Transition to profession

Structure Type: Course
Code: KG10BP12
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 3.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Kiili, Riitta
Teacher Team: Svahn, Tarja ; Jokiranta, Kari
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

The students will
- be introduced to labour legislation,
- study collective labour agreements and terms of employment in their own field,
- understand the role of labour market organisations in Finnish society,
- learn to market their expertise and qualifications,
- understand the meaning of internationalisation and learn to work as physiotherapy professionals in an increasingly international enviroment, both in Finland and in other countries.

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Labour legislation
- Municipal labour agreements
- Labour market organisations and how they work
- Curriculum vitae and job applications
- Development trends and international collaboration in physiotherapy
- Physiotherapy education in other countries
- National and international physiotherapy organisations

Recommended or Required Reading

Students will receive a reading list.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Online learning
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Independent study

Assessment Criteria

Grading will be announced during the course.

Assessment Methods

- Completion of online assignments
- Exam
- Seminar assignment

Further Information

Courses: Worklife studies 1.5 cr, Internationality studies 1.5 cr.

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