The National Defence University is divided into divisions, departments and other administrative units. The university is led by a rector. The university has an under-graduate, graduate and post-graduate degree division. As well...https://maanpuolustuskorkeakoulu.fi/en/general-information
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Benefits and salary Personnel’s competence and well-being is very important for us. We offer meaningful, reliable jobs in a constantly evolving working environment. Benefits Salary Extras Benefits The Defence Forces provides its personnel with var...https://puolustusvoimat.fi/en/benefits-and-salary