Genetic Competence Health CareLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student:
- has proficient knowledge in the key concepts related to genetic diseases and the nature of the diseases as well as how to apply this knowledge in the client care
- has comprehensive knowledge in developing evidence-based care related to genetic diseases
- has comprehensive knowledge in developing new practices and operating models to care for genetic diseases

Content

Genetic information and its possible consequences for the client and family
Ethical aspects related to genetic diseases
Theoretical counseling models for genetic counseling
Effects of genetic diseases on health behavior
Fetal diagnosis and fetal abnormalities associated with genetic diseases
Development of early information related to genetic diseases

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student displays competence to deal with the basic content of the study unit but lacks competence in independent data acquisition, interpretation and the ability to apply the acquired knowledge to the context of workplace.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student fulfills the requirements for the study unit well. S/he displays competence in active data acquisition and is able to interpret the key features of the data to a clinical setting. The student has the ability to analyze the acquired knowledge and to apply it to the context of workplace.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student displays broad and versatile competence in the content of the study unit. S/he has great competence in targeted data acquisition. The student’s ability to make decisions shows independent thinking, responsible actions and leadership skills. The ability to apply the acquired knowledge to the context of workplace is creative and versatile.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The student is proficient in the basic content of the study unit (competence evaluation), but independent data acquisition, interpretation and the ability to apply the acquired knowledge to the context of workplace has shortcomings.