Degree Programme in Nursing, Midwifery (in Finnish): Oletussuunnitelma
Code: SHK09K1
- Credits
- 270 ects
- Duration
- 4.5 years (270 ECTS)
- Start semester
- Autumn 2008
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Descriptions
The objective of the degree programme in midwifery is to educate midwifes as experts in promotion of sexual and reproductive health.
During the studies student gains competence to promote sexual and reproductive health of public, couples and individuals. That means possibilities for awareness in family planning, safe sexuality, planned and wanted pregnancies and childbirth and reproductive care of high quality. Student will also be able to use his/her expertese in different areas of nursing.
The studies develop competence to care for pregnant mothers, mothers at childbirth and during the postpartum period, and the newborn and families. In addition, the studies lead to competence in gynaecological nursing.
Evidence-based midwifery skills are reinforced in diverse nursing settings requiring basic or specialist nursing and midwifery care. Professional competence deepens in support of women and promotion of equality.
During the studies, students gain competence in participating in various work groups and networks, their coordination, and the development of their own professional expertise.
The curriculum is modular in structure, and it consists of nine themes, which are dispersed over the academic years. Each theme focuses on core competence areas of professional significance. Moreover, each theme provides a theoretical framework determining its central learning content. They are developed, deepened and integrated throughout the studies. During each clinical practice, professional competence related to the ongoing theme is reinforced. In each module, the completion of theoretical studies is a prerequisite for clinical practice placement, and they must be completed according to the chronological order stated in the curriculum.
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polytechnics::bachelor level
Government Decree on Polytechnics (15.5.2003/352; 4 §)