•     Therapeutic occupation in groups SX00BK39-3012 22.09.2020-15.10.2020  5 credits  (SXI19K2) +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    Students are familiar with the developmental stages and dynamics of a group. They are able to justify the use of an occupational therapy group. Students know how to plan an occupational therapy group and practise setting objectives. They know how to make use of group theories when instructing occupational therapy groups. Students are able to choose and apply occupational forms in line with the objectives of the group. Students observe the group and reflect on their own group instruction skills.
    Prerequisites and co-requisites
    Building a therapeutic relationship
    Therapeutic occupation in productive
    (study, work) and leisure activities
    Work placement 2: Assessment and promotion of occupational performance and participation
    Course contents
    • Developmental levels of a group and group dynamics
    • Therapeutic factors of a group
    • Group theories of occupational therapy
    • Functions and roles of group instructors
    • Individual and group objectives
    • Use of occupation in a group
    Assessment criteria
    Satisfactory
    The 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
    The 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
    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
    - operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
    - to act in a way that is customer-oriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
    - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
    - argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
    - organize and manage the operation of a group and project
    Further information
    Practising group instruction in co-operation with the world of work.

    Name of lecturer(s)

    Sanna Piikki

    Mode of delivery

    Face-to-face

    Recommended or required reading

    Related references:
    Hautala, Hämäläinen, Mäkelä & Rusi-Pyykönen 2013. Toiminnan voimaa . Luku: toiminnan voimaa. sivut 161- 200 ja Liite 4. (Available only in Finnish)
    Cole, Marilyn. Group Dynamics in OT.
    Finlay, Linda. 2001. Groupwork in Occupational Therapy. Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes.
    Finlay, Linda. 2004. The Practice of Psychosocial Occupation. Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes.
    Creek, J. 2014 (5, ed.). Occupational Therapy and Mental Health. Churchill Livingstone. See chapter 16. (Please, use the 4th or 5th edition).
    Mosey, Anne, Cronin. 1986. Psychosocial Components of Occupational Therapy. New York: Raven Press. Pages 248 -294. See Develpmental groups, pages. 282 -289.

    Additional litterature will be announced.

    Planned learning activities and teaching methods

    Activating, interactive Lectures
    Small group tutorial
    Workshops x2
    Reflection on individual learning outcomes
    Laboration related to the use of therapeutic occupation
    Collaborative field work (in context of group leadership)
    Coursework

    Assessment methods and criteria

    Learning assignment and active participation (100%)
    Oral and written feedback

    Language of instruction

    Tuition in Finnish

    Timing

    22.09.2020 - 15.10.2020

    Enrollment date

    04.05.2020 - 17.05.2020

    Group(s)
    • SXI19K2
    Unit, in charge

    School of Wellbeing

    Teacher(s)

    Jennie Nyman, Sanna Piikki

    Further information for students

    N/A

    Degree Programme

    Occupational Therapy

    Unit location

    Myllypurontie 1

    Evaluation scale

    Hyväksytty/Hylätty

    Completion alternatives

    Please contact Sanna Piikki

    Work placement(s)

    Several field work partners included

    Exam schedule

    more information be announced

    International connections

    N/A

    Students use of time and load

    See also schedule.
    Obligatory participation in two workshops.

    Content periodicity

    N/A

    Location and Time

    N/A