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  1. A0e + A0Se combined course

    in accordance to the requirements given by the Norwegian Council of Concrete Competence, BOR. This course ... gain approved competence. This is done at your workplace. The application form and competence requirements

    Course Nov. 10–11

  2. Work-Life balance in Norway: Three things you should know

    ...expectations, this is what you need to know about the Norwegian work culture. Working in Norway There are a few ... outside the workplace. “In my experience, Norwegian employers endeavour to create a workplace where employees...

    Article Working in Norway Dec. 20 2022

  3. Salary in Norway: 6 things you need to know

    ...as a minimum wage? Here’s what to know about Norwegian wages. Working in Norway When it comes to the ... high salaries. Yet, there are some aspects of Norwegian wages that tend to confuse new arrivals. “For...

    Article Working in Norway May 18 2022

  4. Social welfare in Norway: The nuts and bolts

    ...how does it work? Here is an overview of the Norwegian social democratic model and some of the main public ... to your participation in the labor market. The Norwegian welfare state is built upon a social democratic...

    Article Working in Norway Dec. 20 2022

  5. Trade unions in Norway: Four things you need to know

    Norway? Trade unions are an important part of the Norwegian labour market. Here are the basic facts. Working ... navigate the system if problems arise at the workplace, or if you need help in any other way related...

    Article Working in Norway Dec. 9 2022

  6. Mobbing in the Workplace

    Tekna’s legal department Mobbing in the Workplace Workplace mobbing may be defined as a situation where ... to hostile acts committed by others at their workplace over a period of time. Råd og tips Mobbing may...

    Article Råd og tips Feb. 22 2021

  7. Working in Norway: Don’t Say “Hello” in the Morning

    ...is the most important unwritten rule in Norwegian workplace, which all work in Norway is based on? Readers ... misunderstanding,international workplace,the norwegian model,the Norwegian workplace,working in norway, Working...

    Article Working in Norway Dec. 6 2017

  8. Opinions

    ...policy commitment. Salary and benefits policy (in norwegian) Higher education and research Tekna aims to ensure ... complete PhDs and their skills are valued in the workplace. The education sector must also be transformed...

    Topic

  9. Changes to home office laws finally passed

    You must have the option of working at your workplace, too. Employers mustn’t be allowed to use these ... Ministry justifies this position by stating that workplaces are different; therefore, needs for equipment...

    Article Aktuelt Apr. 6 2022

  10. What is the Norwegian Model?

    What is the Norwegian Model? Being a member of a trade union is an important piece of the puzzle often ... often called "The Norwegian Model" - a cooperative model that is unique to the Nordic countries. Aktuelt...

    Article Aktuelt May 11 2020

  11. Why join a trade union today?

    ...av Norwegian employees are members of a trade union. – Many people take several of the Norwegian welfare ... virus pandemic has truly shown the value of the Norwegian Model and tripartite cooperation among labor unions...

    Article Råd og tips Apr. 19 2021

  12. New membership record: Tekna passes 90,000

    ...membership Holten feels that the pandemic, and the workplace challenges that followed, have highlighted the ... union. - When there’s uncertainty about your own workplace, lay-offs and downsizing, you see what an important...

    Article Aktuelt Oct. 6 2021

  13. Employee Wellness in the Norwegian Work Culture

    ...environment Have you heard the one about the Norwegian husband who loved his wife so much, he almost ... joke brings a smile to many faces, Norwegians and non-Norwegians alike. Why is this so? Perhaps because...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 15 2021

  14. Want to work in Norway? This is what you need to know

    ...within the European Economic Area (EEA, or EØS in Norwegian) and qualify as an employee. — You do have to ... — There has to be an actual job offer from a Norwegian employer on the table. Your education also has...

    Article Working in Norway Sept. 30 2022

  15. How pensions work in Norway

    ...a good idea to wrap your mind around how the Norwegian pension system works here. Your pension comes ... coming to Norway should know about pensions. Norwegian National Insurance Scheme (“Folketrygden”) For...

    Article Working in Norway Sept. 16 2022

  16. Record growth – Tekna membership passes 100,000

    ...trade union in primary organization Federation of Norwegian Professional Associations (Akademikerne), representing ... members In 2004, Tekna changed its name from the Norwegian Civil Engineers Association to Tekna. One of the...

    Article Aktuelt Mar. 13 2023

  17. You’re not safe from attacks on your home office – and have to take this stuff seriously!

    Elisabeth Haugsbø believes it’s important that all Norwegians protect their home offices from cyberattacks ... vice-president Elisabet Haugsbø feels strongly that all Norwegians should know how to protect themselves from becoming...

    Article Råd og tips Feb. 24 2022

  18. Whistleblowing in the Workplace

    Tekna’s legal department Whistleblowing in the Workplace As an employee you have the right to reveal information ... about unethical or illegal conditions at your workplace. Hired workers also have the right to report these...

    Article Råd og tips Feb. 28 2021

  19. How Not to Get Burned in the Interview Hot Seat

    ...morning. I know no one at this workplace and know only a bit about the workplace itself. What I do know is ... interview skills,job interview tips,the Norwegian workplace,working in norway, Working in Norway I’ve...

    Article Working in Norway Feb. 27 2020

  20. Travel time is work time

    ...outside your normal working hours to a different workplace than your usual one, is this considered work time ... officer spent on traveling to and from a different workplace than his usual one, and which fell outside of...

    Article Råd og tips Mar. 28 2022

  21. First Impressions and Foreigners: Which Language Should You Speak?

    ...recent course – Intercultural Communication in the Workplace – held last week in Stavanger, Norway, a comment ... intercultural communication,international workplace,Norwegian language,working in norway, Working in Norway...

    Article Working in Norway Sept. 17 2017

  22. Get started with your membership in Tekna

    ...members Tax deductible expense Tekna groups (workplace groups) Tekna Magasinet Tekna Ung Teknisk Ukeblad ... go to My Profile and Consents (“Samtykker” in Norwegian). What: Insurers Gjensidige Forsikring have been...

    Article Råd og tips Aug. 16 2021

  23. Working Overtime While Living Abroad

    ...work hours and overtime, apply on Norwegian territory. But when Norwegian employees cross the country’s borders ... rules apply; this is because if in certain caes Norwegian regulations don’t apply, the ones in the country...

    Article Råd og tips Feb. 21 2021

  24. Sickness and Sick Leave

    ...and 2) the possibility of accommodating your workplace to your illness. If you are ill, you can get a ... doctor, company union representative and/or the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration (NAV). Timeline...

    Article Råd og tips Sept. 15 2021

  25. Norwegian Work Culture

    Norwegian Work Culture As a foreign employee in Norway, please take the time to learn about a certain ... certain number of unique features of the Norwegian workplace, so that you will find it easier to settle in...

    Article Mar. 13 2015