Academic year 2018 - 2019

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.

Academic year 2019 - 2020

•   Current Developments and Innovations in Social and Health Care in Finland 01439-3003 26.08.2019-31.12.2019  5 credits  (CCS219SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  - understand the Finnish social and health care system in the context of national and international social and health policy
  - identify and evaluate the social and health needs on individual and community level in Finland in comparison to his/ her own country
  - recognise differences / similarities in current developments and innovations in the social and health care service systems, social and health care programs, laws, regulations and economic factors in comparison to his/ her own country
  - recognise different methods of client and patient empowerment within social and health care in comparison to his/ her own country

  Course contents

  - global and national trends, current developments and innovations in health issues, social and health policy
  - social and health needs in Finland and in other countries, prevention of diseases and client empowerment
  - social and health care service systems, service and care chains, regulations, organisations, economical factors, applied welfare technologies
  - guidance, consulting and networking within client and patient empowerment

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Tuula Ikonen

  Mode of delivery

  80% Face-to-face, 20% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  The relevant study materials are provided during the course.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  In this study module, students will gain expertise on different innovative solutions and best practices aimed to promote health and wellbeing globally, at individual, community and society level. Students will be able to analyze and evaluate the social and health care service systems, social and health care programs, laws, regulations and economic factors that are relevant both in a Scandinavian welfare state as well as in their home countries.
  The studies are conducted in English, using both lectures and workshops as well as individual and group tasks as learning methods. Contact lessons take place at Laurea Tikkurila campus during daytime / weekdays. For the final written assignment, students can choose a topic that specifically interests them.

  Assessment methods and criteria

  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 his/her familiarity with the knowledge basis
  - report and communicate in a professional manner

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  26.08.2019 - 31.12.2019

  Enrollment date

  13.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Tuula Ikonen, Tiina Wikström

  Unit, in charge

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

  CCS2 Complementary competence (bachelor's studies in English) 2019, Health and welfare

  Unit location

  Laurea Tikkurila

  R&D proportion

  2 credits

  Virtual proportion

  1 credits

  Work placement(s)

  The course includes different options for working life co-operation that are presented at the beginning of the course.

  Exam schedule

  For the course schedule, please see Pakki.

  International connections

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students use of time and load

  One credit (1 ECTS) equals approximately 26.7 hours of work performed by the student.

•   Global Health 01464-3002 04.11.2019-31.12.2019  5 credits  (CCS219SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  - recognize the impact on globalization on health
  - increase awareness of ethical knowledge, values, principles, legislation and recommendations in global health
  - analyze effective models in health promotion worldwide

  Course contents

  - recognize the impact on globalization on health
  - increase awareness of ethical knowledge, values, principles, legislation and recommendations in global health
  - analyze effective models in health promotion worldwide

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Tuula Ikonen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  04.11.2019 - 31.12.2019

  Enrollment date

  13.05.2019 - 26.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean, Tuula Ikonen

  Unit, in charge

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

  CCS2 Complementary competence (bachelor's studies in English) 2019, Health and welfare

  Unit location

  Laurea Tikkurila

•   Multicultural and Multidisciplinary Professional Competences 01440-3002 26.08.2019-31.12.2019  5 credits  (CCS219SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  - acknowledge his/her cultural and professional knowledge and skills in the multicultural and multidisciplinary issues
  - gain more cultural know-how and competence in studying and working in internationalenvironments and society
  - evaluate his/her own value bases from the multicultural and multidisciplinary point of view
  - recognise the significance of his/her professional competences in relation to global interactions and sustainable development

  Course contents

  - students` experiences of cultural differences, living and learning abroad-higher education in different countries promoting multidisciplinary competences
  - ethical issues and special questions in different cultures and fields of services
  - study module applies Multisensory method
  - International Weeks at Laurea Tikkurila

  Further information

  In this study module students will be able to gain expertise on different innovative solutions and best practices aimed to promote multicultural and multidisciplinary professional competences. Students will be able to recognize the impact of globalization on health and wellbeing and to increase their awareness of ethical knowledge, values and professional competences. Students are also able to recognize and apply different multidisciplinary ways and methods such as Multisensory method in promoting professional competences.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Tiina Wikström

  Mode of delivery

  80% Face-to-face, 20% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Course materials are provided during the course.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  In this course, students will gain expertise on different innovative solutions and best practices aimed to promote multicultural and multidisciplinary professional competences. Students will be able to recognize the impact of globalization on holistic wellbeing and to increase their awareness of ethical knowledge, values and professional competences. Students are also able to recognize and apply different multidisciplinary ways, such as Multisensory Space method in promoting their professional competences.
  The course includes lectures and workshops and takes place at Tikkurila campus (daytime teaching during weekdays). For the final written assignment, students can choose a topic that specifically interests them.

  Assessment methods and criteria

  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 his/her familiarity with the knowledge basis
  - report and communicate in a professional manner

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  26.08.2019 - 31.12.2019

  Enrollment date

  13.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Tuula Ikonen, Anu Lindström

  Unit, in charge

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

  CCS2 Complementary competence (bachelor's studies in English) 2019, Health and welfare

  Unit location

  Laurea Tikkurila

  R&D proportion

  2 credits

  Virtual proportion

  1 credits

  Work placement(s)

  Different working life and project related opportunities will be presented at the beginning of the course.

  Exam schedule

  Kindly, see Pakki for the course schedule.

  International connections

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students use of time and load

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

•   New Technological Solutions and Innovations for Social and Health Care 01465-3001 26.08.2019-31.12.2019  5 credits  (CCS219SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  - identify current technological solutions and innovations for social and health care
  - recognize differences and similarities in challenges related to the aging of global population, such as loneliness and changes in service structures
  - evaluate methods for developing technological solutions for social and health care
  - gain more project based learning, know-how and competence in utilizing ideas of technology for social and health care
  - analyse ethical aspects in health and wellness related technology

  Course contents

  -best practices for using technological solutions for social and health services in different countries
  - end-users as co-developers of technological solutions and services
  - different eServices promoting health and wellness-technology and the challenges of the aging population
  - innovative examples from different EU and other projects
  - empowering clients and patients through different methods of self-expression and social connectivity

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Tiina Wikström

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Course materials are provided during the course.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  In this course, the students will be able to analyze effective innovative and technological models, good practices and projects in health and wellness promotion worldwide. Students are also able to recognize and practice different multidisciplinary ways and methods of wellness promotion in different context within social and health care. The different projects introduced during the course focus on ICT solutions and enhanced end-user engagement and are meant to promote the wellness and health of all, especially the aging population. Some of the key themes approached through the innovative use of ICT and field-related projects include user-friendly eServices as well as empowerment, social connectivity, quality of life and inclusion through digital skills and AI-based services. Also, the concept of sustainability as well as the future of circular economy is studied during the course. For the final written assignment, the students can choose a topic of their interest.
  The course takes place at Tikkurila campus (daytime studies).

  Assessment methods and criteria

  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 his/her familiarity with the knowledge basis
  - report and communicate in a professional manner

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  26.08.2019 - 31.12.2019

  Enrollment date

  13.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Maria Normann

  Unit, in charge

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

  CCS2 Complementary competence (bachelor's studies in English) 2019, Health and welfare

  Unit location

  Laurea Tikkurila

  R&D proportion

  2 credits

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Work placement(s)

  The course is interlinked with Erasmus+ DISC project as well as different other ICT related projects.

  Exam schedule

  For course schedule, please see Pakki.

  International connections

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students use of time and load

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

•   Nursing of Surgical Patients and the Care Environment R0400-3003 19.08.2019-31.12.2019  5 credits  (CCS219SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to
  - describe how changes to the vital functions of a surgical patient can be anticipated and assessed before surgery, during surgery and after surgery
  - apply their physiological and anatomical knowledge-base in the observation of a surgical patient's vital functions and in their care
  - apply methods for the examination, observation and maintenance of the vital functions of a surgical patient in a patient-centred nursing and taking into account the needs of special groups (trauma patients, neurosurgery patients, heart surgery patients)
  - use different methods of documentation and reporting related to the care of a surgical patient
  - plan and apply the methods for a surgical patient's guidance and psychological support in a patient-centred nursing
  - describe the overall rehydration and medicinal treatment of a surgical patient
  - describe the development needs for the care and service paths of surgical patients and plan evidence-based nursing procedures to improve the quality, safety and cost-effectiveness of surgical patient care
  - critically analyse and develop one's skills in the care of a surgical theatre patient
  - describe ethical problems and act according to ethical principles in the surgical care environment

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Reija Korhonen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Recommended study material will be published later.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Contact lessons, lectures, workshops and simulation workshops.

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Attendance and participation to all workshops and simulation workshops is MANDATORY
  Participation in contact lessons, workshops and simulation workshops.
  Written assignment that is assessed T1-K5 / failed.

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2019 - 31.12.2019

  Enrollment date

  13.05.2019 - 26.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Anna Niskanen, Heli Karjalainen Virtuaalihenkilö 2

  Further information for students

  Attendance and participation to 1st contact lesson is MANDATORY
  Attendance and participation to all workshops and simulation workshops is MANDATORY
  Attendance at to 75% of contact lessons mandatory.
  
  Please note: You must have passed the following basic courses to be accepted to this study unit:
  All first year nursing studies
  V1606 Care of clients with chronic illnesses 10cr
  V1608 Professional development in Clinical Practice II - (at least the workshops and simulations)
  V1609 Decision making in Acute Care nursing 10cr
  V1611 Professional development in Clinical Practice III (at least the workshops and simulations)

  Unit, in charge

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

  CCS2 Complementary competence (bachelor's studies in English) 2019, Health and welfare

  Unit location

  Laurea Tikkurila

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Exam schedule

  Will be available in Pakki and will be discussed during the first contact lesson

  International connections

  Study unit is suitable for nursing exchange students.

  Students use of time and load

  5 credits = 135 hours of student's work.

  Content periodicity

  The study unit will be taught during the autumn 2019