Ethics in elderly care and in the profession
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KFG11B022 |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 2.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Hietaniemi, Elina |
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| Teacher Team: | Palomäki, Sirkka-Liisa |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Learning Outcomes
Students will understand the ethical nature of elderly care. They will analyse ethical problems in elderly care in a professional manner from many perspectives. They will learn to explain basic ethical concepts and theories and to act in a responsible manner to promote the rights and good life of elderly people. They will recognize value conflicts and learn to argue for their own opinions. They will learn to evaluate and develop their own ethical dialogue. Starting from the perspective of professional ethics, students will also learn to promote ethical reflection and action in the working community.
Student's Workload
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
- Conceptions of old people and values as a basis for ethical reflection
- Important ethical concepts and theories in elderly care, morality
- Legislation, guidelines and principles in professional ethics
- Morality of the work community
- Development of one's ethical sensitivity and responsibility
- Facing ethical conflicts in elderly care practice, reflection on the problems.
Recommended or Required Reading
Juujärvi, S et al. (2007) Eettinen herkkyys ammatillisessa toiminassa.
Sarvimäki, A. Stenbock-Hult, ? 2009 Hoitotyön etiikka.
Gerontologia 3/2007 Ikäetiikan teemanumero
Other current articles
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures and case studies as a basis for ethical reflection and discussion
Assessment Criteria
Grading will be announced during the course.
Assessment Methods
Active participation in lessons, examination (numerical examination 1-5)
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