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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  Teacher in charge

  Tiina Wikström

  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  The relevant study materials are provided during the course.

  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.

  Evaluation 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 period

  13.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean, Sanna Soini, Tiina Wikström

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  2 credits

  Virtual portion

  1 credits

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

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

  Important dates

  For the course schedule, please see Pakki.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

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

•   Current Developments and Innovations in Social and Health Care in Finland 01439-3005 07.01.2020-10.04.2020  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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  Teacher in charge

  Tiina Wikström

  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  The relevant study materials are provided during the course.

  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.

  Evaluation 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

  07.01.2020 - 10.04.2020

  Enrollment period

  25.11.2019 - 06.01.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Sanna Soini, Tiina Wikström

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  2 credits

  Virtual portion

  1 credits

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

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

  Important dates

  For the course schedule, please see Pakki.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

  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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  Teacher in charge

  Niina Glerean

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  04.11.2019 - 31.12.2019

  Enrollment period

  13.05.2019 - 26.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

•   Global Health 01464-3006 01.01.2020-31.07.2020  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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  Teacher in charge

  Niina Glerean

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Updated list om materials will be informed later
  
  Global Vaccine Action Plan - Decade of Vaccine Collaboration. 2013. Vaccine 31, 5– 31.
  
  Hanlon P, Carlisle S, Hannah M, Reilly D & Lyon A. 2011. Making the case for a ‘fifth wave’ in public Health. Public Health 125, 30-36.
  
  Henwood BF, Cabassa LJ, Craig CM & DK. 2013. Permanent Supportive Housing: Addressing Homelessness and Health Disparities? American Journal of Public Health, 103(2), 188-192.
  
  Jacobs DE. 2011. Environmental Health Disparities in Housing. American Journal of Public Health, 101(1), 115-122.
  
  Kass NE. 2001. An Ethics Framework for Public Health. American Journal of Public Health, 91(11), 1776-1782.
  
  Kaza N, Knaap G-J, Knaap I & Lewis R. 2011. Peak Oil, Urban Form, and Public Health: Exploring the Connections. American Journal of Public Health 101(9), 1598-1606.
  
  Kidder, T. (2004). Mountains beyond mountains. New York: Random House
  
  Lundman B, Al L, Jonsen E, Lövheim H, Nygren B, Santamäki R, Strandberg G & Nordberg A. 2012.Inner Strength in Relation to Functional Status, Disease, Living Arrangements, and Social
  Relationships Among People Aged 85 Years and Older. Feature Article. Nursing 33 (3), 167-176.
  
  Mackie P. 2010. Social justice and social responsibility: Towards a value-base for global public health. Public Health 124, 620-625.
  
  Mikesell L, Bromley E & Khodyakov D. 2013. Ethical Community-Engaged Research: A Literature Review. American Journal of Public Health 103(12), 7-14.
  
  Pourisharifa H, Babapoura FJ, Zamanib R, Besharatb MA, Mehryarb AH & Rajabb A. 2010. The effectiveness of motivational interviewing in improving health outcomes in adults with type 2 diabetes. Procedia Social and Behavioral Sciences 5,1580–1584.
  
  Schrecker T. 2013. Can health equity survive epidemiology? Standards of proof and social determinants of health. Preventive Medicine 57, 741–744.
  
  Quaglio GL, Karapiperis T, Van Woensel L, Arnold E & McDaid D. 2013. Austerity and health in Europe. Health Policy 113,13–19.
  
  Skolnik, Richard 2015, Global Health 101
  http://books.google.fi/books/about/Global_Health_101.html?id=sBQRpj4uWmYC&redir_esc=y

  Teaching methods

  In this study module students will be able to gain expertise on major contemporary issues and challenges of global health with an interprofessional perspective and social approach. It is open to students from all disciplines.
  
  Students will examine global disease burden and distribution, health determinants and disparities, health policy, and the challenges and outcomes of global health interventions. Key global health themes to be explored would include: communicable and non-communicable diseases, environmental health, child health, reproductive health and rights, and health among refugees and displaced population. Topics will be examined in relation to global interdependency, highlighting how both global and disparities and global health policy responses are shaped through global ties and tensions.
  
  Students will have to write essays and there will be small weekly online assignments such as group discussions etc. during the course.

  Evaluation methods and criteria

  Assessment:
  Written assignment will be assesed with T1-K5/failed (1 = Pass, 2 = Satisfactory, 3 = Good, 4 = Very Good, 5 = Excellent).
  
  Small assignments and group discussions will be evaluated (pass/fail). Passing the course requires active partipation to online discussions and completing the written reports/essays in given timetable.

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.01.2020 - 31.07.2020

  Enrollment period

  25.11.2019 - 15.12.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean, Tinja Kaivolahti

  Further information for students

  The timetable and more deteailed information about course will be send to the registered students in the end of January 2020.

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  Virtual portion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Internationality

  Course is integrated to Laurea International Week 25th - 29th March 2019

  Students workload

  5 credits = 135 hours of student work

  Content and scheduling

  Content:
  - The concept of Global health
  - Health for all 2020 (WHO), key health indicators, health determinants and disparities, overview for global and domestic diseases, communicable and non-communicable diseases, pandemics, public and private expenditure on health, the cost-effectiveness of health interventions
  - Ethical issues of health: human / patients´ rights, values and global health, health services organized worldwide, immigration and refugee situation
  - Effective models in health promotion worldwide

•   Multicultural and Multidisciplinary Professional Competences 01440-3002 26.08.2019-10.12.2019  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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  Teacher in charge

  Tiina Wikström

  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Course materials are provided during the course.

  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.

  Evaluation 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 - 10.12.2019

  Enrollment period

  13.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean, Tiina Wikström

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  2 credits

  Virtual portion

  1 credits

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

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

  Important dates

  Kindly, see Pakki for the course schedule.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

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

•   Multicultural and Multidisciplinary Professional Competences 01440-3004 28.02.2020-10.05.2020  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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  Teacher in charge

  Tiina Wikström

  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Course materials are provided during the course.

  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.

  Evaluation 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

  28.02.2020 - 10.05.2020

  Enrollment period

  25.11.2019 - 27.02.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Tiina Wikström

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  2 credits

  Virtual portion

  1 credits

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

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

  Important dates

  Kindly, see Pakki for the course schedule.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

  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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  Teacher in charge

  Tiina Wikström

  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Course materials are provided during the course.

  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).

  Evaluation 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 period

  13.05.2019 - 31.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Maria Normann, Niina Glerean

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  2 credits

  Virtual portion

  2 credits

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

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

  Important dates

  For course schedule, please see Pakki.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

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

•   New Technological Solutions and Innovations for Social and Health Care 01465-3006 02.03.2020-12.06.2020  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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  Teacher in charge

  Maria Normann

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Course materials are provided during the course.

  Teaching methods

  In this course, the students will study technological solutions, good practices and projects in health and wellness promotion in social and health care worldwide.
  
  Some of the themes approached are multidiciplinary perspectives, gamification, enhanced end-user engagement, eServices, empowerment, social connectivity, quality of life, 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.
  
  The study unit is an online course and consists of both individual and group assignments (all online). For the final written assignment, the students can choose a topic of their interest.
  
  For supplementary or delayed tasks, there will be no feedback.

  Evaluation 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

  02.03.2020 - 12.06.2020

  Enrollment period

  17.03.2019 - 25.03.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  7 - 7

  Teacher(s)

  Maria Normann, Tiina Wikström

  Unit

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  2 credits

  Virtual portion

  5 credits

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

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

  Important dates

  For course schedule, please see Pakki.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

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

  Evaluation criteria

  Approved / Failed

  Fail, 1-5

•   Nursing of Surgical Patients and the Care Environment R0400-3003 19.08.2019-31.10.2019  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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  Teacher in charge

  Reija Korhonen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Recommended study material will be published later.

  Teaching methods

  Contact lessons, lectures, workshops and simulation workshops.

  Evaluation 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 - 31.10.2019

  Enrollment period

  13.05.2019 - 26.05.2019

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS219SY

  Seats

  20 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Juuso Jaskari, Anna Niskanen

  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

  Laurea Tikkurila, sote

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Important dates

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

  Internationality

  Study unit is suitable for nursing exchange students.

  Students workload

  5 credits = 135 hours of student's work.

  Content and scheduling

  The study unit will be taught during the autumn 2019

Academic year 2020 - 2021

•   Global Health 01464-3005 01.08.2020-31.12.2020  5 credits  (CCS220SY) +-
  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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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Updated list om materials will be informed later
  
  Global Vaccine Action Plan - Decade of Vaccine Collaboration. 2013. Vaccine 31, 5– 31.
  
  Hanlon P, Carlisle S, Hannah M, Reilly D & Lyon A. 2011. Making the case for a ‘fifth wave’ in public Health. Public Health 125, 30-36.
  
  Henwood BF, Cabassa LJ, Craig CM & DK. 2013. Permanent Supportive Housing: Addressing Homelessness and Health Disparities? American Journal of Public Health, 103(2), 188-192.
  
  Jacobs DE. 2011. Environmental Health Disparities in Housing. American Journal of Public Health, 101(1), 115-122.
  
  Kass NE. 2001. An Ethics Framework for Public Health. American Journal of Public Health, 91(11), 1776-1782.
  
  Kaza N, Knaap G-J, Knaap I & Lewis R. 2011. Peak Oil, Urban Form, and Public Health: Exploring the Connections. American Journal of Public Health 101(9), 1598-1606.
  
  Kidder, T. (2004). Mountains beyond mountains. New York: Random House
  
  Lundman B, Al L, Jonsen E, Lövheim H, Nygren B, Santamäki R, Strandberg G & Nordberg A. 2012.Inner Strength in Relation to Functional Status, Disease, Living Arrangements, and Social
  Relationships Among People Aged 85 Years and Older. Feature Article. Nursing 33 (3), 167-176.
  
  Mackie P. 2010. Social justice and social responsibility: Towards a value-base for global public health. Public Health 124, 620-625.
  
  Mikesell L, Bromley E & Khodyakov D. 2013. Ethical Community-Engaged Research: A Literature Review. American Journal of Public Health 103(12), 7-14.
  
  Pourisharifa H, Babapoura FJ, Zamanib R, Besharatb MA, Mehryarb AH & Rajabb A. 2010. The effectiveness of motivational interviewing in improving health outcomes in adults with type 2 diabetes. Procedia Social and Behavioral Sciences 5,1580–1584.
  
  Schrecker T. 2013. Can health equity survive epidemiology? Standards of proof and social determinants of health. Preventive Medicine 57, 741–744.
  
  Quaglio GL, Karapiperis T, Van Woensel L, Arnold E & McDaid D. 2013. Austerity and health in Europe. Health Policy 113,13–19.
  
  Skolnik, Richard 2015, Global Health 101
  http://books.google.fi/books/about/Global_Health_101.html?id=sBQRpj4uWmYC&redir_esc=y

  Teaching methods

  In this study module students will be able to gain expertise on major contemporary issues and challenges of global health with an interprofessional perspective and social approach. It is open to students from all disciplines.
  
  Students will examine global disease burden and distribution, health determinants and disparities, health policy, and the challenges and outcomes of global health interventions. Key global health themes to be explored would include: communicable and non-communicable diseases, environmental health, child health, reproductive health and rights, and health among refugees and displaced population. Topics will be examined in relation to global interdependency, highlighting how both global and disparities and global health policy responses are shaped through global ties and tensions.
  
  Students will have to write essays and there will be small weekly online assignments such as group discussions etc. during the course.

  Evaluation methods and criteria

  Assessment:
  Written assignment will be assesed with T1-K5/failed (1 = Pass, 2 = Satisfactory, 3 = Good, 4 = Very Good, 5 = Excellent).
  
  Small assignments and group discussions will be evaluated (pass/fail). Passing the course requires active partipation to online discussions and completing the written reports/essays in given timetable.
  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
  
  “Students who have failed assignments or examinations required for passing a study unit must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit.” (Laurea degree regulations.)
  
  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 Urkund is used when assignments are checked, the lecturer will inform the students of this.]

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment period

  18.05.2020 - 31.07.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS220SY

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean

  Further information for students

  The timetable and more detailed information about course will be send to the registered students in the course info 17.9 (Zoom)

  Unit

  Laurea Yhteinen (not translated)

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  Virtual portion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Important dates

  Compulsory course info 17.9, zoom link will be sent later via email
  Compulsory learning point sessions 27.11 8-16

  Internationality

  Collaboration with De Montfort University (UK)

  Students workload

  5 credits = 135 hours of student work

  Content and scheduling

  Content:
  - The concept of Global health
  - Health for all 2020 (WHO), key health indicators, health determinants and disparities, overview for global and domestic diseases, communicable and non-communicable diseases, pandemics, public and private expenditure on health, the cost-effectiveness of health interventions
  - Ethical issues of health: human / patients´ rights, values and global health, health services organized worldwide, immigration and refugee situation
  - Effective models in health promotion worldwide

•   International Orientation for Exchange Students 01097-3003 01.08.2020-31.12.2020  5 credits  (CCS220SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Ennen vaihtoa:
  Opiskelija osaa perusteet kohdemaansa historiasta ja kulttuurista ja ymmärtää niiden vaikutuksen jokapäiväiseen elämään.
  Opiskelija osaa hahmottaa oman ammattialansa käytännön toimintaa vieraassa kulttuurissa ja soveltaa ammatillista osaamistaan.
  Opiskelija osaa työskennellä erilaisten asiakasryhmien kanssa sekä erilaisissa työyhteisöissä.
  
  
  Vaihdon aikana:
  Opiskelija osaa tunnistaa ja käsitellä mahdollisia kulttuurieroavaisuuksia ja niiden herättämiä tunteita.
  Opiskelija osaa toimia kohdemaan kulttuurissa ja oppii tunnistamaan ja arvostamaan erilaisuutta.
  
  Vaihdon jälkeen:
  Opiskelija ymmärtää paremmin erilaisia kulttuureja ja erilaisuutta, osaa toimia monikulttuuristen asiakkaiden kanssa.  Opiskelija tunnistaa erilaisten asiakasryhmien ja kulttuurien herättämiä tunteita ja ristiriitoja ja käsittelee omia tunteitaan muiden kanssa.

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  Mode of delivery

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

  Teaching methods

  International Orientation for Exchange Students takes place at Tikkurila campus, including the intro at Leppävaara campus and the 1st week's orientation program in Tikkurila.It also includes PSP and ToR guidance prior and after the studies.

  Evaluation methods and criteria

  “The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula and the evaluation criteria provided in the study unit’s implementation plan” (Laurea degree regulations).
  
  In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done based on attendance, and the course is graded as accepted.

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment period

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS220SY

  Teacher(s)

  Tiina Wikström

  Further information for students

  The study unit is meant for exchange students.

  Unit

  Laurea Yhteinen (not translated)

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  1 credits

  Virtual portion

  1 credits

  Important dates

  The implementation schedule is directly visible to students in Pakki as implementation reservations.

  Internationality

  The study unit is meant for exchange students.

  Students workload

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

  Content and scheduling

  This course serves as an introductory course for Laurea exchange students who join Tikkurila Social and Health Care studies.
  It covers study practicalities, LbD, required ICT skills and information etc.It also includes PSP, LA and Curriculum guidance druing the studies.

•   Multicultural and Multidisciplinary Professional Competences 01440-3005 07.09.2020-18.12.2020  5 credits  (CCS220SY) +-
  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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  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  The relevant course materials will be provided during the course.

  Teaching methods

  NB! DUE TO THE CORONA SITUATION, ALL F-TO-F MEETINGS TAKE PLACE IN ZOOM
  
  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. The course environment is Optima.
  
  NB! In case of corona restrictions, the course will take place online, using zoom and padlet.

  Evaluation 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
  
  “Students who have failed assignments or examinations required for passing a study unit must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit..” (Laurea degree regulations.)
  
  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 Urkund is used when assignments are checked, the lecturer will inform the students of this.]

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  07.09.2020 - 18.12.2020

  Enrollment period

  18.05.2020 - 30.06.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS220SY

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean, Tiina Wikström

  Further information for students

  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 enrolment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.”
  
  For open UAS students, 25 places are reserved.

  Unit

  Laurea Yhteinen (not translated)

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  1 credits

  Virtual portion

  4 credits

  Alternative completion methods

  According to the degree regulations “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 module or study unit or another person designated by the director of the UAS unit. The assessment is carried out according to the same criteria and grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit.” For further information visit Link.

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

  The course is connected with Erasmus +project DISC.

  Important dates

  The implementation schedule is visible to students in Pakki as implementation reservations. The last meeting serves as the final seminar. There is no exam in this course but the written assignments need to be handed in latest by the final seminar date.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

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

•   Nursing of Surgical Patients and the Care Environment R0409-3002 01.08.2020-31.12.2020  5 credits  (CCS220SY) +-
  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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  Teacher in charge

  Mika Alastalo

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Recommended study material will be published later.

  Teaching methods

  Contact lessons, lectures, workshops and simulation workshops

  Evaluation 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.
  
  For more detailed information, please see the information in the link below.
  
  https://laureauas.sharepoint.com/sites/linken/Documents/Assessment%20criteria%20for%20bachelor%20students%20a2018-.pdf

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment period

  18.05.2020 - 24.05.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS220SY

  Seats

  20 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Niina Glerean, Heli Karjalainen Virtuaalihenkilö 1, Mika Alastalo

  Further information for students

  Student mus participate to the first contact lesson (orientation) to maintain his/her place in the study unit. If student cannot participate to orientation, he/she must inform the course teacher. If student fails to attend to orientation and fails inform the teacher, he /she may loose his/her place in the study unit.

  Unit

  Laurea Yhteinen (not translated)

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Important dates

  Will be available in Pakki and will be discussed during the first contact lesson.
  Student must participate to the 1st contact lesson / orientation.
  Attendance to at least 80% of the lectures is mandatory.
  Attendance to ALL workshops and simulations is mandatory.
  There will be a written assignment that will be graded 1-5.

  Internationality

  Study unit is suitable for nursing exchange students

  Students workload

  5 credits = 135 hours of student's work.

  Content and scheduling

  The study unit will be taught during the autumn 2020

•   Pedagogical Competence in Early Childhood Education R000BN85-3010 01.08.2020-30.03.2021  10 credits  (CCS220SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to:
  - analyse the value base, aims and underpinning knowledge of early childhood education
  - take a child's characteristic ways of acting into account in education
  - recognize the significance of inclusion, communality and dialogical interaction in a child's growth, development and learning
  - create preconditions for an educational partnership and cooperation

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  Teacher in charge

  Kati Rintakorpi

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  Information will be available on Optima / Canvas not later than two weeks before the course starts.

  Teaching methods

  The course is part of the qualification of an early childhood education teacher (varhaiskasvatuksen opettaja).
  
  Implementation of the course is divided into two parts: 5 ECTS in the autumn term 2020 and 5 ECTS in the spring term 2021.
  
  The lessons and workshops will take place on Tikkurila campus. Attendance requirement at lessons and workshops will be 75% / 100% to achieve the versatile theoretical and practical skills required for an early childhood education teacher.
  
  Laurea's lecturers and experts are responsible for teaching. The course includes individual, paired and small group assignments, working life cooperation, home study and knowledge sharing seminars. Instructions for the assignments will be available at Optima / Canvas workspace.

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 30.03.2021

  Enrollment period

  18.05.2020 - 30.06.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS220SY

  Teacher(s)

  Kati Rintakorpi

  Unit

  Laurea Yhteinen (not translated)

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Failed

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

  Autumn term 2020:
  
  Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) quality and development project with ECEC professionals. The assignment examines the development recommendations of the National Education Evaluation Center (Karvi 2019), discusses the situation in practice (staff interviews) and reflects on the theory. The task is carried out in group and pair work. The assignment consists of an essay and a presentation of about 15 minutes. The topic will be chosen by the group.
  
  Spring term 2021:
  
  Child observation and parent cooperation task in a kindergarten. Individual work. Essay and child description. The description will be used as a reference in the process of the Child's Individual Curriculum (The Child's VASU) studies during this course.

  Important dates

  You will find more detailed information about the deadlines at Optima / Canvas not later than two weeks before the course starts.

  Content and scheduling

  Autumn term 2020:
  3 ECTS Early Childhood Education and Care basic studies
  2 ECTS Development and learning of the child
  
  Spring term 2020:
  5 ECTS Agency of the child and the family in Early Childhood Education and Care

•   Wellness at Work V1362-3002 11.09.2020-30.10.2020  5 credits  (CCS220SY) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student isable to
  - broadly perceive different local and global factors that promote wellness at work in different fields
  - identify different local and global programs, plans and good practices for wellness at work
  - recognize and practice different ways and methods (such as multisensory methods, art, relaxation, NLP and other cognitive methods, narrativity, solution-oriented and supervisory methods etc.) of reducing work-related stress factors and health and wellness risks, both in their own student lives and future working lives
  - identify and acknowledge the best practices from employee to manager to impact wellness at work

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  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning materials and recommended literature

  The course materials are provided during the course.

  Teaching methods

  NB! DUE TO THE CORONA SITUATION, F-TO-F MEETINGS TAKE PLACE IN ZOOM
  Learning outcomes of the course
  The student is able to
  - broadly perceive different local and global factors that promote wellness at work in different fields
  - identify different local and global programs, plans and good practices for wellness at work
  - recognize and practice different ways and methods (such as multisensory methods, art, relaxation, NLP and other cognitive methods, narrativity, solution-oriented and supervisory methods etc.) of reducing work-related stress factors and health and wellness risks, both in their own student lives and future working lives
  - identify and acknowledge the best practices from employee to manager to impact wellness at work
  
  The course takes place online, in zoom and padlet.

  Evaluation 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
  
  “Students who have failed assignments or examinations required for passing a study unit must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit. (Laurea degree regulations.)
  
  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 Urkund is used when assignments are checked, the lecturer will inform the students of this.]

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  11.09.2020 - 30.10.2020

  Enrollment period

  18.05.2020 - 30.06.2020

  Number of ECTS credits allocated

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • CCS220SY

  Seats

  0 - 50

  Teacher(s)

  Tiina Wikström

  Further information for students

  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 enrolment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.”
  
  When places available, max 20 open UAS and 5 3AMK students can attend the course.

  Unit

  Laurea Yhteinen (not translated)

  Programme(s)

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

  Campus

  Laurea Tikkurila

  RDI portion

  1 credits

  Virtual portion

  4 credits

  Alternative completion methods

  According to the degree regulations “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 module or study unit or another person designated by the director of the UAS unit. The assessment is carried out according to the same criteria and grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit.” For further information visit Link.

  Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

  This course is partly connected with Erasmus+ DISC project.

  Important dates

  The actual implementation schedule is directly visible to students in Pakki as implementation reservations. There is no exam in this course but the course porfolio is to be returned one week after the final seminar.

  Internationality

  The study unit is suitable for exchange students.

  Students workload

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