Academic year 2021 - 2022

•     Advanced Research and Development SX00BU38-3070 10.08.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXI19S2, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will know how to evaluate and select suitable and justifiable approaches and methods to develop their field of study and work community. They will identify the premises and concepts of the principal methods and service design used in their fields of study. Students will know how to search for appropriate R&D data and demonstrate basic competence in processing, analysing, disputing and reporting data and results.

  Course contents

  •Principal R&D methods in one’s own field of study (e.g. evaluation research, action research, product development and research-oriented approaches, qualitative and quantitative research)
  •Data acquisition and processing
  •Reporting, presenting and utilising results

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - Search information from a variety of sources
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - Act according to ethical principles
  - To contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - Plan operations with safety in mind
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - Argue the use of his sources
  - Argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - Operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - To act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  - To act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise and manage the operation of a group and project

  Further information

  Students and their teachers/tutors will go through other recommended courses in their individual study plan (ISP) discussions.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Kaarina Pirilä

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Moodlessa osoitetaan materiaali, sisältää myös etukäteen nauhoitettuja verkkoluentoja. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Verkkokurssi, ei sisällä lähiopetusta, eikä yhdessä tehtäviä osia.
  Verkkoalustana Moodle, joka auki 10.9.2021.-10.12.2021.
  Kaikki tehtävät ja tentti suoritettava 10.12.2021. mennessä, jolloin Moodle sulkeutuu.
  Vastuuopettaja Kaarina Pirilä. Ahot-hakemukset osoitetaan Kaarina Pirilälle (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Itsenäiset tehtävät arvioidaan hyväksytty/hylätty asteikolla.
  Verkkotentti, josta saatava 50% oikein, hyväksytty/hylätty. (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.08.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXI19S2
  • SXD19S1
  • SXC19S2
  • SXB20K2
  • SXA19S1
  • SXF19S1

  Seats

  0 - 150

  Teacher(s)

  Ulla Härkönen, Heidi Malava, Anu Valtonen, Kaarina Pirilä, Pekka Paalasmaa, Tuula Mikkola

  Further information for students

  Mukava verkkokurssi, tulkaahan mukaan! (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Physiotherapy, Elderly Care, Osteopathy, Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Exam schedule

  Verkkotentti, joka tehdään Moodlessa. Mahdollisuus uusia 2 kertaa kolmen päivän välein Moodlessa. Uusinnatkin oltava suoritettuna 10.12.2021. Arvioidaan hyväksytty/hylätty (not translated)

  Students use of time and load

  opiskelijan resurssi 5 x 27h (not translated)

  Content periodicity

  Opintojaksoon kuuluu annettuihin materiaaleihin aktiivinen tutustuminen, verkkoluentojen kuuntelua ja tehtävien tekemistä sekä verkkotentti. (not translated)

•     Anatomy and Physiology 1 SX00EP44-3001 31.08.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to explain the interaction of the musculoskeletal structure and functions by describing the tissue properties. The student utilizes professional terminology and concepts of the musculoskeletal system. The student can name musculoskeletal bones and the details of lower extremity bone structure. The student is able to describe the structure and function of lower extremity joints. The student names the main structures of the spine and explains the function. The student is able to recognize the rib cage bones.
  
  The student recognizes lower extremity muscles. The student explains the movements they create by understanding the significance of muscle origins and insertions in open and closed kinetic chains. The student is able to describe in detail the leg and foot muscle locations. The student analyses the impact of muscles especially on ankle movements and foot position maintenance. The student recognizes the main core muscles and their function. The student utilizes professional terminology while describing the structure. The student is able to explain the upright posture control and regulation mechanisms.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Connective, cartilage, and bone tissues
  -Striated muscle structure and contraction mechanisms
  -Anatomical planes, directions, and movement axes
  -Skeletal bones
  -Details of lower extremity bones and joints
  -Vertebrae structure and vertebral joints
  -International and professional musculoskeletal terminology
  -Lower extremity musculature and the motions produced by the muscles in an open and closed kinetic chain
  -Maintaining structures of the arches of the foot
  -Core muscles
  -Upright posture control and regulation mechanisms and their development

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Mode of delivery

  80% Face-to-face, 20% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  1) THIEME Atlas of anatomy. Latin nomenclature. Thieme.
  2) Vierimaa, H. & Laurila, M.: Keho. Anatomia ja fysiologia. WSOYpro.
  3) Lecture hand-outs

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lecture, assigments

  Assessment methods and criteria

  N/A

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  31.08.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2021 - 20.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  1 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  Exam
  4.10.2021
  22.11.2021

  Students use of time and load

  5 ECTS points

•     Anatomy and Physiology 1 SX00EP44-3002 05.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to explain the interaction of the musculoskeletal structure and functions by describing the tissue properties. The student utilizes professional terminology and concepts of the musculoskeletal system. The student can name musculoskeletal bones and the details of lower extremity bone structure. The student is able to describe the structure and function of lower extremity joints. The student names the main structures of the spine and explains the function. The student is able to recognize the rib cage bones.
  
  The student recognizes lower extremity muscles. The student explains the movements they create by understanding the significance of muscle origins and insertions in open and closed kinetic chains. The student is able to describe in detail the leg and foot muscle locations. The student analyses the impact of muscles especially on ankle movements and foot position maintenance. The student recognizes the main core muscles and their function. The student utilizes professional terminology while describing the structure. The student is able to explain the upright posture control and regulation mechanisms.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Connective, cartilage, and bone tissues
  -Striated muscle structure and contraction mechanisms
  -Anatomical planes, directions, and movement axes
  -Skeletal bones
  -Details of lower extremity bones and joints
  -Vertebrae structure and vertebral joints
  -International and professional musculoskeletal terminology
  -Lower extremity musculature and the motions produced by the muscles in an open and closed kinetic chain
  -Maintaining structures of the arches of the foot
  -Core muscles
  -Upright posture control and regulation mechanisms and their development

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  05.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Anatomy and Physiology 2 SX00EP46-3001 10.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the structure of a nerve cell, formation, and conduction of a nerve impulse in a cell and to the next cell. The student explains the development of nervous system, the basic structure of the nervous system and core functions of different parts of the nervous system. The student describes in detail the central nerves of a lower extremity, their locations and innervations of the muscle groups and skin areas. The student describes the composition of blood and the physiological function. The student explains the core structures and functions of the circulatory system, lymphatic system, and respiratory system.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Nervous system developmental milestones
  -Central nervous system structure, key functions: sensory, motor, and autonomic functions
  -Principles of the peripheral nervous system
  -Formation, location and innervation targets of lower extremity peripheral nerves
  -Blood and circulatory system
  -Lymphatic system
  -Respiratory system

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Basics of Musculoskeletal Podiatry SJ00BJ82-3007 25.10.2021-22.12.2021  10 credits  (SXD20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to describe the significance of an individual’s background, build and activities and participation as well as that of the environment to development and prevention of musculoskeletal problems from the perspective of podiatry. Students identify the most common musculoskeletal diseases and are able to describe the pathogenic mechanisms of these. Students gain practice treating lower extremity problems of people with musculoskeletal conditions and counselling their care. Students gain practice in multidisciplinary co-operation with parties involved in caring for musculoskeletal patients.
  
  Students are familiar with the most common classification systems used in podiatry. They know how to apply them to making podiatric diagnosis and podiatric plans as well as describe various dysfunctions/deformities of the feet based on them.
  
  Students are able to mobilise joints of the lower limbs with correct movements and techniques and describe the application areas of mobilisation. They know how to apply mobilisation as part of the podiatric treatment and assess the effectiveness of foot care.
  
  The students acquire the written and oral language skills in the second domestic language that are necessary in their professional field, as required by national legislation (352/2003 8§). The students are able to communicate in Swedish in professional contexts both in Finland and in the other Nordic countries, taking into account the cultural and linguistic backgrounds of the communication partners. The students acquire oral and written language and communication skills that are at least at the B1 level as defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. They learn to seek information related to their own professional field in various sources and convey information both orally and in writing. During their studies, the students form a positive and realistic view of their language and communicative competence as well as skills and motivation to develop it further.
  
  The course of Finnish as a second language is obligatory for the students of Degree Programmes whose language of school education is not Finnish and who have been exempted from Swedish studies.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Professional Basics of Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ65
  Professional Basics of Podiatry 2 - SJ00BJ66
  Basics of Assessment of Functional Capacity in Podiatry - SJ00BJ68
  
  
  The acquisition of professional language and communication competence in the second domestic language (Swedish) requires the starting level B1.1 as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

  Course contents

  - Most common musculoskeletal disorders, impaired functions and functional restrictions on participation as well as their underlying pathological processes
  - Osteoarthritis
  - Osteoporosis
  - Classification systems in podiatry
  - Use of classification systems in work with clients
  - Core concepts and techniques of mobilisation
  - Use of mobilisation in podiatry
  - Implementing mobilisation of joints in the foot
  
  Swedish language
  - self-assessing one’s language and communication skills and developing learning strategies
  - Education and career planning
  - Organisations, working environments, tasks, processes and tools
  - Field-related texts; increasing and activating the knowledge of technical terminology
  - Key interactive communication situations: individual and group communication

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project
  SWEDISH LANGUAGE
  In communication situations related to their professional field, the student trusts their communication skills enough to manage professional language use situations by asking questions to check any unclear points, and thanks to their own short speeches are able to understand the other speaker's communication in order to act appropriately. The student expresses their thoughts in a simple way and for the most part coherently and reasonably understandably despite shortcomings in professional language and making grammatical errors that make it difficult for the message to get across. The student can produce simple texts of a specific format independently, and longer texts by means of language tools.

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess andnuse information sources with a critical eye
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects
  SWEDISH LANGUAGE
  In communication situations related to their professional field, the student trusts their communication skills enough to manage language situations in the field as expected from a professional. The student exchanges ideas on an equal basis with an independent language user, and if necessary, takes the initiative to communicate in professional language use situations, taking into account to some extent the other participants' language and cultural backgrounds and the circumstances. The student expresses themselves, without delay, clearly and in detail, using professional vocabulary accurately. The student pronounces English clearly so that the overall message is conveyed, and produces texts for different purposes, without any of the occasional weak points in the language stopping the message from getting across.

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project
  SWEDISH LANGUAGE
  In communication situations related to their professional field, the student trusts their communication skills to take part and take the initiative in language use situations in various communication situations in the field, following the conventions. The student exchanges ideas clearly and fluently on an equal basis with a skilful language user, and communicates, taking the initiative if necessary, also in demanding professional language use situations, taking into account the other participants' language and cultural backgrounds. The student expresses themselves efficiently and accurately, using demanding professional vocabulary accurately. The student pronounces English clearly with natural stress and rhythm so that the overall message is emphasised, and produces clear, well-structured and compelling texts in various text types.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Swedish: teachers own, available before course start

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Swedish: interactive exercises, group work, short lectures

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Swedish: continuous evaluation, oral presentation or other oral assignment, written exam

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD20S1

  Teacher(s)

  Jalkaterapia Virtuaali, Sasu Hyytiä, Anni Anttila, Matti Kantola, Sami Pesonen, Gunilla Blom

  Further information for students

  Swedish: evaluation on a scale, 1 to 5, teaching language Swedish, if necessary Finnish, material available before course start in pdf-format

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Swedish: the last lessons, written exam possible to retake twice

  Students use of time and load

  Swedish:attendence at lessons 80%, independent work, written tasks outside lesson time

  Location and Time

  Ruotsi: opetus Myllypurossa, toisella periodilla, tarvittaessa Zoomissa (not translated)

•     Basics of Podiatry Profession SX00EP45-3001 15.09.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the main content, terminology and key competencies of the podiatry as well as historic framework. The student is knowledgeable about the organization of podiatry services, recognizes the aspects of the quality podiatry and is committed to developing them. The student is able to describe the student’s own field, national and international networks and is able to utilize them in the study and work.
  
  The student is able to search, assess and critically explain evidence-based individual study field information, professional practices and understands the meaning of evidence-based information. The student manages critical thinking, the rationale for forming concepts and theories, and understands the meaning of information processing in development work. The student is able to describe proper ethical practices for research and development projects. The student is able to describe healthy lower extremity and foot definitions. The student recognizes the changes in them and applies the information in client evaluation.
  
  The student is familiar with the basics of first aid.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Core competencies of podiatry
  -Terminology of podiatry
  -Evolution of podiatry in Finland and globally
  -Podiatry in social and health care system
  -Knowledge, value base, and literature of podiatry
  -Critical thinking, the formation of concepts and theory
  -Research ethics
  -National and international networks of podiatry
  -Legislation directing podiatrists
  -Evidence-based podiatry
  -Information retrieval
  -Healthy lower extremity and foot
  - Basics of first aid

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Ensiapuun liittyvä opiskelumateriaali:
  www.punainenristi.fi
  www.punainenristi.fi/opiensiapua
  Korte, Henna ja Myllyrinne, Kristiina 2017 Ensiapu
  Otavan Kirjapaino OY, Keuruu 2017. ISBN 978-951-658-188-3. 1. painos 2017
  Kustantaja ja Copyright 2017 Suomen Punainen Risti
  www.kaypahoito.fi/ elvytys (soveltuvin osin)
  Oppiportti: Duodecimin verkkokurssi/ Elvytys
  Ensiapuvalmius työpaikoilla. Työsuojeluhallinto. Työsuojeluoppaita ja ohjeita 33. Tampere 2010.
  Metropolia ammattikorkeakoulun Turvallisuusopas. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Laboratory instructions /Workshop
  Guided assignments

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.09.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2021 - 31.07.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  0 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Matti Kantola, Päivi Eskola

  Further information for students

  Opettajan laatimat tehtävät ja MATERIAALIT ovat Tekijänoikeuslain (404/61) mukaisia teoksia, joihin opettajalla on tekijänoikeus. Tehtäviä JA MATERIAALEJA ei saa käyttää muuten kuin omissa opinnoissaan. Niiden julkinen levittäminen on sallittua vain opettajan luvalla.
  
  Ensiavun osuudesta lähiopiskelun eli harjoitustunnit voi hyväksilukea, mikäli opiskelijalla on osoittaa todistus aikaisemmasta ensiavun opiskelusta. Opiskelijan tulee lähettää dokumentti sähköpostin liitteenä ensiavun opettajalle: paivi.eskola@metropolia.fi hyvissä ajoin ennen lähiopetuksen toteutumista. Ensiavun opiskeluun sisältyy arvioitavia yksilö- ja pienryhmätehtäviä (ks. OMAn työtila). Ensiavun harjoitustunneille otetaan mukaan ennakkotehtävät tehtyinä ja pukeudutaan rentoihin vaatteisiin sekä sisäkenkiin. Harjoitustunneilla on läsäolovelvoite. Ensiavun harjoitukset toteutuvat pienryhmissä ja ryhmäjako ilmoitetaan hyvissä ajoin ennen harjoitustunteja. (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Students use of time and load

  10 x 27h
  First Aid 1,0 credit / Päivi Eskola

  Location and Time

  First Aid education at Myllypuro campus.

•     Basics of Podiatry Profession SX00EP45-3002 05.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the main content, terminology and key competencies of the podiatry as well as historic framework. The student is knowledgeable about the organization of podiatry services, recognizes the aspects of the quality podiatry and is committed to developing them. The student is able to describe the student’s own field, national and international networks and is able to utilize them in the study and work.
  
  The student is able to search, assess and critically explain evidence-based individual study field information, professional practices and understands the meaning of evidence-based information. The student manages critical thinking, the rationale for forming concepts and theories, and understands the meaning of information processing in development work. The student is able to describe proper ethical practices for research and development projects. The student is able to describe healthy lower extremity and foot definitions. The student recognizes the changes in them and applies the information in client evaluation.
  
  The student is familiar with the basics of first aid.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Core competencies of podiatry
  -Terminology of podiatry
  -Evolution of podiatry in Finland and globally
  -Podiatry in social and health care system
  -Knowledge, value base, and literature of podiatry
  -Critical thinking, the formation of concepts and theory
  -Research ethics
  -National and international networks of podiatry
  -Legislation directing podiatrists
  -Evidence-based podiatry
  -Information retrieval
  -Healthy lower extremity and foot
  - Basics of first aid

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  05.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Matti Kantola, Anni Anttila, Päivi Eskola

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Biomechanics and Rehabilitation of Lower Extremities 1 SX00EP54-3001 01.01.2022-31.07.2022  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe aetiology, progression, and related structural changes on a cell and tissue level of the most common illnesses as well as the basics of a healing process from the pathophysiological point of view. The student manages tissue healing processes of low extremity tissues and understands the rehabilitation principles of different tissue types and the protocols related to rehabilitation. The student understands the differences between acute and overuse injuries and the common aetiology.
  
  The student is able to plan and execute instructional situations for clients and groups that support and promote self-care utilizing appropriate didactive solutions. The student is able to produce applicable material that meets client’s needs. The student recognizes the most common musculoskeletal illnesses that impact lower extremities and is able to recognize the aetiology and differential diagnoses. The student becomes competent in evaluation, prevention, rehabilitation, treatment methods, and in instructing a client. The student understands the significance of collaboration with other professionals treating musculoskeletal clients.
  
  The student is knowledgeable of therapeutic exercise, principles of joint mobilization, and understands their indication in the rehabilitation of different lower extremity problems.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Anatomy and Physiology 1
  Podiatric Assessment Skills 1

  Course contents

  -Central aetiology of illnesses
  -Progression of illnesses and influencing factors
  -Structural changes connected with illnesses
  -Functional disturbances of organ systems
  -General principles of healing from illnesses
  -Diagnosing and treatment of pathological changes
  -Rehabilitation principles and rehabilitation protocols of different tissues
  -Acute and overuse injuries
  -Aetiology of musculoskeletal illnesses
  -Differential diagnoses
  -Prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal illnesses
  -(Osteo)arthritis
  -Osteoporosis
  -Basics of therapeutic exercise and joint mobilization
  -Motor control and learning

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Elina Wasenius

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.12.2021 - 31.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  0 - 30

  Teacher(s)

  Kristiina Kokkonen, Elina Wasenius

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Clinical Practise 1 SJ00BJ88-3007 25.10.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students know how to use the instruments and devices required in podiatry in a safe and proper way. They master the principles and protocols of providing services and act accordingly in the Positia service unit. Students know how to utilise assessment and therapeutic skills they have learned in client service as well as understand the podiatric process and begin to practise their clinical reasoning skills.
  Students are familiar with the processes and models of clinical reasoning in order to initiate the reasoning process required by podiatric planning and treatment. Students are aware of the requisites for clinical reasoning to initiate their own development of clinical reasoning skills.
  
  Students initiate their self-assessment process and peer evaluation in accordance with forms provided for them. They also initiate the documentation process of client reports according to given guidelines. Students are able to survey the client’s self-care habits and prioritise central education needs.
  
  Students are able to explain the legislation and organisation of antimicrobial control in Finland. Students know the pathogenic mechanisms and causes of the most common infectious diseases occurring in their work, in particular those in the areas of skin, mucous membranes and lower extremities. Students are able to describe the functions of the antimicrobial defence system, in particular at cellular level in blood and lymph. Students know the transmission routes of pathogenic microbes and are capable of describing the clinical picture and symptoms of the most common infectious diseases as well as the basics of protection against microbial infections in their profession.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Professional Basics of Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ65
  Professional Basics of Podiatry 2 - SJ00BJ66
  Basics of Assessment of Functional Capacity in Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ68
  Methods of Assessment of Functional Capacity in Podiatry - SJ00BJ70

  Course contents

  - Positia service unit
  - Client’s podiatric assessment
  - Implementing client’s podiatric treatment
  - Podiatric therapy process
  - Self-assessment and peer evaluation
  - Health examination of feet
  - Self-care education of feet
  - Client reports and their documentation
  - Process of clinical reasoning
  - Models of clinical reasoning
  - Requisites for clinical reasoning
  - Developing diagnostic reasoning by case study
  - Legislation and organisation of infectious disease control in Finland
  - Clinical microbiology as a discipline; communicable pathogens
  - Role of microbes in generation of diseases
  - Infectious disease and pathogenic microbes; normal flora
  - Functions of the antimicrobial defence system in blood and lymph
  - Normal flora disorders and correction of them
  - Endogenous and exogenous transmission routes of infectious microbes; hand hygiene
  - Laboratory diagnostic results of infections and interpretation of them
  - Protection against microbes when working with clients
  - Infections in children, elderly people and individuals in normal health
  - Infections of the skin, mucous membranes and extremities
  - Respiratory infections
  - Patients with nosocomial infections in community care
  - Infections of the bones, muscles and joints; autoimmune diseases

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Supervision of Workplace Training
  Laboratory instruction

  Assessment methods and criteria

  16 x continuous assesment 80%
  1 x learning assignment 20%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD20S1

  Teacher(s)

  Sasu Hyytiä, Marita Saros, Anni Anttila, Mona Liljegren, Sami Pesonen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Work placement(s)

  Clinical Practice

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  16 x 7 h clinical practice

•     Clinical Practise 3 SJ00BJ90-3006 25.10.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to make use of their expertise in a multidisciplinary team during their work placement period. Students are able to apply different diagnostic and therapeutic methods used in podiatry in a diverse and client-oriented manner and recognise the improvement areas of their own expertise. Students are capable of working more independently than before.
  
  Students are able to supervise junior students during work placements and master the basics of peer tutoring and workplace supervision of students.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Basics of Musculoskeletal Podiatry - SJ00BJ82
  Musculoskeletal Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ83
  Musculoskeletal Podiatry 2 - SJ00BJ84
  Clinical Practise 2 - SJ00BJ89

  Course contents

  - Client’s podiatric examination
  - Implementing client’s podiatric treatment and its assessment
  - Multiprofessional cooperation
  - Written learning assignment
  - Peer tutoring

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  supervision of workplace training
  Laboratory instruction

  Assessment methods and criteria

  16 x continuos assesment 80%
  1 x learning assignment 20%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD19S1

  Teacher(s)

  Sasu Hyytiä, Anni Anttila, Mona Liljegren, Elina Wasenius, Sami Pesonen

  Further information for students

  The teacher may give additional assignments as a pedagogical solution e.g. to cover for absence.
  
  MATERIALS and assignments created by the teacher are protected under the Copyright law (404/61), and the teacher holds copyright to these creations. Assignments and materials may not be used other than in your own studies. The public distribution of these is only allowed with the permission of the teacher.
  
  In case the student has received a decision for individual support, which can affect the completion of the study unit, the student should be in touch with the responsible teacher of the study unit directly after the ending of the enrolment period.

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Work placement(s)

  Clinical practice

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  16 x 7h clinical practice

•     Clinical Practise 5 SJ00BJ92-3005 25.10.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to apply different diagnostic and therapeutic methods used in podiatry in a diverse and client-oriented manner and they work independently and responsibly. Students master the different phases of the podiatry process and carry these out independently, while also strengthening their own professional expertise by consolidating their own diagnostic and therapeutic competence and theoretical basis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  SJ00BJ86 High Risk Patient in Podiatr

  Course contents

  - Client’s podiatric examination
  - Implementing client’s podiatric treatment and its assessment
  - Written learning assignment
  - Multiprofessional cooperation

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  supervision of workplace training
  laboratory instruction

  Assessment methods and criteria

  20 x continuous learning 80%
  1 x learning assignment 20%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  01.05.2021 - 31.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD18S1

  Teacher(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Work placement(s)

  clinical practice

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  15 x 7h clinical practice
  5 x 7h clinical practice (Practise 2)
  15 h learning diary

•     Entrepreneurship and Management in the Social and Health Care Sector SX00EA03-3004 14.03.2022-22.05.2022  5 credits  (SXI21S2, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Operating and costing environment
  - Students are familiar with the different ways of organising and providing social and health services and the guiding legislation
  - Students understand the importance of productivity and profitability of organizations and companies’ operations and are able to assess the costs and productivity of operations
  
  Work community development
  - Students understand and know the importance of development and quality in the production of a service
  - Students are able to create new work practices and business ideas.
  
  Entrepreneurship and business organization
  - Students have the basic skills to start a business and they are also know how to utilize of the public advisory services in starting a business
  - Students know the social significance of entrepreneurship as well as the relationship between the economics and business
  
  Supervision and management
  - Students understand the importance of management practices and personnel for the success of organization and the business
  - Students identify general working life skills, responsibilities and work organization methods and adopt the entrepreneurial way of working

  Course contents

  - legislation, contractual practices and funding in the field of social and health services
  - social challenges and impacts on service needs and production
  - entrepreneurial attitude and skills
  - productization, pricing, quality, branding and marketing of services
  - starting a business from a business idea to a business plan
  - different types of companies
  - procurement procedures and tendering
  - management skills and quality development in the operation of organizations
  - working life skills and their importance in the operations of organizations and businesses: life management, communication skills, innovation capacity and digital skills
  - collecting and using available information for operational development and management
  - understanding client needs
  - partnership networks as part of the success of the business and the organization

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Students master professional concepts, and they justify their choices using the comprehensive knowledge base, based on the client’s needs. Students assess systematically the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions.
  
  Students act independently and professionally aiming at goals set to them in their operating environment as well as apply working methods appropriately and safely.
  
  Students work according to professional ethics as well as commit themselves to the group, enhancing its functioning.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 22.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  12.02.2022 - 13.03.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXI21S2
  • TERVEYSAP21S
  • SXD20S1

  Seats

  0 - 100

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Public Health Nursing, Degree Programme in Emergency Care, Nursing (in Finnish), Midwifery, Podiatry, Degree Programme in Nursing

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Finnish as a second language SX00EL00-3002 12.10.2021-07.12.2021  3 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student achieves a sufficient oral and written level of Finland's other official language (Swedish or Finnish as a second language) specified in the Universities of Applied Sciences Decree (1129/2014, §7) and required for work in their field. The student is able to communicate orally and in writing in their own work environment and as a member of a multidisciplinary work community in Swedish, taking ethically into account the various actors, in Finland and the Nordic countries OR in Finnish (S2) in Finland, taking into account the cultural and linguistic starting points of the persons in the communication situation. The student's oral and written communication skills (Swedish or Finnish as a second language) are at least B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The student is able to obtain information about their professional field from various sources and to communicate about such information in writing and orally, making use of any appropriate technology and digitalisation in their work. During the studies, the student will develop an ability to take responsibility for the development of their language and communication competence and an ability and motivation to improve it.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

  Course contents

  The course content is determined on the basis of the degree programme, consisting or oral and written exercises relevant to each field of study:
  • The field's key international and international-at-home interaction situations: individual and group communication
  • Key concepts and terms used in the field
  • Professional organisations, work environments, duties, processes and tools
  • Self-assessment of language and communication skills, and development of learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student can communicate in their most typical general and field-specific professional situations in working life. The student can write simple texts with a reasonable amount of consistency. There may be errors, but the message comes across nevertheless. The student takes part in simple interaction, but often needs help from other speakers. The student is comfortable with everyday vocabulary and the vocabulary of their own field, but inaccuracies and the influence of other languages may make it difficult to get the message across. The student uses the commonest basic structures in a one-sided way and sometimes incorrectly. The student can pronounce understandably but not like a native, and the slowness makes it difficult to assess how well the message may get across.

  Good

  The student can communicate reasonably well in their daily general and field-specific professional situations in working life. The student is able to write a text with coherent content, getting the message across, and is proactive in interaction in common situations in the field. The student is reasonably fluent in basic vocabulary of their field and general language. Word choices may sometimes be inaccurate and the sentence structures imperfect, butthese do not interfere with the communication. The student pronounces understandably, and pauses in the flow of speech do not prevent the message from getting across.

  Excellent

  The student can communicate in versatile and demanding general and field-specific professional situations in working life. The student can write clear and detailed text in a way that is suitable and accurate for the situation. The student takes an active part in interaction in a way that is appropriate in professional situations. The student speaks fluently and effortlessly and takes into account the other speakers. The student uses general vocabulary and the vocabulary in their own field in a versatile way, making very few grammatical errors. The student pronounces clearly and the speech sounds natural.

  Further information

  The course content is determined individually for each degree programme and integrated into the degree context in the curriculum and into substance studies. Oral and written language skills are assessed separately.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  12.10.2021 - 07.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 17.10.2021

  • 3 credits

  Seats

  0 - 100

  Teacher(s)

  Päivi Lehtinen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Biomedical Laboratory Science, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Oral Hygiene, Radiography and Radiotherapy, Podiatry, Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Health Promotion in Podiatry SX00EP48-3001 22.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe health promotion as a multifaceted phenomenon and a continuous process. The student is able to recognize client’s needs for instructions and guide the client by strengthening the client’s own resources and encouraging participation. The student is able to describe national and international recommendations and commitments. The student is knowledgeable about the health promotion process and models at individual and community levels as well as recognize promotive and preventative points of view as a part of health promotion. The student recognizes guidance as a part of client work and is able to apply the principles of motivational interview.
  
  The student recognizes the connection of genetics, age, life habits and illnesses with foot health. The student can recognize parts of self-care and manage to review self-care habits as well as assess the footwear and pain.
  
  The student is able to plan and execute instructional situations for clients and groups that support and promote self-care utilizing appropriate didactive solutions. The student is able to produce applicable material that meets client’s needs.
  
  The student understands the modern view of mental health and psychological functional capacity, viewing a human as psychophysical being, and understands the meaning of psychological resources for human adaptation and well-being. The student is prepared for positive interaction with a client with psychological symptoms. The student understands common mental disorders, is able to assess the sufficiency of own ability in client’s care and direct the client to appropriate mental health services.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Health promotion defined by national and international recommendations
  -Health promotion process and models
  -Promotive and preventative point of view
  -Impact of illnesses on lower extremity health
  -Motivational interview
  -Life habits and podiatry
  -Connection of genetics to foot health
  -Parts of self-care in podiatry
  -Reviewing of foot self-care habits
  -Properties and choice of shoes
  -Assessment of shoes and socks
  -Solutions for supporting self-care
  -Planning and implementation of instructional situations
  -Mental health and psychological functional capacity
  -Holistic view of human well-being
  -Crisis and facing a client in crisis
  -Psychological resources

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  power point presentation which are given during the course
  Stolt, Flink, Saarikoski, Väyrynen 2017: Jalkaterveys

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  guided assignment
  interactive lecture

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Continuous assessment and attendance 30%
  Learning assignment 20%
  Exam 50%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  22.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2021 - 20.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Anni Anttila, hyvinvointi psykologia

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  Exam schedule

  8.12.2021 theory exam
  The date of the retest will be agreed later

  International connections

  N/A

•     Health Promotion in Podiatry SX00EP48-3002 05.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe health promotion as a multifaceted phenomenon and a continuous process. The student is able to recognize client’s needs for instructions and guide the client by strengthening the client’s own resources and encouraging participation. The student is able to describe national and international recommendations and commitments. The student is knowledgeable about the health promotion process and models at individual and community levels as well as recognize promotive and preventative points of view as a part of health promotion. The student recognizes guidance as a part of client work and is able to apply the principles of motivational interview.
  
  The student recognizes the connection of genetics, age, life habits and illnesses with foot health. The student can recognize parts of self-care and manage to review self-care habits as well as assess the footwear and pain.
  
  The student is able to plan and execute instructional situations for clients and groups that support and promote self-care utilizing appropriate didactive solutions. The student is able to produce applicable material that meets client’s needs.
  
  The student understands the modern view of mental health and psychological functional capacity, viewing a human as psychophysical being, and understands the meaning of psychological resources for human adaptation and well-being. The student is prepared for positive interaction with a client with psychological symptoms. The student understands common mental disorders, is able to assess the sufficiency of own ability in client’s care and direct the client to appropriate mental health services.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Health promotion defined by national and international recommendations
  -Health promotion process and models
  -Promotive and preventative point of view
  -Impact of illnesses on lower extremity health
  -Motivational interview
  -Life habits and podiatry
  -Connection of genetics to foot health
  -Parts of self-care in podiatry
  -Reviewing of foot self-care habits
  -Properties and choice of shoes
  -Assessment of shoes and socks
  -Solutions for supporting self-care
  -Planning and implementation of instructional situations
  -Mental health and psychological functional capacity
  -Holistic view of human well-being
  -Crisis and facing a client in crisis
  -Psychological resources

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  05.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Anni Anttila, Mona Liljegren, Eveliina Holmgren

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Health-promoting and Clinical Podiatry SJ00BJ80-3007 10.08.2021-24.10.2021  15 credits  (SXD20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to describe the phases of the podiatry process and utilise this knowledge in the planning and implementation of podiatric treatment as well as in the written assignments of work placements.
  They know how to make podiatric diagnoses and differential diagnoses to find causes for problems.
  
  Students are aware of the health record and case history system and the obligation to keep records and are able to enter the necessary details on the customer information system. They know how to make referrals and provide feedback of podiatry and thus understand the significance of multiprofessionalism as part of the holistic treatment of clients.
  
  Students know how to use equipment and tools of podiatry safely and properly. They are able to describe the principles of aseptic techniques and comply with the high quality aseptic procedures with clients. Students are familiar with the principles of equipment maintenance and are able to ensure a high level of equipment maintenance and use the equipment safely. hey can describe requisites for operating a podiatric unit and are able to apply this knowledge to planning, initiating and maintaining podiatry in the public sector or as practitioners after their graduation.
  
  Students identify various skin and nail symptoms and know how to assess their level of severity and extent from the perspective of podiatry. They are able to choose the suitable methods for treatment and the appropriate external medication to support the treatment. Students are capable of describing the pathogenetic mechanism of the skin and nail changes. They perceive the treatment of the skin and nail problems as part of client’s podiatric care. Students are familiar with the most common dermatological diseases and skin and nail changes related to them as well as the main methods of treatment. They are able to describe the potential podiatry has to offer in treating dermatological patients.
  
  Students are able to make different types of foot orthoses of suitable material to alleviate clients’ discomfort or diseases. Students are capable of using various toe orthotic materials and know how to prepare individual protective and corrective orthoses meeting the needs of the clients. Students perceive orthotic therapy as part of podiatry. Students know the basics of usage of different kind of supporing orthoses and are able to advice clients how to choose and use them.
  
  Students are familiar with the principles of pharmacology. They can describe the indications and effects of use of medicines most important to podiatry as well as identify product names of medicines. Students are aware of drug interaction and the most common side effects of medicines relevant to podiatry.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Professional Basics of Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ65
  Professional Basics of Podiatry 2 - SJ00BJ66

  Course contents

  - Working facilities in podiatry
  - Equipment and tools of podiatry as well as practising their use
  - Aseptic and hygienic aspects of podiatrists’ work
  - Equipment maintenance in podiatry
  - Phases of the podiatry process: determining need for podiatry, planning of podiatry, implementation of podiatry, evaluation of podiatry
  - Diagnoses and differential diagnoses in podiatry
  - Recording patient case histories in podiatry
  - Drawing up and storing patient records
  - Patient data management systems in health care
  - Applying classification of podiatry to recording
  - Podiatric referral-feedback supporting multiprofessional work
  - Identifying and treatment of skin and nail symptoms
  - Pathogenetic mechanism of skin and nail changes
  - Chairside and non-casted orthoses
  - Temporary and adhesive paddings
  - Toe orthoses
  - Different kind of supporting orthoses
  - Pathogenesis of dermatological diseases
  - Principles and methods of treatment in dermatology
  - Psoriasis, leg sores, fungal infections, eczema
  - Potential of podiatry in the treatment of dermatological patients
  - Anti-inflammatory analgesics
  - Internal and external antifungal medicines
  - Medication of the cardiovascular system
  - Antiseptic products
  - Anticoagulants
  - Effects of cytostatics on feet and toe nails

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess andnuse information sources with a critical eye
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  power point presentation which are given during the course
  Stolt, Flink, Saarikoski, Väyrynen 2017: Jalkaterveys

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  laboratory instruction
  guided assignment
  interactive lecture

  Assessment methods and criteria

  continuous assessment 20%
  exam 40%
  skills demonstrations 40%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD20S1

  Teacher(s)

  Kristiina Kokkonen, Anni Anttila, Mona Liljegren

  Further information for students

  The teacher may give additional assignments as a pedagogical solution e.g. to cover for absence.
  
  MATERIALS and assignments created by the teacher are protected under the Copyright law (404/61), and the teacher holds copyright to these creations. Assignments and materials may not be used other than in your own studies. The public distribution of these is only allowed with the permission of the teacher.
  
  In case the student has received a decision for individual support, which can affect the completion of the study unit, the student should be in touch with the responsible teacher of the study unit directly after the ending of the enrolment period.

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

•     Innovation Project XX00BH18-3416 25.10.2021-09.12.2021  10 credits  (SXO19S2B, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course the student can
  - Develop practical, creative and innovative solutions, practices and services with multidisciplinary partners to meet the diverse needs in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.
  The student participates in project or network-based work and applies his or her expertise in regional, national or international development work.
  - Use his or her personal skills and abilities to work and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
  - Create a culture of cooperation and negotiation with the team members and other actors.
  - Use his or her skills in problem solving, collaboration and communication to support the social development and joint decision making of the team.

  Course contents

  Project and innovation work: brainstorming, planning, implementing, assessing, communicating, publishing, product development and marketing.
  Cooperative skills, interest group activities and networking.
  Innovative work methods.
  Areas of communal development skills: development processes, coordinating and managing development, reforming the development concepts.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows the principles of project and network-based work.
  The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences.
  The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student can develop together with the other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work.
  The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Further information

  Assessment is focused on the work carried out during the course, the gained knowledge upon the completion of the course, meeting the course goals and creating innovative solutions.

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  Mode of delivery

  50% Face-to-face, 50% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  1. Ulla Vehkaperä, Kaarina Pirilä ja Marianne Roivas ( toim.) 2013. Innostu ja Innovoi. Käsikirja innovaatiopintoihin. Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu julkaisusarja. Saatavilla sähköisesti http://www.metropolia.fi/fileadmin/user_upload/Julkaisutoiminta/Julkaisusarjat/OIVA/Innostu_ja_innovoi.pdf
  2. Oivallus loppuraportti: http://ek.fi/wp-content/uploads/Oivallus_loppuraportti.pdf
  3. MINNO työkalupakki

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactiv lectures
  25.10.-9.12.2021
  Prework
  group work, work shop
  quided assigment
  project work

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Continuos evaluatio
  Active participation for intensive course
  theory+projectwork= innovationproject 10 op
  Project numeric

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 09.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXO19S2B
  • SXK19S1
  • SXO19S1B
  • SXO19S2A
  • SXO19S1C

  Seats

  20 - 120

  Teacher(s)

  Jenny West, Marita Saros, Teija Rautiola, Ulla Marjosola, Pasi Miettinen, Hannele Hokkanen

  Further information for students

  INTENSIVE STUDY COURSE; Attendance is required throughout the course
  Duration 7 weeks
  Registration for project is done with an e-form
  Project blanks will appear on Google sites for a site that will be published later
  Students will be informed of their placement in project groups before the first project meeting.
  First project meeting: The exact place and time are indicated in the project blank form
  Joint closing ceremony of the project Minnofest 8.12.
  The time of the feedback / evaluation discussion will be agreed with the supervisor. A good grade of an innovation project may enable the project to be continued as a thesis in a project on the same topic according to a separate agreement.
  
  AHOT: The application must be made and approved before registering for the course.
  
  MATERIALS prepared by the teacher are works in accordance with the Copyright Act (404/61) for which the teacher has copyright. Assignments AND MATERIALS may not be used except in their own studies. Their public distribution is only allowed with the permission of the teacher.
  
  Some of the work in the course is distance learning. See here for more details on the processing of personal data related to the implementation of distance learning and the systems, software, IT applications and electronic tools used in the processing of personal data. Link to Metropolia's extensive student and study data register privacy statement https://www.metropolia.fi/fi/metropoliasta/tietosuoja-ja-gdpr/tietosuojaselosteet/metropolian-opiskelija-ja-opintotietorekisteri
  
  Any additional questions to the MINNO coordinator in your school.
  (e-mail name@metropolia.fi)
  School of Health care; Hannele Hokkanen and Teija Rautiola
  School of rehabilitation and examination: Jenny West, Ulla Marjosola
  School of wellbeing:

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Laboratory Science, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Public Health Nursing, Physiotherapy, Elderly Care, Degree Programme in Emergency Care, Nursing (in Finnish), Oral Hygiene, Social Services, Radiography and Radiotherapy, Midwifery, Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  10 credits

  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

  1op= 27 hours of student work
  10 op= 270 hours

  Content periodicity

  Interactive study course, duration 7 weeks.
  Advanced assignment, instructions from news letter from OMA before the beginning of the course
  Registration for projects by e-form xx 2021 and ends xx 2021.
  
  Preliminary assignment (instructions from the OMA "Well come letter" before the start of the course. Return of the assignment by 26.10.2021 to each project's own OMA workspace, which you will receive from the teacher at the first meeting.)
  
  Orientation 25.10.
  Project work Mondays-thursdays
  Meeting of the customer on first week
  8.12. MINNO Fest. End of projects
  9.12.Feed back with superviser
  Other days project work in your on project group
  Weekly meeting of the supervisor. Usually on Mondays and Thursdays.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows principles of project and network-based work. The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences. The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development process´and decision making. The student can develop together with other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work. The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

•     Innovation Project XX00BH18-3467 20.09.2021-09.12.2021  10 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course the student can
  - Develop practical, creative and innovative solutions, practices and services with multidisciplinary partners to meet the diverse needs in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.
  The student participates in project or network-based work and applies his or her expertise in regional, national or international development work.
  - Use his or her personal skills and abilities to work and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
  - Create a culture of cooperation and negotiation with the team members and other actors.
  - Use his or her skills in problem solving, collaboration and communication to support the social development and joint decision making of the team.

  Course contents

  Project and innovation work: brainstorming, planning, implementing, assessing, communicating, publishing, product development and marketing.
  Cooperative skills, interest group activities and networking.
  Innovative work methods.
  Areas of communal development skills: development processes, coordinating and managing development, reforming the development concepts.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows the principles of project and network-based work.
  The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences.
  The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student can develop together with the other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work.
  The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Further information

  Assessment is focused on the work carried out during the course, the gained knowledge upon the completion of the course, meeting the course goals and creating innovative solutions.

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  1. Ulla Vehkaperä, Kaarina Pirilä ja Marianne Roivas ( toim.) 2013. Innostu ja Innovoi. Käsikirja innovaatiopintoihin. Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu julkaisusarja. Saatavilla sähköisesti http://www.metropolia.fi/fileadmin/user_upload/Julkaisutoiminta/Julkaisusarjat/OIVA/Innostu_ja_innovoi.pdf
  2. Oivallus loppuraportti: http://ek.fi/wp-content/uploads/Oivallus_loppuraportti.pdf
  3. MINNO työkalupakki

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lectures
  20.9.-9.12.2021
  Pre- assignment
  Group work, workshop
  Supervised assignments
  Project work

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Continuous evaluation
  Active participation for intensive course
  theory+project work= innovation project 10 op
  Evaluation of the project is numeric.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  20.09.2021 - 09.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Seats

  30 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Ulla Härkönen, Jenny West, Marita Saros, Teija Rautiola, Ulla Marjosola, Petra Heino, Marita Räsänen, Juha Havukumpu, Hannele Hokkanen

  Further information for students

  INTENSIVE STUDY COURSE; Attendance is required throughout the course
  Duration 12 weeks
  Registration for project is done with an e-form
  Project concepts will be released on Google sites later.
  Students will be informed of their placement in project groups before the first project meeting.
  First project meeting: The exact place and time are indicated in the project form
  Joint closing ceremony of the project Minnofest 8.12.
  The time of the feedback / evaluation discussion will be agreed with the supervisor. A good grade of an innovation project may enable the project to be continued as a thesis in a project on the same topic according to a separate agreement.
  
  AHOT: The application must be made and approved before registering for the course.
  
  MATERIALS prepared by the teacher are works in accordance with the Copyright Act (404/61) for which the teacher has copyright. Assignments AND MATERIALS may not be used except in their own studies. Their public distribution is only allowed with the permission of the teacher.
  
  Some of the work in the course is distance learning. See here for more details on the processing of personal data related to the implementation of distance learning and the systems, software, IT applications and electronic tools used in the processing of personal data. Link to Metropolia's extensive student and study data register privacy statement https://www.metropolia.fi/fi/metropoliasta/tietosuoja-ja-gdpr/tietosuojaselosteet/metropolian-opiskelija-ja-opintotietorekisteri
  
  Any additional questions to the MINNO coordinator of your school.
  (e-mail name@metropolia.fi)
  
  School of Health care; Hannele Hokkanen and Teija Rautiola
  School of rehabilitation and examination: Jenny West, Ulla Marjosola
  School of wellbeing:

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Laboratory Science, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Public Health Nursing, Physiotherapy, Elderly Care, Degree Programme in Emergency Care, Nursing (in Finnish), Oral Hygiene, Social Services, Radiography and Radiotherapy, Midwifery, Podiatry, Optometry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  10 credits

  Virtual proportion

  10 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

  1op= 27 hours of student work
  10 op= 270 hours

  Content periodicity

  12 weeks.
  Advanced assignment, instructions from news letter from OMA before the beginning of the course
  Registration for projects by e-form xx 2021 and ends xx 2021.
  Orientation and theory 20.9.2021
  Project work Tuesdays-Thursdays 17-21.00
  Meeting of the customer on first week
  8.12. MINNO Fest. End of projects
  9.12. Feedback with supervisor
  Other days project work in your on project group
  Weekly meeting of the supervisor. Usually on Mondays and Thursdays.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows principles of project and network-based work. The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences. The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development process´and decision making. The student can develop together with other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work. The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making. The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors. The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team. The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

•     Learning and Study Skills SX00DZ87-3046 26.08.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students
  - are able to plan their study path and are motivated about career planning.
  - are able to work according to the ethical principles of the profession.
  - are able to identify their professional information basis and their role in evidence-based work.
  - understand the social welfare and healthcare as a multicultural, multi-value and changing operating environment.
  - are able to describe social welfare and healthcare services and their related legislation in broad terms.
  - understand the relationship of customer experience with social welfare and healthcare services.
  - are able to work according to the of principles data security and data protection.
  - are able to operate in digital learning environments and use the most common computer software and tools.
  - are able to produce information and to communicate professionally.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  N/A

  Course contents

  study skills, learning environments, and acquisition of information
  - learning, skills and career paths enabled by the degree
  - professional information basis and ethical principles x
  - key social welfare and healthcare services and their related legislation x
  - data security and data protection in social welfare and healthcare services
  - IT skills, software and tools for learning and expert tasks
  - Finnish language and communications basics required of professional experts

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  See the attachment "Framework for evaluation criteria of competence"

  Further information

  The study unit studies is to be completed during the first term.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  26.08.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2021 - 20.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Matti Kantola, Mona Liljegren, Timo Raatikainen, Anu Luoma

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Learning and Study Skills SX00DZ87-3048 05.01.2022-31.07.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students
  - are able to plan their study path and are motivated about career planning.
  - are able to work according to the ethical principles of the profession.
  - are able to identify their professional information basis and their role in evidence-based work.
  - understand the social welfare and healthcare as a multicultural, multi-value and changing operating environment.
  - are able to describe social welfare and healthcare services and their related legislation in broad terms.
  - understand the relationship of customer experience with social welfare and healthcare services.
  - are able to work according to the of principles data security and data protection.
  - are able to operate in digital learning environments and use the most common computer software and tools.
  - are able to produce information and to communicate professionally.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  N/A

  Course contents

  study skills, learning environments, and acquisition of information
  - learning, skills and career paths enabled by the degree
  - professional information basis and ethical principles x
  - key social welfare and healthcare services and their related legislation x
  - data security and data protection in social welfare and healthcare services
  - IT skills, software and tools for learning and expert tasks
  - Finnish language and communications basics required of professional experts

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  See the attachment "Framework for evaluation criteria of competence"

  Further information

  The study unit studies is to be completed during the first term.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  05.01.2022 - 31.07.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Matti Kantola, Timo Raatikainen, Sote Viestintä Virtuaali

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Musculoskeletal Podiatry 3 SJ00BJ85-3006 08.09.2021-22.12.2021  10 credits  (SXD19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are aware of children’s different developmental phases and the stages of human development in general. They are able to describe the most common deviations of the lower limbs, positions and functions as well as their assessment and primary methods of treatment in various age groups. Students are familiar with the challenges presented to podiatry by various age groups. They are capable of choosing suitable methods of treatment to support the development and growth as well as functional capacity of various age groups.
  
  Students know how to apply the principles of making foot orthoses to meet the individual needs of the clients. Students identify the most common materials for making foot orthoses and know how to choose the appropriate material for their fabrication. They are capable of safe working in workshops. Students are familiar with the various orthotic techniques and are aware of their indications for use. They are able to choose correct orthose method for different clients. They know the basics of CAD-CAM technique in foot orthose manufacturing. Students are also familiar with the special requirements of various client groups for orthotic therapy of the foot.They can assess the effectiveness of foot orthoses and the functionality of the materials used. Students perceive orthotic therapy as part of podiatry and client service.
  
  Students are able to combine previously studied medical subjects into a differential diagnostic whole catering for practical work. Students develop their skills in assessing clients’ general condition as part of examining patients and monitoring their treatment. Students are able to identify dangerous ‘red flag’ symptoms and refer clients for further treatment.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Professional Basics of Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ65
  Professional Basics of Podiatry 2 - SJ00BJ66
  Basics of Assessment of Functional Capacity in Podiatry 1 - SJ00BJ68
  Methods of Assessment of Functional Capacity in Podiatry - SJ00BJ70
  Basics of Musculoskeletal Podiatry - SJ00BJ82

  Course contents

  - Stages of Human Development
  - Main features of children’s development and growth
  - Development of children’s lower limbs before and after birth
  - Children and youth as podiatrists’ clients
  - Central features of growth and development of the lower limbs
  - Motor development and its effects on child’s posture and mobility
  - Lower limb and toe problems and diseases of children and youth
  - Lower limb and toe problems and diseases of the elderly
  - The elderly as podiatrists’ clients
  - Podiatry services for the elderly
  - Supporting functional capacity of clients of various ages
  - Multiprofessional cooperation in treating clients from different age groups
  - Safe working conditions in workshop facilities
  - Principles and indications for the use of orthotic therapy and making foot orthoses
  - Foot orthotic materials
  - Foot orthoses prepared by means of plaster casts
  - Assessing the effectiveness of foot orthoses
  - Various fabrication techniques of foot orthoses
  - Medial Heel Skive
  - Inverted Orthoses
  - CAD-CAM technology
  - Examination of patient’s general health in planning podiatry
  - Respiratory, cardiovascular, lymph node, reproductive organ and intestine symptoms requiring podiatrist´s reaction
  - Follow-up of patient’s general health during treatment
  - Red Flags

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - search information from a variety of sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - act according to ethical principles
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess andnuse information sources with a critical eye
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - apply professional expertise in various work assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - act according to professional ethics
  - act purposefully in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
  - to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  08.09.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD19S1

  Teacher(s)

  Kristiina Kokkonen, Matti Kantola, Anni Anttila, Mona Liljegren

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Podiatric Assessment Skills 1 SX00EP50-3001 26.08.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to utilize various devices used to measure functional capacity in podiatry, data collection methods, measuring types, as well as is able to assess the reliability of the devices and measurements. The student is able to palpate various anatomical structures, and describe the findings using various palpation techniques. The student is knowledgeable of ideal upright posture characteristics. The student is able to manage the methods of lower extremity alignment, foot load, upright posture and balance assessment. The student understands the principles of joint range of motion and manual muscle testing and is able to adapt the information while evaluating the client.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Lower extremity tissue and structure palpation
  -Principals of musculoskeletal evaluation
  -Ideal upright posture
  -Evaluation of lower extremity alignment
  -Podoscope and load impression evaluation
  -Reliability of measuring devices and measurements
  -Data collection methods
  -Functional capacity and balance evaluations applied in podiatry
  -Evaluation of joint range of motion
  -Manual muscle testing

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  26.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2021 - 20.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Sasu Hyytiä, Matti Kantola, Sami Pesonen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Podiatric Assessment Skills 1 SX00EP50-3002 05.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to utilize various devices used to measure functional capacity in podiatry, data collection methods, measuring types, as well as is able to assess the reliability of the devices and measurements. The student is able to palpate various anatomical structures, and describe the findings using various palpation techniques. The student is knowledgeable of ideal upright posture characteristics. The student is able to manage the methods of lower extremity alignment, foot load, upright posture and balance assessment. The student understands the principles of joint range of motion and manual muscle testing and is able to adapt the information while evaluating the client.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Lower extremity tissue and structure palpation
  -Principals of musculoskeletal evaluation
  -Ideal upright posture
  -Evaluation of lower extremity alignment
  -Podoscope and load impression evaluation
  -Reliability of measuring devices and measurements
  -Data collection methods
  -Functional capacity and balance evaluations applied in podiatry
  -Evaluation of joint range of motion
  -Manual muscle testing

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  05.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Anni Anttila, Mona Liljegren

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Podiatric Assessment Skills 2 SX00EP51-3001 10.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the principles of biomechanics and is able to connect biomechanics as a part of functional capacity and lower extremity functions. The student is able to describe the phases of walking and time-distance variables. The student is able to describe the function of lower extremity joints and muscles in walking as well as understands the impact of trunk and upper extremity motion in walking. The student understands ankle and foot functional anatomy and biomechanics in different phases of walking. The student is able to apply the principles of biomechanics while evaluating client’s locomotion. The student is knowledgeable of methods that evaluate movement, locomotion and motion control as well as is able apply the results in clinical decision making.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Anatomy and physiology 1
  Podiatric Assessment Skills 1

  Course contents

  -Evaluation of human locomotion
  -Principles of biomechanics
  -Functional anatomy and biomechanics of ankle and foot
  -Systems of movement analysis
  -Principles of gait
  -Gait abnormalities
  -Visual observation of gait

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Professional Communication and English SX00EP43-3001 30.08.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to operate in communication and interaction situations during their studies and working life. They are able to produce texts related to their field of expertise for different channels. Students are able to communicate as experts in various duties. They are able to research and assess information in a critical manner as well as use it in an objective manner. Students have a good command of good written and oral communication practices, and they are able to apply them appropriately. Students are able to utilise their linguistic and communication skills for the continuous development of ideas and expertise.
  
  The student knows how to communicate in a fluent and effective manner in English for study and work assignments in their field of expertise both in Finland and abroad and is able to use English for the purpose of developing their own professional skills. The student can obtain information needed in their field of expertise from different sources and is able to process and convey it in writing and orally. The student has a realistic idea of their own linguistic and communication skills and has a positive attitude towards its development as part of their professional skills.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Professional English: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, Level B2.

  Course contents

  Expert word processing skills and the preparation of professional texts
  Interaction skills: client communication, group work and negotiation situations
  Performance skills, influencing by means of speech and the provision of feedback
  Planning and assessing communications
  Basics of scientific writing
  Ethical and critical use of references and their notation
  
  English
  Key international interaction situations of the professional field within Finland and internationally: individual and group communication
  Key concepts and terms of the professional field in texts of the students’ own field of expertise
  Text practices and text types in the professional field
  Data collection, processing, application and conveyance, as well as reading scientific data in a foreign language
  Organisations, working environments, tasks, processes and equipment of the professional field
  Training and career planning for the student’s own professional field
  Self-assessment of linguistic and communication skills and the development of personal learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Under guidance, the student is able to use and produce different types of oral and written texts in professional expert work. The student obtains information from professional sources and utilises the obtained information in both studies and work assignments. The student knows how to operate in communication situations of expert work as well as research and development work.
  
  Professional English: In communication situations related to the student’s field of expertise, the student trusts their own communication skills in professional linguistic situations with the help of specifying questions and short speeches. The student understands the communication of a discussion partner in such a way that the student is able to act on the basis of such communication. The student can express their thoughts in a simple manner and partly in a uniform manner as well as reasonably understandably, even if the student is lacking in the professional special language and there are linguistic errors that weaken the conveyance of a message. The student can independently create simple texts of predetermined format as well as more comprehensive texts with the help of linguistic aids.

  Good

  The student is able to independently use and produce different types of oral and written texts in professional expert work. The student can diversely search for information from professional sources and is able to assess the reliability and usability of the information in his/her studies and work duties. The student knows how to operate constructively in communication situations of expert work as well as research and development work.
  
  Professional English: In communication situations related to the student’s field of expertise, the student trusts their communication skills in such a way that the student can cope in linguistic situations in accordance with the objectives of the professional task. The student can share thoughts as an equal partner with an individual language user, communicates at their own self initiative in professional linguistic situations while considering to some extent
  the linguistic and cultural backgrounds of the participants, as well as the requirements of the situation. The student can express one’s self without delay in a clear and detailed manner, and accurately uses professional vocabulary. The student can pronounce English clearly in such a way that the overall message is conveyed, and the student can produce texts for different purposes in which the linguistic shortcomings do not prevent the message from being conveyed.

  Excellent

  The student is able to objectively use and produce different types of oral and written texts in professional expert work. The student can diversely search for information from professional sources and is able to critically assess the reliability and usability of the information in his/her studies and work duties. The student knows how to operate as a group member and leader in communication situations of expert work as well as research and development work. The student shows the will to want to develop his/her expert communication and interaction skills.
  
  Professional English: In communication situations related to their field the students trust their communications skills to allow them to take initiative in communication events following the discourse practice of the field. The student interacts clearly and fluently as an equal partner with a proficient speaker and takes initiative also in demanding professional communications where participants’ cultural and language backgrounds need to be taken into account. The student expresses themselves effectively and accurately, uses professional terminology accurately. The student pronounces English clearly, with stress and rhythm matching the total message and has the ability to produce several genres, which are clear, well structured, and effective.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2021 - 20.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Emma Salomaa, Anu Luoma

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Professional Communication and English SX00EP43-3002 05.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to operate in communication and interaction situations during their studies and working life. They are able to produce texts related to their field of expertise for different channels. Students are able to communicate as experts in various duties. They are able to research and assess information in a critical manner as well as use it in an objective manner. Students have a good command of good written and oral communication practices, and they are able to apply them appropriately. Students are able to utilise their linguistic and communication skills for the continuous development of ideas and expertise.
  
  The student knows how to communicate in a fluent and effective manner in English for study and work assignments in their field of expertise both in Finland and abroad and is able to use English for the purpose of developing their own professional skills. The student can obtain information needed in their field of expertise from different sources and is able to process and convey it in writing and orally. The student has a realistic idea of their own linguistic and communication skills and has a positive attitude towards its development as part of their professional skills.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Professional English: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, Level B2.

  Course contents

  Expert word processing skills and the preparation of professional texts
  Interaction skills: client communication, group work and negotiation situations
  Performance skills, influencing by means of speech and the provision of feedback
  Planning and assessing communications
  Basics of scientific writing
  Ethical and critical use of references and their notation
  
  English
  Key international interaction situations of the professional field within Finland and internationally: individual and group communication
  Key concepts and terms of the professional field in texts of the students’ own field of expertise
  Text practices and text types in the professional field
  Data collection, processing, application and conveyance, as well as reading scientific data in a foreign language
  Organisations, working environments, tasks, processes and equipment of the professional field
  Training and career planning for the student’s own professional field
  Self-assessment of linguistic and communication skills and the development of personal learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Under guidance, the student is able to use and produce different types of oral and written texts in professional expert work. The student obtains information from professional sources and utilises the obtained information in both studies and work assignments. The student knows how to operate in communication situations of expert work as well as research and development work.
  
  Professional English: In communication situations related to the student’s field of expertise, the student trusts their own communication skills in professional linguistic situations with the help of specifying questions and short speeches. The student understands the communication of a discussion partner in such a way that the student is able to act on the basis of such communication. The student can express their thoughts in a simple manner and partly in a uniform manner as well as reasonably understandably, even if the student is lacking in the professional special language and there are linguistic errors that weaken the conveyance of a message. The student can independently create simple texts of predetermined format as well as more comprehensive texts with the help of linguistic aids.

  Good

  The student is able to independently use and produce different types of oral and written texts in professional expert work. The student can diversely search for information from professional sources and is able to assess the reliability and usability of the information in his/her studies and work duties. The student knows how to operate constructively in communication situations of expert work as well as research and development work.
  
  Professional English: In communication situations related to the student’s field of expertise, the student trusts their communication skills in such a way that the student can cope in linguistic situations in accordance with the objectives of the professional task. The student can share thoughts as an equal partner with an individual language user, communicates at their own self initiative in professional linguistic situations while considering to some extent
  the linguistic and cultural backgrounds of the participants, as well as the requirements of the situation. The student can express one’s self without delay in a clear and detailed manner, and accurately uses professional vocabulary. The student can pronounce English clearly in such a way that the overall message is conveyed, and the student can produce texts for different purposes in which the linguistic shortcomings do not prevent the message from being conveyed.

  Excellent

  The student is able to objectively use and produce different types of oral and written texts in professional expert work. The student can diversely search for information from professional sources and is able to critically assess the reliability and usability of the information in his/her studies and work duties. The student knows how to operate as a group member and leader in communication situations of expert work as well as research and development work. The student shows the will to want to develop his/her expert communication and interaction skills.
  
  Professional English: In communication situations related to their field the students trust their communications skills to allow them to take initiative in communication events following the discourse practice of the field. The student interacts clearly and fluently as an equal partner with a proficient speaker and takes initiative also in demanding professional communications where participants’ cultural and language backgrounds need to be taken into account. The student expresses themselves effectively and accurately, uses professional terminology accurately. The student pronounces English clearly, with stress and rhythm matching the total message and has the ability to produce several genres, which are clear, well structured, and effective.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Liisa Jaakkonen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  05.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Liisa Jaakkonen, Sote Viestintä Virtuaali

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Professional development SJ00BJ93-3005 25.10.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students develop their systematic approach and are able to draw up their own individual portfolio. Students strengthen their councelling skills by implementing counselling sessions for client groups. By participating in national professional events, students initiate a critical, evaluative and research-oriented approach to work in order to develop podiatry. At the final stage of their studies, students provide various types of evidence of development of their expertise.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Clinical Practise 1 - SJ00BJ88
  Clinical Practise 2 - SJ00BJ89
  Clinical Practise 3 - SJ00BJ90
  Clinical Practise 4 - SJ00BJ91

  Course contents

  - Supporting professional development of podiatrists
  - Developing counceling skills
  - Developing professional expertise
  - Final exams and demonstrations
  - Portfolio

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
  - use concepts and information in his field systematically
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information and findings
  - find information and argue the use of his sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS , PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - work in various duties depending on the assignment
  - define the principles of and requirements for his actions
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - find out the safety instructions concerning a word assignments and to act accordingly
  - act according to the relevant professional ethical principles
  - plan and guide the operation of multidisciplinary groups
  - communicate about professional issues

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
  - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS , PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply research information to professional assignments
  - operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
  - act in a client- and customer-oriented way and as an entrepreneur
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration
  - evaluate actions from the viewpoint of professional ethics
  - represent his professional field in multidisciplinary and international groups and projects

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display a good understanding of professional information
  - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
  - create and communicate new information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS , PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - develop innovative and alternative solutions to professional assignments and problems
  - apply professional expertise in new situations
  - take responsibility for a professional process in its entirety
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - develop the community's safety and responsibility
  - apply professional ethics in various situations
  - manage the professional development of individuals/groups
  - act purposefully and to develop himself and working life

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Anni Anttila

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD18S1

  Teacher(s)

  Anni Anttila, Elina Wasenius

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Rehabilitation as Multidisciplinary Collaboration SX00BY31-3046 03.01.2022-13.03.2022  5 credits  (SXI21S2, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will define the concept of rehabilitation and explain what client-based and functioning mean in rehabilitation according to the basic idea of ICF. They will know the basics of rehabilitation planning and multidisciplinary and multi-professional cooperation. Students will be able to identify the structure and financing of health and social services, as well as the key legislation impacting their activities. Students will search for current and researched information about rehabilitation.

  Course contents

  • Good practices in rehabilitation, rehabilitation planning
  • Introduction to ICF levels
  • Multidisciplinary cooperation
  • Service structure and relevant legislation in Health and Social Services
  • Current phenomena in rehabilitation

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  03.01.2022 - 13.03.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXI21S2
  • SXA21S1
  • SXB21S1
  • SXD21S1
  • SXF21S1

  Seats

  5 - 200

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Reporting and Publication of the Bachelor’s Thesis SX00BU43-3079 25.10.2021-22.12.2021  5 credits  (SXD18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will report and finalise their bachelor’s thesis. They will be able to describe and evaluate their entire bachelor’s thesis process. They will know how to share about their bachelor’s thesis to their chosen target group and demonstrate their competence in the community of experts in both Finnish and English.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Passed before course beginning:
  SX00BU42 Implementing the Bachelor’s Thesis

  Course contents

  - Content of the module
  - Finalising and reporting of bachelor’s thesis
  - Writing an English abstract
  - Taking the Maturity Examination
  - Publication of the project in article, poster or presentation form

  Further information

  Thesis evaluation as agreed in degree programme.
  
  Students and their teachers/tutors will go through other recommended courses in their individual study plan (ISP) discussions.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 22.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 16.05.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD18S1

  Teacher(s)

  Anu Valtonen, Matti Kantola, Sirpa Ahokas, Marianne Roivas

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  R&D proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Skin and Nail Disorders of the Lower Extremities SX00EP53-3001 05.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the layered structure of skin and the purpose of the structure of layers. The student is able to describe skin and nail anomalies as well as the mechanism of skin diseases. The student recognizes the most common skin and nail anomalies and skin and nail diseases and is able to differentiate them. The student is able to assess the level of severity and extent as well as is knowledgeable of the appropriate treatment methods and the supporting external pharmacological treatment.
  
  The student is knowledgeable of the key laboratory tests for skin and nail diseases. The student is knowledgeable of the surgical treatments of skin and nail diseases. The student is able to describe the principles of general pharmaceutical treatment for skin and nail diseases. The student is able to describe the indicators for the pharmaceutical treatments of central skin and nail diseases, mechanisms of action as well as recognizes their commercial names. The student is aware of combined effects of the medicines and the changes in skin and nail caused by the medicines.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Anatomy and physiology 1

  Course contents

  -Skin and nail structure and purpose
  -Mechanism of skin and nail anomalies and pathologies, and skin diseases
  -Recognition, differentiation and treatment principles of skin and nail anomalies and diseases
  -Principles of treatment and treatment approaches of skin diseases
  -Podiatric possibilities for the treatment of a patient with a skin disease
  -Principles of general pharmaceutical treatment
  -Pharmaceutical treatment of skin and nail diseases
  -Effect of different pharmaceutical treatments on feet, skin and toenails

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  05.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Marita Saros, Kristiina Kokkonen, Mona Liljegren, Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     The Role of Podiatry in Health and Rehabilitation Services SX00EP47-3001 10.01.2022-27.05.2022  5 credits  (SXD21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student understands the networking of a work community and is able to operate in various roles in the work community. The student is knowledgeable of social and health services and the main legislation that defines them. The student is knowledgeable of the principals of accessibility from the point of view of clients, employees, operational environment, and legislation.
  
  The student knows the principles of organizing podiatric services. The student is knowledgeable of the principles of organizing services and competitive bidding practices of the services. The student understands the meaning of social and health services to individuals, communities and the society. The student is able to direct clients to appropriate services. The student recognizes the student’s own potential as a podiatric operator and developer.
  
  Occupational life Swedish: The students acquire the written and oral language skills in the second domestic language that are necessary in their professional field, as stipulated by national legislation (1129/2014, 7 §). The students have the written and oral language skills to communicate in work environments of their professional field, and as members of a multidisciplinary work community while ethically considering various operators when working in Swedish in Finland and in Nordic countries OR in Finnish (as a second language) while considering the cultural and linguistic starting points of people participating in the communications. The students acquire oral and written language and communication skills (Swedish or Finnish as a second language) reaching the minimum of B1 level as defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. They learn to seek information related to their own professional fields in various sources and convey information both orally and in writing by utilising the opportunities provided by technology and digitalisation. During their studies, the students form a positive and realistic view of their language use and communicative competence as well as skills and motivation to develop them further.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Basics of Podiatry Profession
  Health Promotion in Podiatry
  Second domestic language: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, Level B1.

  Course contents

  -Podiatry services in the Helsinki metropolitan area
  -Networking
  -Accessibility
  -Competitive bidding processes
  -Podiatry process: defining the necessity for podiatry services, the planning, implementation, and assessment of podiatry
  -Documentation
  -Forming, recording, and storing medical records of patients
  -Health care client and patient medical record systems and information entry
  -Podiatric terminology usage in documentation
  -Podiatry referral and feedback supporting multi-professional work
  
  The studies of a second domestic language are integrated with the following contents:
  Key international interaction situations of the professional field within Finland and internationally: individual and group communication
  Key concepts and terminology
  Organisations, working environments, tasks, processes and equipment of the professional field
  Self-assessment of linguistic and communication skills and the development of learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group
  
  Second domestic language: In communication situations related to his/her field the student manages in the most common general and specialised professional communication situations. The student can write simple, partially non-uniform text. Errors may cause difficulties to understand, but they do not prevent the message from being conveyed. The student participates in simple interaction, but often needs support from their discussion partner. The student is familiar with the normal vocabulary of their field of expertise and general language, but inaccuracies and the effect of other languages may interfere with conveying messages. The student uses the most common basic structures is a monotonous, and partially incorrect, manner. The student mainly pronounces correctly, although pronunciation differs from the target language and the slowness of the sentence rhythm makes the assessment of communication functionality difficult.

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group
  
  Second domestic language: In communication situations related to his/her field the student manages reasonably in everyday common general and specialised professional communication situations. The student can compose coherent texts that successfully communicate the intended meaning and takes initiative in familiar professional communication situations. The student uses general and basic technical terminology of his/her own field relatively well. Lapses may occur in the choice of words or grammatical structures, but these do not cause misunderstanding. The student pronounces in an understandable manner, and the breaks in the sentence rhythm do not interfere with conveying messages.

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students
  
  Second domestic language: In communication situations related to his/her field the student manages in extremely diverse and challenging common general and specialised professional communication situations. The student can produce clear and detailed texts appropriate for the situation. The student is an active participant in professional communication situations and allows for the requirements of the situation. Speaks fluently and effortlessly and takes the conversation partner in account. Uses technical and general terminology as well as grammatical structures diversely and almost without errors. Pronounces clearly, with a natural sentence rhythm.

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 27.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  29.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD21S1

  Seats

  5 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Jalkaterapia Virtuaali, Matti Kantola, Mona Liljegren

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

Academic year 2022 - 2023

•     Anatomy and Physiology 2 SX00EP46-3002 08.08.2022-21.12.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the structure of a nerve cell, formation, and conduction of a nerve impulse in a cell and to the next cell. The student explains the development of nervous system, the basic structure of the nervous system and core functions of different parts of the nervous system. The student describes in detail the central nerves of a lower extremity, their locations and innervations of the muscle groups and skin areas. The student describes the composition of blood and the physiological function. The student explains the core structures and functions of the circulatory system, lymphatic system, and respiratory system.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  - (not translated)

  Course contents

  -Nervous system developmental milestones
  -Central nervous system structure, key functions: sensory, motor, and autonomic functions
  -Principles of the peripheral nervous system
  -Formation, location and innervation targets of lower extremity peripheral nerves
  -Blood and circulatory system
  -Lymphatic system
  -Respiratory system

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  08.08.2022 - 21.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.05.2022 - 15.05.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Biomechanics and Rehabilitation of Lower Extremities 1 SX00EP54-3002 08.08.2022-21.12.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe aetiology, progression, and related structural changes on a cell and tissue level of the most common illnesses as well as the basics of a healing process from the pathophysiological point of view. The student manages tissue healing processes of low extremity tissues and understands the rehabilitation principles of different tissue types and the protocols related to rehabilitation. The student understands the differences between acute and overuse injuries and the common aetiology.
  
  The student is able to plan and execute instructional situations for clients and groups that support and promote self-care utilizing appropriate didactive solutions. The student is able to produce applicable material that meets client’s needs. The student recognizes the most common musculoskeletal illnesses that impact lower extremities and is able to recognize the aetiology and differential diagnoses. The student becomes competent in evaluation, prevention, rehabilitation, treatment methods, and in instructing a client. The student understands the significance of collaboration with other professionals treating musculoskeletal clients.
  
  The student is knowledgeable of therapeutic exercise, principles of joint mobilization, and understands their indication in the rehabilitation of different lower extremity problems.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Anatomy and Physiology 1
  Podiatric Assessment Skills 1

  Course contents

  -Central aetiology of illnesses
  -Progression of illnesses and influencing factors
  -Structural changes connected with illnesses
  -Functional disturbances of organ systems
  -General principles of healing from illnesses
  -Diagnosing and treatment of pathological changes
  -Rehabilitation principles and rehabilitation protocols of different tissues
  -Acute and overuse injuries
  -Aetiology of musculoskeletal illnesses
  -Differential diagnoses
  -Prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal illnesses
  -(Osteo)arthritis
  -Osteoporosis
  -Basics of therapeutic exercise and joint mobilization
  -Motor control and learning

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Elina Wasenius

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  08.08.2022 - 21.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.05.2022 - 15.05.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Kristiina Kokkonen, Elina Wasenius

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Podiatric Assessment Skills 2 SX00EP51-3002 08.08.2022-21.12.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the principles of biomechanics and is able to connect biomechanics as a part of functional capacity and lower extremity functions. The student is able to describe the phases of walking and time-distance variables. The student is able to describe the function of lower extremity joints and muscles in walking as well as understands the impact of trunk and upper extremity motion in walking. The student understands ankle and foot functional anatomy and biomechanics in different phases of walking. The student is able to apply the principles of biomechanics while evaluating client’s locomotion. The student is knowledgeable of methods that evaluate movement, locomotion and motion control as well as is able apply the results in clinical decision making.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Anatomy and physiology 1
  Podiatric Assessment Skills 1

  Course contents

  -Evaluation of human locomotion
  -Principles of biomechanics
  -Functional anatomy and biomechanics of ankle and foot
  -Systems of movement analysis
  -Principles of gait
  -Gait abnormalities
  -Visual observation of gait

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  08.08.2022 - 21.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.05.2022 - 15.05.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Matti Kantola, Mona Liljegren

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Rehabilitation as Multidisciplinary Collaboration SX00BY31-3045 15.08.2022-21.12.2022  5 credits  (SXB22K2, ...) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will define the concept of rehabilitation and explain what client-based and functioning mean in rehabilitation according to the basic idea of ICF. They will know the basics of rehabilitation planning and multidisciplinary and multi-professional cooperation. Students will be able to identify the structure and financing of health and social services, as well as the key legislation impacting their activities. Students will search for current and researched information about rehabilitation.

  Course contents

  • Good practices in rehabilitation, rehabilitation planning
  • Introduction to ICF levels
  • Multidisciplinary cooperation
  • Service structure and relevant legislation in Health and Social Services
  • Current phenomena in rehabilitation

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Student is able to:
  - Display learning in core content
  - Use individual professional concepts correctly
  - Find information for a specific situation
  - Distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  - Act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - Display learning in his professional field
  - Show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - Follow safety instructions
  - Display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - Operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  Student is able to:
  - Display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - Assess and limit the amount of information needed
  - Operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - Operate in a multicultural environment
  - Operate safely
  - Act according to professional ethics
  - Operate in a student group

  Excellent

  Student is able to:
  - Use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - Assess and use various information sources
  - Apply professional information in professional assignments
  - Work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - Act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - To take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - Argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - Organise the activities of a group of students

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.08.2022 - 21.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.05.2022 - 15.05.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXB22K2
  • SXD22K2
  • SXB22K1
  • SXI22K2
  • SXC22K2

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Elderly Care, Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Skin and Nail Disorders of the Lower Extremities SX00EP53-3002 08.08.2022-21.12.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to describe the layered structure of skin and the purpose of the structure of layers. The student is able to describe skin and nail anomalies as well as the mechanism of skin diseases. The student recognizes the most common skin and nail anomalies and skin and nail diseases and is able to differentiate them. The student is able to assess the level of severity and extent as well as is knowledgeable of the appropriate treatment methods and the supporting external pharmacological treatment.
  
  The student is knowledgeable of the key laboratory tests for skin and nail diseases. The student is knowledgeable of the surgical treatments of skin and nail diseases. The student is able to describe the principles of general pharmaceutical treatment for skin and nail diseases. The student is able to describe the indicators for the pharmaceutical treatments of central skin and nail diseases, mechanisms of action as well as recognizes their commercial names. The student is aware of combined effects of the medicines and the changes in skin and nail caused by the medicines.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Anatomy and physiology 1

  Course contents

  -Skin and nail structure and purpose
  -Mechanism of skin and nail anomalies and pathologies, and skin diseases
  -Recognition, differentiation and treatment principles of skin and nail anomalies and diseases
  -Principles of treatment and treatment approaches of skin diseases
  -Podiatric possibilities for the treatment of a patient with a skin disease
  -Principles of general pharmaceutical treatment
  -Pharmaceutical treatment of skin and nail diseases
  -Effect of different pharmaceutical treatments on feet, skin and toenails

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Mona Liljegren

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  08.08.2022 - 21.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.05.2022 - 15.05.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Kristiina Kokkonen, Marita Saros, Mona Liljegren, Pirkko-Leena Kuosa

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     The Role of Podiatry in Health and Rehabilitation Services SX00EP47-3002 08.08.2022-21.12.2022  5 credits  (SXD22K2) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student understands the networking of a work community and is able to operate in various roles in the work community. The student is knowledgeable of social and health services and the main legislation that defines them. The student is knowledgeable of the principals of accessibility from the point of view of clients, employees, operational environment, and legislation.
  
  The student knows the principles of organizing podiatric services. The student is knowledgeable of the principles of organizing services and competitive bidding practices of the services. The student understands the meaning of social and health services to individuals, communities and the society. The student is able to direct clients to appropriate services. The student recognizes the student’s own potential as a podiatric operator and developer.
  
  Occupational life Swedish: The students acquire the written and oral language skills in the second domestic language that are necessary in their professional field, as stipulated by national legislation (1129/2014, 7 §). The students have the written and oral language skills to communicate in work environments of their professional field, and as members of a multidisciplinary work community while ethically considering various operators when working in Swedish in Finland and in Nordic countries OR in Finnish (as a second language) while considering the cultural and linguistic starting points of people participating in the communications. The students acquire oral and written language and communication skills (Swedish or Finnish as a second language) reaching the minimum of B1 level as defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. They learn to seek information related to their own professional fields in various sources and convey information both orally and in writing by utilising the opportunities provided by technology and digitalisation. During their studies, the students form a positive and realistic view of their language use and communicative competence as well as skills and motivation to develop them further.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Basics of Podiatry Profession
  Health Promotion in Podiatry
  Second domestic language: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, Level B1.

  Course contents

  -Podiatry services in the Helsinki metropolitan area
  -Networking
  -Accessibility
  -Competitive bidding processes
  -Podiatry process: defining the necessity for podiatry services, the planning, implementation, and assessment of podiatry
  -Documentation
  -Forming, recording, and storing medical records of patients
  -Health care client and patient medical record systems and information entry
  -Podiatric terminology usage in documentation
  -Podiatry referral and feedback supporting multi-professional work
  
  The studies of a second domestic language are integrated with the following contents:
  Key international interaction situations of the professional field within Finland and internationally: individual and group communication
  Key concepts and terminology
  Organisations, working environments, tasks, processes and equipment of the professional field
  Self-assessment of linguistic and communication skills and the development of learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display learning in core content
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - find information for a specific situation
  - distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - display learning in his professional field
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - follow safety instructions
  - display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
  - operate as a member of a student group
  
  Second domestic language: In communication situations related to his/her field the student manages in the most common general and specialised professional communication situations. The student can write simple, partially non-uniform text. Errors may cause difficulties to understand, but they do not prevent the message from being conveyed. The student participates in simple interaction, but often needs support from their discussion partner. The student is familiar with the normal vocabulary of their field of expertise and general language, but inaccuracies and the effect of other languages may interfere with conveying messages. The student uses the most common basic structures is a monotonous, and partially incorrect, manner. The student mainly pronounces correctly, although pronunciation differs from the target language and the slowness of the sentence rhythm makes the assessment of communication functionality difficult.

  Good

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - assess and limit the amount of information needed
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate in a multicultural environment
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - operate safely
  - act according to professional ethics
  - operate in a student group
  
  Second domestic language: In communication situations related to his/her field the student manages reasonably in everyday common general and specialised professional communication situations. The student can compose coherent texts that successfully communicate the intended meaning and takes initiative in familiar professional communication situations. The student uses general and basic technical terminology of his/her own field relatively well. Lapses may occur in the choice of words or grammatical structures, but these do not cause misunderstanding. The student pronounces in an understandable manner, and the breaks in the sentence rhythm do not interfere with conveying messages.

  Excellent

  PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
  The student is able to:
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
  The student is able to:
  - to take safety issues into consideration in his action
  - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
  - organise the activities of a group of students
  
  Second domestic language: In communication situations related to his/her field the student manages in extremely diverse and challenging common general and specialised professional communication situations. The student can produce clear and detailed texts appropriate for the situation. The student is an active participant in professional communication situations and allows for the requirements of the situation. Speaks fluently and effortlessly and takes the conversation partner in account. Uses technical and general terminology as well as grammatical structures diversely and almost without errors. Pronounces clearly, with a natural sentence rhythm.

  Further information

  Recommended optional programme components
  The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Matti Kantola

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  08.08.2022 - 21.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.05.2022 - 15.05.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • SXD22K2

  Teacher(s)

  Jalkaterapia Virtuaali, Anni Anttila, Mona Liljegren

  Unit, in charge

  School of Rehabilitation and Examination

  Degree Programme

  Podiatry

  Unit location

  Myllypurontie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5