Workplacement 1 (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

The aim of the work placement is that the student is able to operate in dialogical interaction in accordance with ethical principles during client situations and in working communities. The student practices evaluation, production and provision of aids that promote the client's agency and ability to function. Students assess and develop their personal activities.
Students’ key professional competences and expertise deepen systematically as the studies progress.

Content

Students’ work placement as a goal-oriented, supervised and evaluated activity, in working life learning environments.

Prerequisites

- SX00EP25 Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System 1 and Physiology
- SX00EP27 Professional Basis for Prosthetics and Orthotics
- SX00EP30 Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System 2, Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology
- SX00EQ75 Basics of Medical Expertise in the Field of Prosthetics and Orthotics
- SX00EP32 Lower Limb Amputations and Prosthetics

Teaching methods

Practical working in campus

Location and time

Myllypuro

Learning materials and recommended literature

N/A

Further information for students

Clinical skils
special shoes and insoles

Assessment methods and criteria

Participating 80%
Written tasks 20%

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved/Failed:
Approved
KNOWLEDGE BASE
The student is able to:
- apply the knowledge base in the field as appropriate
- use industry concepts and knowledge consistently
- justify activities on the basis of research-based information and studies
- seek information and justify the use of information sources PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ACTIVITIES AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- perform various tasks according to the assignment
- assess the starting points and needs of the activity
- demonstrate to have achieved core competence objectives
- RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- identify the safety instructions related to work tasks and act accordingly
- act in accordance with the ethical principles of their profession
- plan and guide activities of multidisciplinary groups
- communicate professional matters

Failed: KNOWLEDGE BASE
- does not adequately master or regard industry knowledge
- insufficient knowledge of professional terms
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, ACTIVITIES AND DEVELOPMENT
- insufficient professional skills as an expert
- does not operate in accordance with training and guidance RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
- is negligent about the safety or ethical conduct of the profession
- is not motivated nor participates in group and development work