All health centers in Norway - overviews of one of Norway's most important social missions
Health centers are among the most important preventive services we have in Norway. Every single day, midwives, public health nurses and other health personnel meet pregnant women, children, young people and families with knowledge, care and security. On this page you will find quality-assured overviews of health centers in all of Norway's counties and municipalities - collected as part of The Invisible Capital , a knowledge project that highlights how values are created through people, trust and preventive work.
Introduction
This page is the gateway to a nationwide series about health centers in Norway. The goal has been to collect and quality-assert overviews of health centers in all counties and municipalities, while at the same time highlighting the important value creation that occurs through knowledge, care and prevention. This is part of The Invisible Capital – a knowledge project that highlights the people behind society's most important services and shows how the most important capital is created through people.
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Understand why health centers are so important
What do the numbers below tell us?
When we talk about health centers, it's easy to think of newborn babies.
But the reality is far greater.
Every year, around 55,000 new children are born in Norway. At the same time, the health centers follow the development of around 331,000 children between the ages of 0 and 5 – and are in contact with an even larger number of parents, guardians and families.
Behind these numbers are not just statistics.
People are hiding.
A child taking his first steps.
A mother who needs advice about breastfeeding.
A father who wonders if his child's development is normal.
A family that needs someone to talk to.
And professionals who meet them every day with knowledge, experience and confidence.
That is why health centers are so much more than a public service.
They are one of Norway's most important investments in children, families and future public health.
The latest figures from Statistics Norway show that in 2025 it was approximately:
Personnel group | Man-years |
Health nurses | 3,157 |
Midwives | 647 |
Other nurses | 1,575 |
Doctors | 240 |
Physiotherapists | 286 |
Other professional groups | 894 |
Without professional education | 340 |
Total | 7,140 man-years |
Behind every health center are people who invest their knowledge, time and care in the next generation every day. In total, around 7,100 man-years are performed in Norway's health center and school health services. It is one of the country's most important preventive social missions - and a clear example of what Invisible Capital is all about: Values that are created through people, long before they can be measured in statistics or accounting.
Births
Children born in 2025: 55,401
Children born so far in 2026: Updated when Statistics Norway publishes preliminary annual figures.
Children aged 0–5 years (January 1, 2026)
Age | Number of children |
0 years | 55,578 |
1 year | 54,634 |
2 years | 53,386 |
3 years | 53,700 |
4 years | 58,702 |
5 years | 56,053 |
Total 0 5 years | 331,053 |
The figures are based on Statistics Norway's population statistics as of 1 January 2026. The total of approximately 331,000 children also corresponds well with Statistics Norway's family and household statistics for children aged 0–5 years.
The knowledge behind The Invisible Capital
Invisible Capital is not built on one book or one idea. It has been developed through many years of study, research, international seminars, and practical experience from working life.
The books below represent some of the most important professional sources of inspiration behind the project. They have shaped the way I think about leadership, innovation, digitalization, customer experiences, value creation and – not least – the importance of the people who create the values.
Each book has contributed new perspectives. Together, they have helped develop the knowledge base for The Invisible Capital and the book project Value-Creating People.
I hope they can give you the same professional inspiration that they have given me.
Recommended books from our library
Content Strategy for the Web (2nd Edition)
Author/authors: Kristina Halvorson and Melissa Rach
Short review
How do you create content that actually helps people – and at the same time supports your business goals? Content Strategy for the Web is considered one of the most influential books in the field of content strategy and digital communications. The book shows how good content does not arise by chance, but through a deliberate strategy where user needs, the organization's goals, structure, work processes and management are closely linked.
The authors take the reader through the entire process – from planning and organizing to publishing, managing and continuously improving content on websites and digital services. Although technology has evolved since the book was published, the principles of quality, relevance, management and long-term content work are at least as relevant in an era where search engines and artificial intelligence assess the credibility and usefulness of content.
Why we recommend the book
At The Invisible Capital, we believe that good content is one of the most important forms of invisible value creation. A website is far more than design and technology – it is the content that builds trust, creates great customer experiences and helps people find the answers they are looking for.
This book is perfect for leaders, communications consultants, content producers, web editors, UX designers, and anyone working with digital services. It shows why a clear content strategy leads to better user experiences, more effective interactions, and stronger digital results over time.
In an era where artificial intelligence is increasingly important in how information is discovered, understood, and communicated, this book is more relevant than ever. It reminds us that technology alone never creates value – it is good, structured, and relevant content that makes the difference.
Don't Make Me ThinkAuthor: Steve Krug
Short review
Don't Make Me Think is one of the world's most influential books on usability and web design. Since its first edition in 2000, the book has helped designers, developers, content producers, and managers understand a simple but powerful principle: Good digital services should be intuitive. The user should be able to complete their task without having to stop and think about how the website works.
Why we recommend the book
This is one of the books that has had the greatest impact on my own work with digital services. Over the years – from SAS and the Norwegian Opera & Ballet to working on Bærum Municipality’s website – the principles in this book have been an important reminder that technology is never an end in itself. The goal is to make everyday life easier for the people who use the services. Despite the fact that the book was published many years ago, the message is just as relevant today.
Internet Marketing & eCommerce
Authors: Ward Hanson and Kirthi Kalyanam
Short review
Internet Marketing & eCommerce provides a thorough introduction to how the internet has changed marketing, commerce, and business development. The book combines theory and practical examples in digital marketing, e-commerce, customer behavior, value creation, and digital business models. Although written at a time when the internet was still in its infancy, many of the fundamental principles are still highly relevant.
Why we recommend the book
This book was an important part of my own learning journey in digital marketing and e-commerce. It helped build my understanding of how technology, customer experiences and business strategy are interconnected – an insight that later became very important in my work with SAS, the Norwegian Opera & Ballet, Bærum Municipality and eventually the project The Invisible Capital. Many of the ideas about customer value, digitalization and innovation presented on the website have their roots in the knowledge this book conveys.
The Innovator's Dilemma: When New
Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail
Author: Clayton M. Christensen
Short review
The Innovator's Dilemma is one of the most influential books on innovation and technological change. Clayton Christensen introduces the concept of "disruptive innovation" and shows how even the most successful businesses can fail when new technologies and business models change the market. Through a series of examples, he explains why established companies often have difficulty adapting to radical change - even when they do "everything right."
Why we recommend the book
This book has had a major impact on how I view innovation, digitalization, and change management. It provided a new perspective on why established businesses are challenged by new players, and why the ability to think differently is crucial in a world characterized by continuous technological development. Many of the reflections in The Invisible Capital on innovation, digital transformation, and value creation are based on the insights Clayton Christensen conveys in this classic.
New here
This article is a complete overview of the health centers in Norway.
If you first want to understand why health centers are so important for children, parents and society, we recommend that you start with the main article.
There we tell the story of the people behind the health centers, the research that shows the importance of early intervention, and why the health centers are one of Norway's most important investments in human capital.
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