Gerontological competenceLaajuus (4 cr)

Objective

The student will be able to
- understand the importance of gerontological knowledge in the study of ageing
- recognise ageing as an individual life stage
- explain the starting points of key gerontological models and theories
- identify age perceptions and the factors that influence them.

Content

- Key areas of gerontology and developmental psychology
- Key gerontological models and theories
- Concepts of age

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Framework of assessment is attached in the curriculum's description.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Framework of assessment is attached in the curriculum's description.