A group of people sitting around a table.

Adult education

For many people, studying as an adult is a chance for a fresh start. You may want to complete your upper secondary education, learn basic Swedish or change careers.

Apply to adult education (external link)

Updated: 2026-09-22

Quick summary of each heading on the page

Please note that all forms, digital applications (e-services) and some linked websites are currently in Swedish. Contact Citizen Service if you need help in English.

A place to study

Adult Education in Boden provides a learning environment for adults who want to study. We offer municipal adult education, including vocational programmes and Swedish for Immigrants (SFI), as well as examination services for university and college students. Our study and career counsellors, study support staff and special education teacher can support you in different ways throughout your studies.

Our learning centre is located at Sandenskolan in central Boden. However, many of our courses and programmes are also available through distance learning. If you would like to contact one of our counsellors or support staff, you can also meet with us online or contact us by email or phone. Get in touch and we will tell you more.

Contact study and career counsellor

Our courses and programmes

Swedish for Immigrants (SFI)

The waiting time for SFI is currently longer than usual. It may take 4–5 months before you are offered a place.

Swedish for Immigrants (SFI) provides basic education in the Swedish language for people whose first language is not Swedish. SFI has three study paths, and your previous educational background determines which study path is most suitable for you.

Once you have registered your interest in studying SFI, you will be invited to an assessment meeting. After the meeting, you will receive information about when your studies will begin. You may need to wait before a place becomes available. SFI can be studied full-time, in the evenings or through distance learning.

Assessment →

SFI 1 A,B,C,D
SFI 2 B,C,D
SFI 3 C,D

Basic adult education

Do you need to supplement your education at compulsory school level? At Adult Education in Boden, you can revise subjects or take courses equivalent to Swedish compulsory school. Together with a study and career counsellor, you choose which courses to study and at what pace. We also offer placement tests when needed.

Upper secondary adult education

At Komvux, you can take a wide range of courses at upper secondary level. You may need to complete a course to obtain a full upper secondary qualification, or you may need additional courses to become eligible for further studies at a university or other higher education institution.

Upper secondary courses are available both on site and through distance learning, on a full-time or part-time basis, with flexible start and end dates. We also offer placement tests when needed.

Validation of prior learning

Validation is for people who have knowledge and experience in a particular subject or field but do not have formal documentation of their skills.

Validation is a structured process for identifying, assessing and documenting your knowledge and skills. We often know more than our formal qualifications show, and we continue to learn throughout our lives. Experience gained through work, leisure activities, education in another country, workplace training or similar activities may be recognised as part of your education.

The process makes it easier to demonstrate your knowledge and experience clearly, giving future employers or education providers a better understanding of your skills.

The validation process

Information about validation – study and career counsellor
Initial assessment – study and career counsellor
Decision on validation – study and career counsellor and vocational teacher
In-depth assessment – vocational teacher
Practical and theoretical assessment – vocational teacher
Supplementary studies/courses – study and career counsellor and vocational teacher
Grade/certificate – vocational teacher

Higher vocational education

Higher Vocational Education (YH) is a form of post-secondary education closely linked to the needs of the labour market. The programmes are designed in collaboration with employers, and many students find employment soon after graduating.

Higher Vocational Education programmes combine theoretical studies with workplace-based learning. The programmes are eligible for student finance from CSN and are approved based on labour market demand.

Adapted adult education

Adapted adult education is for people with an intellectual disability or acquired brain injury who have not completed an education equivalent to compulsory or upper secondary school. You can take courses at both compulsory and upper secondary level.

To register your interest, contact a study and career counsellor.

Current projects

Hyperlänkar

Hyperlänkar is a three-year development project (2025–2028) within Adult Education in Southern Norrbotten (VSN), involving cooperation between Boden, Piteå, Luleå, Kalix and Älvsbyn.

The project aims to make adult education in the region more accessible, equitable and digitally sustainable through shared digital solutions, closer cooperation and sustainable long-term working methods.

The project is led by Piteå Municipality and funded by the European Social Fund and Region Norrbotten.

KLiV

KLiV is a three-year project in Boden Municipality in which Adult Education and the Social Services Administration work together to strengthen skills within elderly care. The project aims to improve knowledge, confidence and quality in elderly care services.

The project is largely funded by the European Social Fund (ESF).

Our vocational programmes

Our vocational programmes are designed to meet the needs of the labour market and combine theoretical studies with practical training. You can apply for student finance from CSN while studying.