Clinical Practice in Optional Professional Studies
Structure Type:
Course
Code:
KG10BPE5
Type:
Compulsory
Level:
Bachelor
Credits:
10.0 points
Responsible Teacher:
Kiili, Riitta
Teacher Team:
Finne, Merja ; Svahn, Tarja ; Hautamäki, Minna ; Kuhalampi, Katriina
Language of Instruction:
Finnish
Learning Outcomes
This practical training combines everything learned during the earlier terms. This period is especially designed to deepen the skill and knowledge gained during Child, Adult and Aging People's Physiotherapy studies. The purpose is that the students will have the theoretical and practical competence required for wide-ranging work in the speciality chosen by them. They should be creative in solving unexpected problems. They will plan and apply appropriate physiotherapy tools to maintain and promote their clients'/patients' functional capacity. They will be responsible for evaluating and developing their own competence. They will also contribute to the practice and development of the work community.
Student's Workload
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
Students will actively contribute to the choice of the practical training placement. The placement can be situated outside the Seinäjoki Hospital District, if no suitable placement is available in this area or if the practical training period is essential for future employment.
Recommended or Required Reading
To be announced at the beginning of the course
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
- Practical training in a place chosen by the student
- Administrative development project in the practical training workplace
- Written report on the practical training
- Online learning
Assessment Criteria
Grading will be announced during the course.
Assessment Methods
- Thematic journal as part of a portfolio
- Writing assignments pertaining to the achievement of set objectives
- Feedback from the clinical supervisor and physiotherapy teacher
- Group discussion at the end of the course based on the journal's themes