Mid-studies Test in Finnish (0 op)

Tavoitteet

The aim of the test is to ensure the nursing student’s adequate professional language skills of Finnish in more demanding clinical practice.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Recommended reading of internal medicine, perioperative procedures, mental health or domiciliary care: e.g. Terveyskylä.fi, Käypä hoito instructions for patients, patient organisations' websites.

Toteutustapa

The test consists of a reading comprehension and an oral part. The test will take place at the campus.

Kansainvälisyys toteutuksella

The test is aimed at students whose language of previous studies is other that Finnish or Swedish.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Reading comprehension test 90 minutes, oral test 30 min.

Arviointikriteerit, hyväksytty/hylätty

To pass the reading comprehension test, the student needs to gain at least 65% of the maximum points of the test.
To pass the oral test, the student reads a patient case in order to
- express themselves understandably (in terms of pronounciation)
- speak in coherent sentences
- be able to point out at least two care needs of the patient
- suggest a treatment accordingly
- use appropriate vocabulary (also other than mentioned in the case)

Sisältö ja sen jaksotus

The test will cover healthcare topics that the student needs to deal with in their 3rd clinical practice, such as internal medicine, perioperative procedures, mental health or domiciliary care.

Arviointiasteikko

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Esitietovaatimukset

This is applicable for Nursing studies staring autumn 2021 onwardes. The student needs to pass the test prior to clinical practice 3.

Lisätiedot

The purpose of the test is to support Your possibilities of a successful clinical practice while the professional objectives get challenging. It is as well the UAS's way to ensure your future patients' safety.
Completing the Mid-studies test will be marked on your transcript of record as a part of demonstrating your professional language skills.
NB! You need to pass the test before accessing your 3rd clinical practice.