Opinto-opas

Objective

Students are aware of children’s different developmental phases and the stages of human development in general. They are able to describe the most common deviations of the lower limbs, positions and functions as well as their assessment and primary methods of treatment in various age groups. Students are familiar with the challenges presented to podiatry by various age groups. They are capable of choosing suitable methods of treatment to support the development and growth as well as functional capacity of various age groups.

Students know how to apply the principles of making foot orthoses to meet the individual needs of the clients. Students identify the most common materials for making foot orthoses and know how to choose the appropriate material for their fabrication. They are capable of safe working in workshops. Students are familiar with the various orthotic techniques and are aware of their indications for use. They are able to choose correct orthose method for different clients. They know the basics of CAD-CAM technique in foot orthose manufacturing. Students are also familiar with the special requirements of various client groups for orthotic therapy of the foot.They can assess the effectiveness of foot orthoses and the functionality of the materials used. Students perceive orthotic therapy as part of podiatry and client service.

Students are able to combine previously studied medical subjects into a differential diagnostic whole catering for practical work. Students develop their skills in assessing clients’ general condition as part of examining patients and monitoring their treatment. Students are able to identify dangerous ‘red flag’ symptoms and refer clients for further treatment.

Content

- Stages of Human Development
- Main features of children’s development and growth
- Development of children’s lower limbs before and after birth
- Children and youth as podiatrists’ clients
- Central features of growth and development of the lower limbs
- Motor development and its effects on child’s posture and mobility
- Lower limb and toe problems and diseases of children and youth
- Lower limb and toe problems and diseases of the elderly
- The elderly as podiatrists’ clients
- Podiatry services for the elderly
- Supporting functional capacity of clients of various ages
- Multiprofessional cooperation in treating clients from different age groups
- Safe working conditions in workshop facilities
- Principles and indications for the use of orthotic therapy and making foot orthoses
- Foot orthotic materials
- Foot orthoses prepared by means of plaster casts
- Assessing the effectiveness of foot orthoses
- Various fabrication techniques of foot orthoses
- Medial Heel Skive
- Inverted Orthoses
- CAD-CAM technology
- Examination of patient’s general health in planning podiatry
- Respiratory, cardiovascular, lymph node, reproductive organ and intestine symptoms requiring podiatrist´s reaction
- Follow-up of patient’s general health during treatment
- Red Flags

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
- search information from a variety of sources
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
- show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- display learning in the key safety practices in the field
- act according to ethical principles
- to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

Assessment criteria, good (3)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
- find information and assess andnuse information sources with a critical eye
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- apply professional information in professional assignments
- apply professional expertise in various work assignments
- act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- plan operations with safety in mind
- act according to professional ethics
- act purposefully in working groups and projects

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
- argue the use of his sources
- argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
- to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
- argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
- organise and manage the operation of a group and project

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Failed
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
- The student does not know or appreciate knowledge in the field sufficiently
- The student does not know or cannot use concepts in his field properly
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
- The student's professional level is insufficient
- The student is not acting in accordance with his training and guidance
- The student is not trying to develop himself or his actions
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
- The student is unconcerned about professional safety or ethical principles
- The student is not motivated by or participating in group or development work

Qualifications

Professional Basics of Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ65
Professional Basics of Podiatry 2 - SJ00BJ66
Basics of Assessment of Functional Capacity in Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ68
Methods of Assessment of Functional Capacity in Podiatry - SJ00BJ70
Basics of Musculoskeletal Podiatry - SJ00BJ82

Further information

Recommended optional programme components
The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.