Society and AgeingLaajuus (4 cr)

Objective

The student will be able to
- describe the impacts of population ageing as a societal phenomenon
- recognise the importance of national and international ageing policy objectives for the development and planning of sustainable services
- identify the main actors in the social and health service system.

Content

- Current state of the welfare state
- Societal impacts of ageing populations
- Age-friendly societies
- National and international ageing policy objectives and means
- Service structure and responsibilities of service providers

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.