Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- understand the diverse situations and challenges faced by diverse families with children
- use various methods and means of family work
- apply knowledge of legislation associated with children & families

Teaching methods

Daytime learning:

A Canvas learning environment is used to support the implementation, but it is important to take part in teaching and guidance on campus according to schedule. The study unit includes working in pairs or groups. You will receive individual feedback on assignments from the teacher, and working life or peer feedback may also be utilized.

Learning materials and recommended literature

The information on literature and other related materials will be provided later in Canvas.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning).The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Course includes a field visit and a quest speaker from work life.

Important dates

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.”

The schedule of the course indicates the dates and times for student to be present. In case student is not able to attend the contact session student must inform teacher in advance and teacher may give compensatory assignment(s). The contact sessions support the learning and help student with the assignments of the course.

Forms of internationality

There is an opportunity to participate to a Blended Intensive Program which will take place in the Netherlands Breda in November (4th - 7th).

The theme of the program is "Cross Cultural Explorations within the Social domain.

Participating Universities: Laurea Finland, LAB Finland, EvH Germany,
ESEPF Portugal, AP Belgium

Number of ECTS 3 with Transcript of Records

Location Avans university of applied sciences,
Hogeschoollaan 1, 4818CR, Breda, The Netherlands

Start of program Online 28 October

Physical program 4 November to 7 November 2024

Completion Online 15 November

- Comparison of social work in different countries: Explore how social
work and social education is addressed in various countries and learn
from the unique contexts and challenges.

- Developing a multi-perspective: Using socially relevant themes such
as poverty, sexual diversity, migration and the like, you will delve into
the different perspectives and insights within the social domain the
different countries.

- Culture-sensitive working: Strengthen your skills to work effectively
with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

This programme will not only give you a broad view of the social domain in the Netherlands and beyond, but you will also gain valuable experience by working with students from other countries. The varied activities and workshops, including one on culture-sensitive working
and the influence of the national context on social work, offer you the chance to get to know other cultures and broaden your own horizons.

From the experiences of students from Finland, Denmark, Germany, Portugal, Belgium and the Netherlands last year, the variety of the programme as well as the exchange between students from different countries were of great added value of this BIP.

Further information upon request.

Students workload

One credit equals approximately 26.7 hours of work performed by the student.

Content and scheduling

The course has five contact sessions. Additionally there is one work place visit of half a day. There are 5 assignments during this course. There is no final examination.

Further information for students

The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor's level education.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) "students must be present for the first contact teaching session, or they must notify the responsible teacher of their absence to confirm they intend to participate in studies, Alternatively, the teacher can specify a different manner for the student to confirm that they intend to participate in the studies. The completion of these measures can be required within a week of the studies having begun. The application of the aforementioned approach requires that the teacher notifies the students accepted to the study unit of the practice and that the practice is specifically mentioned in the study unit’s implementation plan.

If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place."

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

“The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).

In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level II.

Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting

To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- analyse the acquired information, draw conclusions and combine theoretical knowledge with experiential knowledge

To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- critically evaluate information and justify their actions with science-based knowledge

To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner and demonstrate their familiarity with the knowledge basis
- report and communicate in a professional manner

Professional practice and workplace development

To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- evaluate the applicability of produced knowledge, skill or idea to other contexts as well as their impact
- anticipate needs of customers and/or co-operation partners

To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- propose creative solutions at work
- promote professional co-operation and enhance customer and partner relationships

To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- act independently taking into account the operating environment
- take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs

Teamwork, skills, leadership, and responsibility

To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- evaluate and develop the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
- evaluate the possibilities for utilising competence and plan their personal development and development of the team

To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- act in a manner that promotes the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
- describe the development of their competence in relation to the learning outcomes

To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- describe the significance of their actions for successful co-operation
- describe their competence in relation to the learning outcomes


“Students who have failed to demonstrate their competence in accordance with the approved level must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit. There are two(2) additional days during the course to submit assignments.

All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarise yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed. If Ouriginal is used when assignments are checked, the lecturer will inform the students of this.