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Social Services: oletussuunnitelma

Code: SS11K2B

Credits
210 ects
Duration
1.5 years (210 ECTS)
Start semester
Autumn 2012
Teaching language
Finnish

Descriptions

Objective and Content of the Degree Programme

The purpose of the Degree Programme in Social Services at Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences is to train professionals in the field of social services and, together with other actors in the metropolitan area, to develop the services, competence and methods of the social field to meet the needs of the residents.

The curriculum of the Degree Programme is based on the frame of reference of social pedagogy. The essence of social work lies in supporting and developing the quality of life of individuals, groups and communities. The methodological basis consists of the everyday enhancement of the identity of individuals and communities, and of creating a culture that encourages participation in the functions of society.

A Bachelor of Social Services is expected to master the ethical norms, client work, and service systems of the field. He/she must be able to solve problem situations, to apply a reflective approach to development and leadership, and to be active in society (the polytechnic network for social work). In Metropolia?s Degree Programme in Social Services, the areas of competence are organised according to the model of social pedagogical activity created by the Danish social pedagogue Bent Madsen (1993, 2005).


TÄHÄN KUVIO!

The professionalism of a Bachelor of Social Services evolves during a growth process in which different competence areas are integrated. In this process, the student acquires productive, expressive, communicative, and scientific skills on a theoretical as well as practical level. Learning processes pervasive in the Degree Programme include growing into social pedagogical thinking, ethical professional practices, work placement, cooperation with professional life, and the investigative development of social services.

The Bachelors of Social Services graduating from the Degree Programme are employed in a wide range of social services in municipal facilities, private enterprises, and the inpatient and outpatient services of organisations. The fields of geriatric care, multicultural work, and various projects are expanding. Bachelors of Social Services may also hold managerial and expert positions in planning and development functions.

A Bachelor of Social Services can also acquire the qualification of kindergarten teacher (The Act on Qualification Requirements for Social Welfare Professionals 272/2005) by including at least 60 ECTS credits of studies in early childhood education and social pedagogy in his/her degree.

Jaana Manssila: Head of Degree Programme
Tel. +358 (0) 20-7835867, +358 (0)40-0578274
email: firstname.lastname@metropolia.fi

Mailing Adress:
PO BOX 4032
00079 Metropolia
Helsinki, FINLAND

Visiting Adress:
Sofianlehdonkatu 5 B
00610 Helsinki

Development

1. Sosiaalialan koulutusohjelma, sosionomi- koulutuksen opetussuunnitelma
2. Ops-vastuuhenkilö Elsa Keskitalo, koulutuspäällikkö, Elsa.Keskitalo@Metropolia.fi,
040-05078274. Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu, PL 4030, 00079 Metropolia
3. Opetusuunnitelmaa tullaan rakentamaan osaamisperusteiseksi 1.9.2009 alkaen. Osaamisperusteinen ops on käytössä vuonna 2012.
4. Neuvottelukuntaa on informoitu osaamisperusteisen opetussuunnitelman valmistelun alkamisesta 25.2.2009. Neuvottelukunnan kanssa on sovittu tiiviistä yhteistyöstä ops:n valmistelun aikana. Neuvottelukuntaa on informoitu ops-työn etenemisestä helmikuussa 2010.

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Code Name Credits (ECTS) 2012-2013 2013-2014 Autumn 2012 Spring 2013 Autumn 2013 1. / 2012 2. / 2012 3. / 2013 4. / 2013 1. / 2013 2. / 2013
SS11K2B-1000
Core Requirement Studies

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0
XX00AA01 Introduction to Studies 3
XXXAC02 Information Technology and Computing Skills 3
XXXAC03 Verbal, Written and Web-based Communication Skills 3
XX00AB53 Swedish at Work 3
XX00AB59 Finnish as a Second Language: Finnish at Work 3
XX00AB54 Professional English 3
SS11K2B-1001
Basics of Social Pedagogy

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5
SSXXA01 Theoretical Background and Ethical Basis of Social Pedagogy 5
SS11K2B-1002
Environment of Social Pedagogical Work

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4
SSXXC03 Case Management 4
SS11K2B-1003
Empowerment

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14
SSXXD01 Empowerment and Social Influence 5
SSXXD04 Dialogue 3
SSXXD11 Multiculturalism and Equality 3
SSXXD10 Professional Growth 3
SS11K2B-1004
Applied Studies of Social Pedagogy

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0
SSXXE01 Mental Health and Substance Abuse 5
SSXXE02 Early Childhood Education 5
SSXXE03 Child Protection and Youth Work 5
SSXXE04 Working with People with Special Needs and Disabilities 5
SSXXE05 Working with Older People 5
SS11K2B-1005
Working in the Social Field

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12
SSXXF03 Management and Development of Work in the Social Field 4
SSXXF06 Innovation Project 8
SS11K2B-1006
Methods of Social Pedagogical Work

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0
SSXXG01 Use of Groups and Methods of Activation 5
SSXXG02 Community Work 5
SSXXG03 Family Work 5
SSXXG04 Early Childhood and Special Education Methods 5
SSXXG06 Expressive Methods 5
SSXXG07 Counselling and Guidance 5
SS11K2B-1007
Working-Life Oriented Research and Development

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15
SSXXH01 Professional Research and Development 3
SSXXH02 Introduction to Statistical Description 3
SSXXH03 Statistical Methods 3
SSXXH04 Qualitative Research Methods 1 3
SSXXH05 Qualitative Research Methods 2 3
SS11K2B-1008
Final Project and Maturity Test

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15
SSXXJ01 Planning and Working Seminar 4
SSXXJ02 Implementation of the Final Project 8
SSXXJ03 Final Seminar and Maturity Test 3
Total 210 61 29 32 29 29 16 16 14.5 14.5 14.5 14.5

Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.

Code Name Credits (ECTS)
SS11K2B-1000
Core Requirement Studies

(Choose 0 )

0
XX00AA01 Introduction to Studies 3
XXXAC02 Information Technology and Computing Skills 3
XXXAC03 Verbal, Written and Web-based Communication Skills 3
XX00AB53 Swedish at Work 3
XX00AB59 Finnish as a Second Language: Finnish at Work 3
XX00AB54 Professional English 3
SS11K2B-1001
Basics of Social Pedagogy

(Choose all )

5
SSXXA01 Theoretical Background and Ethical Basis of Social Pedagogy 5
SS11K2B-1002
Environment of Social Pedagogical Work

(Choose all )

4
SSXXC03 Case Management 4
SS11K2B-1003
Empowerment

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14
SSXXD01 Empowerment and Social Influence 5
SSXXD04 Dialogue 3
SSXXD11 Multiculturalism and Equality 3
SSXXD10 Professional Growth 3
SS11K2B-1004
Applied Studies of Social Pedagogy

(Choose 0 )

0
SSXXE01 Mental Health and Substance Abuse 5
SSXXE02 Early Childhood Education 5
SSXXE03 Child Protection and Youth Work 5
SSXXE04 Working with People with Special Needs and Disabilities 5
SSXXE05 Working with Older People 5
SS11K2B-1005
Working in the Social Field

(Choose all )

12
SSXXF03 Management and Development of Work in the Social Field 4
SSXXF06 Innovation Project 8
SS11K2B-1006
Methods of Social Pedagogical Work

(Choose 0 )

0
SSXXG01 Use of Groups and Methods of Activation 5
SSXXG02 Community Work 5
SSXXG03 Family Work 5
SSXXG04 Early Childhood and Special Education Methods 5
SSXXG06 Expressive Methods 5
SSXXG07 Counselling and Guidance 5
SS11K2B-1007
Working-Life Oriented Research and Development

(Choose all )

15
SSXXH01 Professional Research and Development 3
SSXXH02 Introduction to Statistical Description 3
SSXXH03 Statistical Methods 3
SSXXH04 Qualitative Research Methods 1 3
SSXXH05 Qualitative Research Methods 2 3
SS11K2B-1008
Final Project and Maturity Test

(Choose all )

15
SSXXJ01 Planning and Working Seminar 4
SSXXJ02 Implementation of the Final Project 8
SSXXJ03 Final Seminar and Maturity Test 3
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