OUR Training PROGRAMS

We offer upskilling and reskilling programs to support international talent in Finland and early-stage entrepreneurs. All of our programs are free for participants.

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Azure TRAINING FOr Ukrainians

  • September - October 2023
  • Max 30 Participants
  • Entirely free

Together with Microsoft and the Ukrainian Association in Finland, we want to support Ukrainian asylum seekers to learn high in-demand skills by providing hands-on-training that enables you to find a job in the industry. 

In our free full-time training from 4th of September until 5th of October, you will get to know Microsoft’s Azure program and will be able to kickstart your career in cloud computing. 

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SPARK ACADEMy

  • August - December 2023
  • Max 30 Participants
  • Entirely free

The Shortcut Spark Academy is a free 3,5-month program for women and non-binary people who want to create their own business. Together with a group of likeminded people, you will learn the most important skills to start your business, set it up for long-term growth and build meaningful connections along the way. 

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AZURE SECURITY TRAINING

  • May - August 2022
  • Max 50 Participants
  • Entirely free

Together with Microsoft, we provide a hands-on training that teaches you the basics of secure cloud computing with Azure. After this program, you are ready to work with Microsoft Azure Security. 

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AWS Re/Start

  • September - December 2023
  • Max 25 Participants
  • Entirely free

AWS re/Start is a free, full-time skills development program to jump-start your career working in cloud computing.

AWS re/Start and The Shortcut have teamed up to offer this hybrid program in Helsinki. 

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What participants say
“I really appreciate the support that The Shortcut is providing. I’m still in touch with the team and there are many synergies with my work.”
Arina Lykova
Arina LykovaBYOB Participant
"Back in my home country, there isn't anything like The Shortcut where you get offered a free program on how to start a business."​
Sabi Bako
Sabi BakoBYOB Participant
"The Shortcut exposed me to the world of startups where my experience could help shape a growing exciting company and it enabled me to build a valuable network in Finland which is vital. Little did I know I would find a job where I could work with world-renowned brands and love the job I do."​
Sam Clayton
Sam claytonCatalyst program 2019
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