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Autumn 2026

15 September 2026 - 17 December 2026

Staff in Health and Social Care – Professional Development Course

The course focuses on professional skills and personal empowerment. Practical and empowering training for those working in home or institutional care. Foundation Courses 1 and 2 are now taught together on this course. Further information from the project manager.

15 September 2026 - 17 December 2026

Classes are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 12:40 and 16:00, and on one Friday a month between 12:40 and 16:00.
Höfðabakki 9
191 hours.
Price94.100 kr.

What is it like to study at Mími?

  • A friendly, relaxed and encouraging learning environment
  • Professional and experienced teachers
  • Effective and lively teaching methods
  • A diverse range of courses to suit everyone
  • Support and care

In Mímis's training courses for staff in healthcare and social services, a strong emphasis is placed on enhancing your personal and professional skills. We offer continuing professional development to empower you to tackle the diverse challenges of your important work.

The courses are specifically designed for those who work in caring for people, whether they are disabled or elderly, and whether the work is carried out in private homes or in institutions.

The professional development courses are held in collaboration with Mímir Continuing Education and the Efling Trade Union and can open up new opportunities to strengthen you in your work.

  • Workplace culture and self-empowerment – Part 1
  • Kitchen duties and cleaning – session 1
  • Assistance and care with activities of daily living – Part 1

The course is for those who work in care within the health and social care sector, are over 20 years of age, and have not completed a formal secondary school education.

The target group for further education, according to the board of the Training Fund. The Training Fund's terms and allocation rules.

Terms and Conditions and Allocation Rules of the Education Fund.

The course is taught in Icelandic.. To participate in the programme and to ensure the best possible academic success, we recommend that participants have skills at a minimum of. level A2-B1 in Icelandic in accordance with The European Language Framework.

If you are unsure about your Icelandic skills, you can take a free Icelandic placement test at Mími-símenntun before you apply for the course. Further information is available from the project manager.

  • Assessment is based on project work, project submissions, attendance and participation in classes, which encourages active involvement.
  • To complete the programme and graduate, it is necessary to achieve 80% attendance.
  • The course is subsidised by the Education Fund to equalise access and promote learning for adults.
  • Teaching is conducted according to a curriculum certified by the Centre for Education and School Services, which ensures quality and reliability. All curricula can be accessed here.
  • Course Delivery: Please note that a minimum number of participants is required for the course to go ahead.

Do you need help?

Unsure which course is best for you? Need to assess your experience and skills? At Mími, we offer personal guidance and help you find the right path in your studies or career.

Email address [email protected]

Telephone 580 1800

Advice at Mímir

Höfðabakki 9

110 Reykjavik

580 1800

[email protected]

kt. 701202-3920

 

Opening hours

Summer opening hours: Weekdays from 8:00 to 15:30

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