Work Placement (5 cr)

Objective

Upon completion of the course the student will be able to
• apply the knowledge learned in theory into practice
• work independently in tasks specific to his/her professional field
• use professional tools in his/her work
• operate in the professional field and use relevant methods.

Content

The aim of the course is to acquaint students with relevant work tasks in their field and apply their knowledge and skills as professionals in Finland. Students will learn to manage typical situations at work, get acquainted with the Finnish work environment, build networks and deepen their competence.

This course is aimed for one that has immigration background and speaks Finnish in B1-level. Teaching in slow, plain Finnish (called selkosuomi). Lectures are at the day-time and requires active participation. Course requires a lot of time used outside the classroom. Studying requires accounting skills, previous education or work experience.

Location and time

Traineeships in the workplace.

Materials

Separate material in the course.

Teaching methods

This course is aimed for one that has immigration background and speaks Finnish in B1-level. Guidance in slow, plain Finnish (called selkosuomi). Requires accounting skills, previous education or work experience.

Employer connections

The whole course is done in the workplace.

Exam schedules

Implemented in the workplace and the student provides reports on work experience and professional development.

International connections

Traineeships mainly in Finland.

Completion alternatives

To be negotiated separately.

Student workload

Work placements, applying for a placement and reflecting on your placement.

Content scheduling

A steady workload throughout the course.

Further information

This course is aimed for one that has immigration background and speaks Finnish in B1-level.

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students have achieved the course objectives fairly. Students will be able to identify, define and use the concepts and models specific to the field of work. The student understands the criteria and principles of professional development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students have achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Students are able to define the course concepts and models and are able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply their knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of work and is able to analyse his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students have achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Students master commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Students are able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The students are well prepared to apply their knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. Students are able to analyse field-specific expertise and the evolvement of their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students have achieved the course objectives fairly. Students will be able to identify, define and use the concepts and models specific to the field of work. The student understands the criteria and principles of professional development.

Assessment methods and criteria

Certificate of a completed work placement in the professional field and work placement reflection.

Qualifications

Previous competence suitable for the duties and/or suitable studies in the Career Boost Programme.