Academic year 2020 - 2021

•     English for Health Care and Social Services XX00EA44-3001 02.11.2020-20.12.2020  5 credits  (MS11B20S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students can communicate understandably in English in different kinds of written and spoken language situations of the field. The students improve their English skills and know how to use English language materials relevant to higher education studies.

  Course contents

  The course includes the basic structures of English language. It also offers the chance to practice different field-related oral and written communication situations and to increase the courage to use English language. The students learn to produce understandable, clear and logical speech and field-related texts in different styles. The material used in spoken and written tasks is related to the field of health care and social services, such as the concepts, service systems, various working life situations and ethics. In addition, the students develop their language learning techniques (e.g. reading professional texts, studying vocabulary).

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  02.11.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  19.09.2020 - 18.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B20S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Sirpa Ahokas

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     English for Health Care and Social Services XX00EA44-3002 29.03.2021-09.05.2021  5 credits  (MS11B21K) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students can communicate understandably in English in different kinds of written and spoken language situations of the field. The students improve their English skills and know how to use English language materials relevant to higher education studies.

  Course contents

  The course includes the basic structures of English language. It also offers the chance to practice different field-related oral and written communication situations and to increase the courage to use English language. The students learn to produce understandable, clear and logical speech and field-related texts in different styles. The material used in spoken and written tasks is related to the field of health care and social services, such as the concepts, service systems, various working life situations and ethics. In addition, the students develop their language learning techniques (e.g. reading professional texts, studying vocabulary).

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Sirpa Ahokas

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  29.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  21.09.2020 - 02.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B21K

  Seats

  1 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Sirpa Ahokas

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Health Care and Social Services and Finnish as a Second Language 1 (B1) XX00EA40-3001 07.09.2020-11.10.2020  5 credits  (MS11B20S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students know basic facts related to working in the field of health care and social services in Finland. The students recognize and know how to use key concepts of the field. They also identify the professional variety of the field. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces key concepts and service systems of health care and social services. It provides students with the frames of reference in nursing. The students also learn to search for field-related information. The course includes studies of professional vocabulary and essential structures in Finnish language.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  07.09.2020 - 11.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B20S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Maarit Kärkkäinen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Health Care and Social Services and Finnish as a Second Language 1 (B1) XX00EA40-3002 25.01.2021-28.02.2021  5 credits  (MS11B21K) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students know basic facts related to working in the field of health care and social services in Finland. The students recognize and know how to use key concepts of the field. They also identify the professional variety of the field. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces key concepts and service systems of health care and social services. It provides students with the frames of reference in nursing. The students also learn to search for field-related information. The course includes studies of professional vocabulary and essential structures in Finnish language.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Maarit Kärkkäinen

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Material provided by the teacher.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Contact teahing
  Independent study
  Small group work

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.01.2021 - 28.02.2021

  Enrollment date

  21.09.2020 - 02.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B21K

  Seats

  1 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Maarit Kärkkäinen

  Further information for students

  Opintojakson opettajat ovat Päivi Lehtinen (paivi.m.lehtinen@metropolia.fi) ja Maarit Kärkkäinen (maarit.karkkainen@metropolia.fi).
  Opintojakson vastuuopettaja on maarit.karkkainen@metropolia.fi. (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  Avoimen amk:n kautta voi osallistua opetukseen. (not translated)

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  Please, look at the schedule.

  Students use of time and load

  1 cr = 27 hours of students´work.

  Location and Time

  Please, look at the schedule.

•     Health Care and Social Services and Finnish as a Second Language 2 (B1) XX00EA41-3001 12.10.2020-15.11.2020  5 credits  (MS11B20S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students extend their knowledge of basic field-related concepts and deepen their professional know-how. The students explore the variation of professional language in different situations and know how to use professional Finnish in working life context both orally and in writing. The students comprehend different kinds of professional texts and can produce both short texts and oral presentations in professional context. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1–B1.2 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces a Finnish health care and social services organization and its functions. The course gives the chance to learn various field-related client and patient cases. The studies also expand the knowledge of professional vocabulary and usage of Finnish in different kinds of situations of the field. The students also get to know typical forms of spoken Finnish and the language of social services and health care.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  12.10.2020 - 15.11.2020

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B20S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Leena Piironen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Health Care and Social Services and Finnish as a Second Language 2 (B1) XX00EA41-3002 08.03.2021-07.04.2021  5 credits  (MS11B21K) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students extend their knowledge of basic field-related concepts and deepen their professional know-how. The students explore the variation of professional language in different situations and know how to use professional Finnish in working life context both orally and in writing. The students comprehend different kinds of professional texts and can produce both short texts and oral presentations in professional context. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1–B1.2 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces a Finnish health care and social services organization and its functions. The course gives the chance to learn various field-related client and patient cases. The studies also expand the knowledge of professional vocabulary and usage of Finnish in different kinds of situations of the field. The students also get to know typical forms of spoken Finnish and the language of social services and health care.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  08.03.2021 - 07.04.2021

  Enrollment date

  21.09.2020 - 02.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B21K

  Seats

  1 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Maarit Kärkkäinen, Leena Piironen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Health Care and Social Services and Finnish as a Second Language 3 (B2) XX00EA42-3001 16.11.2020-20.12.2020  5 credits  (MS11B20S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students deepen their knowledge of field-related concepts and can participate in written and oral communication situations in higher education. The students know how to search for information, and they produce clear and structured speech and texts related to their field. The students are familiar with the student admissions procedure in the higher education studies of the field. They can also describe their own competences. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.2–B2 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course includes information about critical literacy and argumentation skills. During the course, the students learn to analyze, combine and summarize information from different sources. The studies also expand the knowledge of text types in the field and give the chance to write different texts. Finnish language studies focus on the special vocabulary and more demanding grammatical structures used in the field.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  16.11.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  19.09.2020 - 18.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B20S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäki

  Further information for students

  Lähiopetuskerrat zoomissa / opettaja Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäen osuus 1,5 op
  
  tiistai 17.11. klo 10.30-12.00
  
  keskiviikko 25.11. klo 10.30-12.00
  
  tiistai 8.12. klo 11.00-13.00
  
  keskiviikko 9.12. klo 9.00-10.30
  
  torstai 10.12. klo 9.00-10.00
  
  Zoom-linkki lähetetään ennen kutakin opetuskertaa opiskelijan Metropolia-sähköpostiin. (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Health Care and Social Services and Finnish as a Second Language 3 (B2) XX00EA42-3002 12.04.2021-21.05.2021  5 credits  (MS11B21K) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students deepen their knowledge of field-related concepts and can participate in written and oral communication situations in higher education. The students know how to search for information, and they produce clear and structured speech and texts related to their field. The students are familiar with the student admissions procedure in the higher education studies of the field. They can also describe their own competences. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.2–B2 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course includes information about critical literacy and argumentation skills. During the course, the students learn to analyze, combine and summarize information from different sources. The studies also expand the knowledge of text types in the field and give the chance to write different texts. Finnish language studies focus on the special vocabulary and more demanding grammatical structures used in the field.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäki

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Opintojakson opettajat ilmoittavat oppimateriaalin opintojakson alussa. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  tuition in english

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Päivi Lehtisen osuus 2,5 op (arviointi T1-K5)
  Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäki 2,5 op (arviointi hyväksytty/hylätty) (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  12.04.2021 - 21.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  21.09.2020 - 02.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B21K

  Seats

  1 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäki

  Further information for students

  Lähiopetustunnit on merkitty Oman lukujärjestykseen. Lähiopetuskerrat pidetään zoomissa, linkki zoomiin opintojakson opettajilta ennen lähiopetuskertaa (-kertoja).
  
  Muista seurata työtilan tiedotteita Omassa ja lukea Metropolian sähköpostiasi.
  
  Opettajat Päivi Lehtinen ja Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäki.
  Päivi Lehtinen 2,5 op: mielipidekirjoitus, argumentointi, tekstilajit, väitteleminen, kokousmalli, fraasit (arviointi T1-K5)
  
  Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäki 2,5 op: mm. ammatillinen vuorovaikutus asiakastyössä, dialogitaidot ja dialoginen työote, vuorovaikutus verkossa / digivuorovaikutus, sosiaali- ja terveysalan ajankohtaisia teemoja (arviointi hyväksytty/hylätty) (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  ei valinnaisia suoritustapoja (not translated)

  Work placement(s)

  mahdollisesti vierailija työelämästä (not translated)

  Exam schedule

  ks. lukujärjestys Omasta (not translated)

  Students use of time and load

  5 op (1 op on n. 27 h) (not translated)

•     Introduction to Mathematics in Health Care and Social Services XX00EA43-3001 21.09.2020-01.11.2020  5 credits  (MS11B20S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students have a good command of basic calculations, unit conversions and essential procedures of calculations. The students know how to correctly interpret mathematical word problems in health care and social services. The students develop their mathematical skills and know how to use various means to alleviate calculation processes and to confirm their correct results.

  Course contents

  The course includes unit conversions, different procedures of calculations and estimations of size range. The course introduces important key concepts of mathematics in the field of health care and social services, e.g. concentration and proportionality.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  21.09.2020 - 01.11.2020

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B20S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Leskinen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Introduction to Mathematics in Health Care and Social Services XX00EA43-3002 15.02.2021-28.03.2021  5 credits  (MS11B21K) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students have a good command of basic calculations, unit conversions and essential procedures of calculations. The students know how to correctly interpret mathematical word problems in health care and social services. The students develop their mathematical skills and know how to use various means to alleviate calculation processes and to confirm their correct results.

  Course contents

  The course includes unit conversions, different procedures of calculations and estimations of size range. The course introduces important key concepts of mathematics in the field of health care and social services, e.g. concentration and proportionality.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Päivi Leskinen

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.02.2021 - 28.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  21.09.2020 - 02.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B21K

  Seats

  1 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Päivi Leskinen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Introduction to Preparatory Program and Higher Education Studies XX00EA39-3003 17.08.2020-20.09.2020  5 credits  (MS11B20S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students recognize their personal strengths and development needs while planning their studies. The students know what kinds of Finnish language skills, study skills and digital competence are needed in higher education studies. The students also know how to develop these skills.
  
  The students can operate in digital learning environments and use digital conferencing tools and cloud services in processing and sharing information. The students know how to find the key points in texts relevant to higher education. The students understand and know how to write down the key points from spoken language. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces the Finnish higher education system and higher education as a learning environment, and each student is created an individual study plan (ISP). The course focuses on the use of digital tools and different learning techniques and introduces the other study units offered in the preparatory program.
  
  The Finnish language studies in the course focus on the vocabulary needed in higher education studies and introduces students with reading and understanding professional texts and different text types. The course also gives tools to practice Finnish skills independently, to practice listening comprehension, to take (lecture) notes and to search for information from different sources.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  N/A

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Distance learning

  Assessment methods and criteria

  N/A

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  17.08.2020 - 20.09.2020

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B20S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Leena Piironen, Tuija Strandén-Mahlamäki

  Further information for students

  Senior lecturers
  Piironen, Maarit Kärkkäinen ja Päivi Lehtinen
  
  Moodle valmentavakoulutus.fi

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  5x27h

  Content periodicity

  N/A

  Location and Time

  Distance learning

•     Introduction to Preparatory Program and Higher Education Studies XX00EA39-3004 01.01.2021-31.05.2021  5 credits  (MS11B21K) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students recognize their personal strengths and development needs while planning their studies. The students know what kinds of Finnish language skills, study skills and digital competence are needed in higher education studies. The students also know how to develop these skills.
  
  The students can operate in digital learning environments and use digital conferencing tools and cloud services in processing and sharing information. The students know how to find the key points in texts relevant to higher education. The students understand and know how to write down the key points from spoken language. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces the Finnish higher education system and higher education as a learning environment, and each student is created an individual study plan (ISP). The course focuses on the use of digital tools and different learning techniques and introduces the other study units offered in the preparatory program.
  
  The Finnish language studies in the course focus on the vocabulary needed in higher education studies and introduces students with reading and understanding professional texts and different text types. The course also gives tools to practice Finnish skills independently, to practice listening comprehension, to take (lecture) notes and to search for information from different sources.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Leena Piironen

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  valmentavakoulutus.fi

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Distance learning

  Assessment methods and criteria

  N/A

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.01.2021 - 31.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  21.09.2020 - 02.10.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11B21K

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Maarit Kärkkäinen, Leena Piironen

  Further information for students

  Senior lecturers
  Piironen, Maarit Kärkkäinen ja Päivi Lehtinen
  
  Moodle valmentavakoulutus.fi

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  5X27h

  Content periodicity

  N/A

  Location and Time

  Distance learning 12.01.2021-07.02.2021

Academic year 2021 - 2022

•     Health Care and Social Services and Finnish as a Second Language 2 (B1) XX00EA41-3003 06.12.2021-29.04.2022  5 credits  (MS11C21S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students extend their knowledge of basic field-related concepts and deepen their professional know-how. The students explore the variation of professional language in different situations and know how to use professional Finnish in working life context both orally and in writing. The students comprehend different kinds of professional texts and can produce both short texts and oral presentations in professional context. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1–B1.2 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces a Finnish health care and social services organization and its functions. The course gives the chance to learn various field-related client and patient cases. The studies also expand the knowledge of professional vocabulary and usage of Finnish in different kinds of situations of the field. The students also get to know typical forms of spoken Finnish and the language of social services and health care.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  valmentavakoulutus.fi

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  distance learning

  Assessment methods and criteria

  N/A

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  06.12.2021 - 29.04.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.08.2021 - 31.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11C21S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Maarit Kärkkäinen, Leena Piironen

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  N/A

  Content periodicity

  N/A

•     Introduction to Preparatory Program and Higher Education Studies XX00EA39-3007 01.11.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (MS11C21S) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students recognize their personal strengths and development needs while planning their studies. The students know what kinds of Finnish language skills, study skills and digital competence are needed in higher education studies. The students also know how to develop these skills.
  
  The students can operate in digital learning environments and use digital conferencing tools and cloud services in processing and sharing information. The students know how to find the key points in texts relevant to higher education. The students understand and know how to write down the key points from spoken language. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

  Course contents

  The course introduces the Finnish higher education system and higher education as a learning environment, and each student is created an individual study plan (ISP). The course focuses on the use of digital tools and different learning techniques and introduces the other study units offered in the preparatory program.
  
  The Finnish language studies in the course focus on the vocabulary needed in higher education studies and introduces students with reading and understanding professional texts and different text types. The course also gives tools to practice Finnish skills independently, to practice listening comprehension, to take (lecture) notes and to search for information from different sources.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

  Good

  Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

  Excellent

  Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  valmentavakoulutus.fi

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Distance learning

  Assessment methods and criteria

  N/A

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.11.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.08.2021 - 31.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • MS11C21S

  Seats

  1 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen, Maarit Kärkkäinen, Leena Piironen

  Further information for students

  Senior lecturers
  Piironen, Maarit Kärkkäinen ja Päivi Lehtinen
  
  Moodle valmentavakoulutus.fi

  Unit, in charge

  School of Health Care

  Degree Programme

  Immigrant-Tailored Preparatory Education for UAS Studies, Social Services and Health Care

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  5X27h

  Content periodicity

  N/A

  Location and Time

  Distance learning