Please select the curriculum by the start year of studies and track.
Hanna Nurmiranta
Face-to-face
Course materials are provided during the course
This course will be implemented through contact lessons (or online classes, depending on the Covid-19 situation), individual assignment, work in pairs and group work.
The main focus areas are the growth and development of human beings, familiarizing the work surroundings at social services and understanding the meaning of professional ethical principles.
The study unit contains:
- Contact lessons at Laurea Lohja Campus (Or online if needed)
- Study visits with a group work
- An interview (in pairs) and a test
- An essay
Worklife co-operation and student councelling will be integrated
“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 by using the criteria set for requirement level I.
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose
- relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
- search for information in different sources
- report
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- work independently, using the skills and methods learned
- take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
- anticipate his/her need for guidance
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- work using the skills and methods learned
- engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
- take part in guidance and utilise it
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- promote the team’s work and team spirit
- manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
- work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
- plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- engage in goal-oriented work in a team
- plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
- detect safety-related risks
- justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work as a member of a team
- plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
- work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
- follow the provided instructions and rules
[Leave the parts that apply] “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. ... A failed examination or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt.” (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.]
English
09.08.2021 - 15.10.2021
20 - 40
Hanna Nurmiranta, Sanna Hämäläinen
The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor level education.
The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available in Canvas.
Laurea university of applied sciences
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
H-5
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 the student intranet.
Study visits and an interview
The actual implementation schedule is visible in Pakki as implementation reservations.
Attendance is compulsory for all lessonsa unless agreed separately in class.
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.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
The study unit is suitable for exchange students.
One credit equals approximately 26.7 hours of work performed by the student.
Orientation
Basic premises of human growth and development : 2 credits
Client encounters and various life situations: 2 credits
Values and ethical principles: 1 credit
Johanna Kamke
Face-to-face
Study book Kuparinen - Tapaninen: Oma suomi 1. Suomea aikuisille. Chapters 10 - 13. Additional materials on Canvas.
Contact lessons at Laurea's Lohja campus
Course evaluation is based on designated course assignments, written and oral assessment.
English
01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
24.05.2021 - 30.05.2021
20 - 30
Johanna Kamke
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
H-5
International implementation
5 credit points equals approx. 135 hours of student's work. This consists of attending contact lessons, individual studies and group work.
The student can understand most phrases and high frequency vocabulary related to areas of immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). The student can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.The student can read short, simple texts. The student can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and the student can understand short simple personal messages.
The student can communicate to some extent in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. The student can handle very short social exchanges, even though the student can't understand enough to keep the conversation going oneself.The student can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms one's family and other people, living conditions, one's educational background and one's present or most recent job.
The student can write short, very simple notes and messages. The student can write a very simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something.
The student can understand phrases and the high frequency vocabulary related to areas of immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). The student can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.The student can read short, simple texts. The student can find specific, predictable information in everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and the student can understand short simple personal messages.
The student can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. The student can handle short social exchanges, even though the student can't usually understand enough to keep the conversation going oneself.The student can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms one's family and other people, living conditions, one's educational background and one's present or most recent job.
The student can write short, simple notes and messages. The student can write a very simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something.
The student can understand phrases and the high frequency vocabulary related to areas of immediate personal relevance or interest (e.g. basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). The student can catch the main point in short and clear messages and announcements.The student can read short, simple texts. The student can find specific, predictable information in everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and the student can understand simple personal messages.
The student can communicate in routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. The student can handle short social exchanges, even though the student may not understand enough to keep the conversation going oneself.The student can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe one's family and other people, living conditions, one's educational background and one's present or most recent job.
The student can write simple notes and messages. The student can write a simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something.
Jarmo Mikkonen
Face-to-face
Materials are mostly online and concern social services and how they are realized in Finland.
Classroom studies, detailed information on course Canvas.
The course includes tasks that must be passed satisfactorily to obtain a grade
English
01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
20 - 40
Jarmo Mikkonen
Laurea university of applied sciences
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
H-5
Detailed timetable will be on course Canvas
The studies are organised to achieve 5 credit work load but not to exceed it.
Failure to complete tasks or inadequate skills demonstrated in tasks.
The student can use appropriate terminology when describing various social service working life situations
The student is able to search relevant information from different sources
The student can report his/her findings.
The student completes all the course tasks and assignments
The student can consistently use appropriate terminology when describing various social service working life situations
The student is able to search relevant information from different sources, assess and utilize it.
The student can report his/her findings according to description of the assignment
The student completes all the course tasks and assignments
The student can consistently use versatile and appropriate terminology in professional manner when describing various social service working life situations
The student is able to compare and choose relevant information from different sources, assess and utilize it professionally.
The student can report his/her findings in a professional and fluent manner
The student completes all the course tasks and assignments
Paula Väliaho
Face-to-face
English
01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022
29.11.2021 - 05.12.2021
20 - 40
Paula Väliaho
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Johanna Kamke
Face-to-face
English
01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022
29.11.2021 - 05.12.2021
20 - 40
Johanna Kamke
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Hanna Nurmiranta
Face-to-face
English
01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022
29.11.2021 - 05.12.2021
20 - 40
Pihla Salemaa, Paula Väliaho, Hanna Nurmiranta
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Kirsi Kiiveri
Face-to-face
English
12.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
20 - 40
Kirsi Kiiveri, Johanna Kamke, Monika Cseh
Laurea university of applied sciences
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Hanna Nurmiranta
Face-to-face
English
01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022
29.11.2021 - 05.12.2021
20 - 40
Hanna Nurmiranta, Sanna Hämäläinen, Sanni Einovaara
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Face-to-face
English
01.08.2021 - 31.07.2022
20 - 40
Pihla Salemaa, Hanna Nurmiranta
Laurea university of applied sciences
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Hanna Nurmiranta
Face-to-face
Course materials are provided during the course.
This course will be implemented through contact lessons (or online classes, depending on the COVID-19 situation), individual assignments and group work.
The main focus areas are on the special needs of client groups for ensuring community and social inclusion; the issues and social structures that cause social exclusion; well-being and the importance of civic activities in social work
The study unit contains:
- Contact lessons in Laurea Lohja campus
- Essay (individual)
- Blog- writing in Groups
- Summary of welfare situation on Municipalities
- Exam (individual)
“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 by using the criteria set for requirement level I.
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose
- relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
- search for information in different sources
- report
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- work independently, using the skills and methods learned
- take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
- anticipate his/her need for guidance
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- work using the skills and methods learned
- engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
- take part in guidance and utilise it
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- promote the team’s work and team spirit
- manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
- work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
- plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- engage in goal-oriented work in a team
- plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
- detect safety-related risks
- justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work as a member of a team
- plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
- work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
- follow the provided instructions and rules
[Leave the parts that apply] “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. ... A failed examination or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt.” (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.
Urkund is used in Module 2 when assignments are checked.
English
30.09.2021 - 20.12.2021
20 - 40
Pihla Salemaa, Paula Väliaho, Hanna Nurmiranta, Sanna Hämäläinen
The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor level education.
The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available in Canvas.
Laurea university of applied sciences
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
H-5
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 the student intranet.
The actual implementation schedule is visible in Pakki as implementation reservations.
Attendance is compulsory for all lessons unless agreed separately in class.
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.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
The study unit is suitable for exchange students.
One credit equals approximately 26.7 hours of work performed by the student.
Orientation
Welfare and the Nordic Welfare state - 2 credits
Social exclusion and othering - 4 credits
Civil Society - 2 credits
Welfare of Individuals, Society and State - 2 credits
Hannele Pulkamo
Face-to-face
English
01.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
23.05.2022 - 29.05.2022
20 - 40
Paula Väliaho, VirtuaaliHerraXsote , Marika Kivistö, Hannele Pulkamo
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Hanna Nurmiranta
Face-to-face
English
01.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
23.05.2022 - 29.05.2022
20 - 40
Pihla Salemaa, Hanna Nurmiranta, Pilvi Niemelä, Sanna Hämäläinen
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Hanna Nurmiranta
Face-to-face
English
01.08.2022 - 31.07.2023
23.05.2022 - 29.05.2022
20 - 30
Hanna Nurmiranta
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
Pauliina Partanen
Face-to-face
English
01.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
23.05.2022 - 29.05.2022
20 - 40
Pauliina Partanen
Laurea Lohja, sote
Degree Programme in Social Services (SWF2), Laurea Lohja
Laurea Lohja
Approved/Failed
