Degree Programme in Social Services
Degree Programme in Social Services
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 29.08.2023
Timing
29.08.2023 - 24.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Liisa Pirinen
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
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PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student knows how to apply and evaluate different theoretical work orientations and work methods of the client work.
Content
Content
- service guidance methods
- powering methods
- narrative methods
- dialogue in the client work
- methods of rehabilitating social work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.08.2023
Timing
30.08.2023 - 27.09.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Liisa Pirinen
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
Objective
Objectives
Student knows how to apply and evaluate different theoretical work orientations and work methods of the client work.
Content
Content
- service guidance methods
- powering methods
- narrative methods
- dialogue in the client work
- methods of rehabilitating social work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 17.01.2024
Timing
18.01.2024 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Objectives
Student knows how to apply and evaluate different theoretical work orientations and work methods of the client work.
Content
Content
- service guidance methods
- powering methods
- narrative methods
- dialogue in the client work
- methods of rehabilitating social work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 22.02.2024
Timing
15.02.2024 - 11.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
Teacher in charge
Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
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PSOSTS22
Objective
· you are familiar with the service and social security systems that support well-being and social security
· you know how to apply the legislation concerning services and benefits in your work
· you are able to work as a social service professional in multi-professional teams and networks, and promote your clients’ safety networks
Content
· the most important client groups and service systems of social work with adults
· the legislation that guides social work with adults
· the social security of the client groups
· multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
· the quality and impact assessment and development of social services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
24.11.2023 - 27.02.2024
Timing
22.01.2024 - 14.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
· you are familiar with the service and social security systems that support well-being and social security
· you know how to apply the legislation concerning services and benefits in your work
· you are able to work as a social service professional in multi-professional teams and networks, and promote your clients’ safety networks
Content
· the most important client groups and service systems of social work with adults
· the legislation that guides social work with adults
· the social security of the client groups
· multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
· the quality and impact assessment and development of social services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
11.01.2024 - 25.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
· you are able to anticipate future trends of welfare services, analyse local welfare challenges and participate in the production and development of services
· you are able to analyse structures and processes that create inequality and disadvantage at regional, national and international levels
· you know how to apply theoretical work orientations in social work with adults
Content
´· work orientations in social work
· the definition and fields of social counselling and social work
· differences in health and well-being
· the challenges of organising welfare services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 18.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 13.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Sirppa Kinos
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
· you are able to anticipate future trends of welfare services, analyse local welfare challenges and participate in the production and development of services
· you are able to analyse structures and processes that create inequality and disadvantage at regional, national and international levels
· you know how to apply theoretical work orientations in social work with adults
Content
´· work orientations in social work
· the definition and fields of social counselling and social work
· differences in health and well-being
· the challenges of organising welfare services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 09.11.2023
Timing
09.11.2023 - 14.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Materials
Talentia 2017. Work, Valus and ethics. Ethical guidelines for social welfare professionals (Sosiaalialan ammattihenkilön eettiset ohjeet): https://talentia.e-julkaisu.com/2019/ethical-guidelines/#page=1
Laws (Finlex)
Others still coming
Exam schedules
14.12. Group exam
January 2023 Re-examination (individual exam)
Student workload
Learning assignments: groupinterview and report, ethical simulations and
Lectures
Group exam
Content scheduling
Changes are possible until the start of the course
9.11.2023: 9.30-15.30 Introduction to the course and assignments. Values and professional ethics. Orientation to Finnish laws: Social welfare act (Sosiaalihuoltolaki) & Act on the status and rights of Social Welfare Clients (Laki asiakkaan asemasta ja oikeuksista). Note: pre-assignment. /MV
16.11.2023: 10-15 Differences of professional and everyday communication, communication styles, verbal and non-verbal communication + Client-centered communication, speech acts, challenges in professional communication etc. Work methods in clientwork (Asiakastyön menetelmät)/PM
23.11.2022 9.30-15 Finnish/presentations/PM
30.11.2023 9.30 -15 Finnish laws (continues) and Ethical simulations and discussions (PM, MV)
7.12.2023 Personal worktime for assignments (Interviews)
14.12.2023: 10-15 (PM, MV)
10-11.30: Group exam in ITSlearning platform
12.30-14 Discussions on Interview assignments
14-15 Course finish and evaluation
Tuesday 13.2.2024 at 9.00-10-15 Retake exam / Online in ITSlearning
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.06.2023 - 04.10.2023
Timing
05.10.2023 - 10.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Liisa Pirinen
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Materials
VEYSALALLA
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.06.2023 - 18.10.2023
Timing
18.10.2023 - 17.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Liisa Pirinen
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 01.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 07.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 12.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 05.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 24.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
Student
- knows how to use client work methods enforcing participation and functionality
Content
Content:
- bringing up the worry
- solution-oriented approach
- Incredible Years
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 27.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
65 - 120
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Niina Vuoristo
- Maija-Liisa Aronpää
- Katri Viippo
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK23V
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you can describe the current challenges related to the health and well-being of the population and the factors behind them
• you can describe indicators of the health and well-being of the population and the importance of information in identifying the need for and provision of services
• you can describe the overall structure of social and health services and the legislation concerning social and health services
• you can describe the overall structure of the social security system with a particular focus on supporting work ability and functional capacity and rehabilitation
• you know how to retrieve information and guide people in different life situations to seek social and health services
• you recognise the importance of information security in social services
• you recognise the importance of multi-professionalism from the perspective of service needs
Content
• the health and well-being of the population: current challenges and factors behind them, promoting health and functional capacity, preventing illnesses and accidents, register and statistical data
• social and health services: the social and health care system and its development, funding, responsibilities and supervision, and client/patient rights
• social and health services: rehabilitation and rehabilitation services, income security
• information security in social and health services
• client counselling: finding information about social and health services and benefits, applying the information to the service counselling for clients in different life situations, multi-professional support for clients
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 100
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you can describe the current challenges related to the health and well-being of the population and the factors behind them
• you can describe indicators of the health and well-being of the population and the importance of information in identifying the need for and provision of services
• you can describe the overall structure of social and health services and the legislation concerning social and health services
• you can describe the overall structure of the social security system with a particular focus on supporting work ability and functional capacity and rehabilitation
• you know how to retrieve information and guide people in different life situations to seek social and health services
• you recognise the importance of information security in social services
• you recognise the importance of multi-professionalism from the perspective of service needs
Content
• the health and well-being of the population: current challenges and factors behind them, promoting health and functional capacity, preventing illnesses and accidents, register and statistical data
• social and health services: the social and health care system and its development, funding, responsibilities and supervision, and client/patient rights
• social and health services: rehabilitation and rehabilitation services, income security
• information security in social and health services
• client counselling: finding information about social and health services and benefits, applying the information to the service counselling for clients in different life situations, multi-professional support for clients
Materials
Links to literature is in itslearning.
Teaching methods
Independent working in itslearning.
Exam schedules
Evaluation of the course is approved / failed based on the tasks
International connections
Independent working in itslearning.
Student workload
5 credit = 125 hours work
Content scheduling
Student is working independently starting in Theme 1 and then themes in order. Introductions will open in 6th of february 2024 at 8 am. Last date for returning tasks is 16th may 2024 at 23.59 pm. Tasks returned later will not be evaluated, student will sign in this course in fall 2024.
Further information
Student is entitled to study this course when she/he has signed in Peppi by 6th february.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
All the tasks has to be answered. When you receive the right answer, comment and reflect your own answer. Return all the tasks either by 15th march, 19th april or 16th may. Teachers will evaluate tasks and write down the grade in Peppi in two weeks after these days.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 27.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you can describe the current challenges related to the health and well-being of the population and the factors behind them
• you can describe indicators of the health and well-being of the population and the importance of information in identifying the need for and provision of services
• you can describe the overall structure of social and health services and the legislation concerning social and health services
• you can describe the overall structure of the social security system with a particular focus on supporting work ability and functional capacity and rehabilitation
• you know how to retrieve information and guide people in different life situations to seek social and health services
• you recognise the importance of information security in social services
• you recognise the importance of multi-professionalism from the perspective of service needs
Content
• the health and well-being of the population: current challenges and factors behind them, promoting health and functional capacity, preventing illnesses and accidents, register and statistical data
• social and health services: the social and health care system and its development, funding, responsibilities and supervision, and client/patient rights
• social and health services: rehabilitation and rehabilitation services, income security
• information security in social and health services
• client counselling: finding information about social and health services and benefits, applying the information to the service counselling for clients in different life situations, multi-professional support for clients
Materials
Links to literature is in itslearning.
Teaching methods
Independent working in itslearning.
Exam schedules
Evaluation of the course is approved / failed based on the tasks.
International connections
Independent working in itslearning.
Student workload
5 credit = 125 hours work
Content scheduling
Student is working independently starting in Theme 1 and then themes in order. Introductions will open in 11th of september 2023 at 8 am. Last date for returning tasks is 27th november 2023 at 23.59 pm. If tasks needs to be supplemented, the supplemented tasks should return by 4th january. Tasks returned later will not be evaluated, student will sign in this course in spring 2024.
Further information
Student is entitled to study this course when she/he has signed in Peppi by 11th september.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
All the tasks has to be answered. When you receive the right answer, comment and reflect your own answer. Return all the tasks either by 2nd october 30th october or 27th november. Teachers will evaluate tasks and write down the grade in Peppi in two weeks after these days.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 08.10.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
90 % Contact teaching, 10 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Laura Närvi
- Anssi Lähde
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you familiarise yourself, under guidance, with the work of social services professionals and client work methods
• you recognise the meaning of different life phases and know how to support clients in their everyday lives
• you understand the different phases of the client process and know how to counsel clients in a goal-oriented and ethical way
• you gain experience of working in multi-professional teams
• you know the basic task of your training position
• you are able to follow the principles of social sustainability and evaluate their fulfilment
• you are able to apply theoretical social and education service knowledge to client work and your own actions
Content
• a practical training period in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
• dialogical interaction with and counselling clients
• setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
• familiarising yourself with the operating environment of the training unit and placing it within the service system
• reflecting on whether the principles of professional ethics are fulfilled
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Project internship in customer work, you can start Customer work internship.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 18.09.2024
Timing
01.05.2024 - 19.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you familiarise yourself, under guidance, with the work of social services professionals and client work methods
• you recognise the meaning of different life phases and know how to support clients in their everyday lives
• you understand the different phases of the client process and know how to counsel clients in a goal-oriented and ethical way
• you gain experience of working in multi-professional teams
• you know the basic task of your training position
• you are able to follow the principles of social sustainability and evaluate their fulfilment
• you are able to apply theoretical social and education service knowledge to client work and your own actions
Content
• a practical training period in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
• dialogical interaction with and counselling client
• setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
• familiarising yourself with the operating environment of the training unit and placing it within the service system
• reflecting on whether the principles of professional ethics are fulfilled
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Project internship in client work, you can start Client work internship.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 13.09.2023
Timing
20.09.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
90 % Contact teaching, 10 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you familiarise yourself, under guidance, with the work of social services professionals and client work methods
• you recognise the meaning of different life phases and know how to support clients in their everyday lives
• you understand the different phases of the client process and know how to counsel clients in a goal-oriented and ethical way
• you gain experience of working in multi-professional teams
• you know the basic task of your training position
• you are able to follow the principles of social sustainability and evaluate their fulfilment
• you are able to apply theoretical social and education service knowledge to client work and your own actions
Content
• a practical training period in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
• dialogical interaction with and counselling clients
• setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
• familiarising yourself with the operating environment of the training unit and placing it within the service system
• reflecting on whether the principles of professional ethics are fulfilled
Teaching methods
Individual learning
Group discussions
International connections
Individual learning
Group discussion
Content scheduling
Training period: Weeks 44-50
NOTE! Itslearning Basecamp for PSOSS22EN is use for Client work training
20.9. 14.00-15.30 Training info
- Training plans (returned to its 4 weeks before training begins) and other documents (criminal record extract)
- Practical training instructions and assignments. Reporting.
15.11. 14.00-15.30 Mid training meeting
18.12. 08.30-10.00 Training feedback and reflection
Further information
This course runs in Basecamp (itslearning)
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Practical training report Approved/Fail
Work hours confirmed in Sun Harkka
Evaluations in Sun Harkka Approved
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Project internship in customer work, you can start Customer work internship.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
- Katri Viippo
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you obtain knowledge of the everyday lives and challenges of the social service client groups
• you know how to apply the principles of sustainability in your work
• you master the basics of professional interaction in the work of social service professionals and know how to meet clients
• you are able to work in teams and participate in project planning and implementation responsibly
• you know how to act in the event of accidents, seizures and smaller accidents at home or outside work
Content
• the principles of client work in social services
• professional interaction and counselling in client work
• theories on and counselling of groups
• the principles, structure and phases of project work
• implementing a project
• basic first aid skills
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 27.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 08.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Kaarina Rajala
- Sirppa Kinos
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you obtain knowledge of the everyday lives and challenges of the social service client groups
• you know how to apply the principles of sustainability in your work
• you master the basics of professional interaction in the work of social service professionals and know how to meet clients
• you are able to work in teams and participate in project planning and implementation responsibly
• you know how to act in the event of accidents, seizures and smaller accidents at home or outside work
Content
• the principles of client work in social services
• professional interaction and counselling in client work
• theories on and counselling of groups
• the principles, structure and phases of project work
• implementing a project
• basic first aid skills
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 24.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Kaarina Rajala
- Sirppa Kinos
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you obtain knowledge of the everyday lives and challenges of the social service client groups
• you know how to apply the principles of sustainability in your work
• you master the basics of professional interaction in the work of social service professionals and know how to meet clients
• you are able to work in teams and participate in project planning and implementation responsibly
• you know how to act in the event of accidents, seizures and smaller accidents at home or outside work
Content
• the principles of client work in social services
• professional interaction and counselling in client work
• theories on and counselling of groups
• the principles, structure and phases of project work
• implementing a project
• basic first aid skills
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 18.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you obtain knowledge of the everyday lives and challenges of the social service client groups
• you know how to apply the principles of sustainability in your work
• you master the basics of professional interaction in the work of social service professionals and know how to meet clients
• you are able to work in teams and participate in project planning and implementation responsibly
• you know how to act in the event of accidents, seizures and smaller accidents at home or outside work
Content
• the principles of client work in social services
• professional interaction and counselling in client work
• theories on and counselling of groups
• the principles, structure and phases of project work
• implementing a project
• basic first aid skills
Content scheduling
Project work during weeks 3-22 on Thursday
Thursday 18.1. 2024 9.30 - 15.00 Learning objectives of the course, project groups and starting project planning together Päivi Myllymäki, Meeri Rusi
Thursday 25.1. 9.30 -15.00 Independent study in own project groups (support by teachers if need - teams)
Thursday 1.2.2023 9.30-15.30 Theoretical background and project planning. Päivi Myllymäki, Meeri Rusi
Thursday 8.2. 9.30-15.30 Theory teaching about groups guidance; Communication in group guidance. Päivi Myllymäki, Meeri Rusi
First aid teaching and exercises by Riina Riihimäki (teacher) 18.4.2023, 9.30-15.30
Tuesday 16.5. 9.30 - 15.30 Reporting own project working and experiences to all in small groups: What have we learned from customer work and guidance? Päivi Myllymäki, Meeri Rusi
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 18.01.2024
Timing
18.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you understand the basics of augmentative and alternative communication
• you know how to promote client inclusion and equality with the help of different communication methods
• you know how to use online resources in challenging communication situations
Content
• methods that support and replace oral communication
• forms of simplified language use
Materials
Reading materials for the exam:
NOTE! Choose one book!
Battaye Alison 2018. Who's Afraid of AAC? The UK Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
OR
Beukelman, David 2007. Augmentative and alternative communication: supporting children and adults with complex communication needs.
OR
Loncke, Filip 2014: Augmentative and alternatvie communciation : models and applications for educators, speech-language pathologists, psychologists, caregivers and users.
Teaching methods
Independent learning, EXAM
Exam schedules
online exams in > Choose your exam date (online in ITS)
29.2. at 17.00 - 18.00
26.3. at 17.00 - 18.00
24.4. at 17.00 - 18.00
Content scheduling
Objectives
- you understand the basics of alternative communication methods
• you know how to promote customer inclusion and equality with the help of different communication methods
• you know how to use online resources in challenging communication situations
Contents
• methods that support and replace oral communication
• forms of simplified language use
online exams in > Choose your exam date (online in ITS)
29.2. at 17.00 - 18.00
26.3. at 17.00 - 18.00
24.4. at 17.00 - 18.00
Enroll to exam you choose two weeks before by sending e-mail to teacher Päivi Myllymäki. Inform also which book you have read for the exam.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you can describe the current challenges related to the health and well-being of the population and the factors behind them
• you can describe indicators of the health and well-being of the population and the importance of information in identifying the need for and provision of services
• you can describe the overall structure of social and health services and the legislation concerning social and health services
• you can describe the overall structure of the social security system with a particular focus on supporting work ability and functional capacity and rehabilitation
• you know how to retrieve information and guide people in different life situations to seek social and health services
• you recognise the importance of information security in social services
• you recognise the importance of multi-professionalism from the perspective of service needs
Content
• the health and well-being of the population: current challenges and factors behind them, promoting health and functional capacity, preventing illnesses and accidents, register and statistical data
• social and health services: the social and health care system and its development, funding, responsibilities and supervision, and client/patient rights
• social and health services: rehabilitation and rehabilitation services, income security
• information security in social and health services
• client counselling: finding information about social and health services and benefits, applying the information to the service counselling for clients in different life situations, multi-professional support for clients
Materials
Links to literature is on itslearning.
Teaching methods
Independent work on itslearning.
Exam schedules
Evaluation of the course is approved / failed based on the tasks
International connections
Independent work on itslearning.
Student workload
5 credit = 125 hours work
Content scheduling
Student is working independently starting with the theme 1 and then themes in order. The instructions for the tasks will open on the 6th of February 2024 at 8 am. The latest date for returning tasks is 16th May 2024 at 23.59 pm. If the learning assignments require completion, the completed assignments must be returned no later than June 6, 2024, after which the completed assignments will be evaluated.
Further information
Student is entitled to study this course when she/he has signed in Peppi by 6th February.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
All the tasks have to be completed. When you receive the correct answer, comment and reflect your own answer. Return all the tasks either by 15th March, 19th April or 16th May. Teachers will evaluate tasks and register the grades in Peppi two weeks after deadlines.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 11.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 15.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS23EN
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22EN
-
PSOSTK23
-
PSOSS23V
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are able to use digital tools in your work as a social and education professional
• you know how to create professional content in an online environment
• you are familiar with professional opportunities and challenges brought on by digitalisation
• you are able to counsel individual clients and groups in digital operating environments
• you know how to use various media tools such as social media for professional purposes
Content
• a media project: planning, implementation and assessment
• the use of online media tools (text, image, video and podcast) in the project
• the special requirements of digital counselling and interaction in an online environment
• influencer communications and marketing social and education service expertise
• service terms of use, the differences between private and professional use and ethical principles
Materials
Learning material can be found in ITS learning.
Teaching methods
Team work and blogging: thematical assignments
Learning by doing
Using social media for learning
Reflecting your own learning process and group work
Technical requirements for the course:
You need to be able to join online meetings and use Blogger and other collaborative online tools chosen by your vi team e.g. Google tools/ OneDrive/social media platforms. You also need to be able to record team sessions.
You will need a Google account and gmail address for the blog.
NOTE that this is not IT course. The emphasis is on the content of media and social work.
Exam schedules
This course doesn't contain exam
Student workload
Workload for student:
5 credits = 135 hours work
Work includes
-online Zoom meetings
- group meetings and planning and completing theme assignments:blog posts (written, videos etc.) in group blog and other material linked to blog EACH WEEK
-commenting posts in blogs of all the other groups (each theme) EACH WEEK
-individual learning diary entries (ITS)
-course article written in groups as final report of learning
The best articles will be published after the course in TALK online magazine on TUAS website https://talk.turkuamk.fi/
Content scheduling
TIMETABLE
Starting from 15.1. NOTE the change: there's no online meeting on 15.1.> independent work. The first Zoom meeting on 22.1. Read the invitation e-mail you got.
Create a Google account and gmail address if you haven't got one already. Familiarize yourself with the Blogger.com platform if you haven't used it before. https://www.blogger.com/about/?bpli=1
During this course you are going to work in randomly formed groups. Each group is going to create a blog in Blogger.com and share it with all the participants and teacher (not with all of the world). All the assignments except individual learning diary are completed in blog environment. Each group will decide the layout of the blog. In addition each group will decide which social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook etc.) it will use. All content (f.ex. videos) are linked to the blog.
All the participants are expected to
- write (with pictures/videos) a post each week (each theme) individually in their group blog (own name)
-comment the posts and other content in other group blogs each week.
-write learning diary in ITS
-participate in writing an article in group
19.1. ITS Learning space opens: check your group, write your gmail address and phone number (for WhatsApp group) in ITSlearning so other group members can reach you and other groups can send you invitation to their blogs
22.1. at 15.00 - 18.00 online in Zoom: course info, timetable, groups, blogs and weekly tasks, Instructions to the first assignment.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://turkuamk.zoom.us/j/69792635608
Meeting ID: 697 9263 5608
BLOGGING STARTS.
29.1. at 15.00 - 18.00 online in Zoom: assignment info and group work
5.2. at 15.00 -18.00 online in Zoom: assignment info and group work
12.2.at 15.00 - 18.00 online in Zoom: assignment info and group work
19.2. independent work time for groups
26.2.. at 15.00 - 18.00 online in Zoom: assignment info and group work
4.3. independent work time for groups
11.3. at 15.00 - 18.00 online in Zoom: assignment info and group work
18.3. independent work time for groups
25.3.at 15.00 - 18.00 online in Zoom: assignment info and group work
8.4. at 15.00 - 18.00 online in Zoom:
15.4. DL for articles
The course work consists both of team activities and independent assignments.Most of the work will be done in group blog. The instructions for the assignments are given in online meetings and ITSlearning.
The themes for assignments include f.ex.reflecting your own media history and media use, individual and corporate use of digital media, issues concerning social work professionals in media environment, children and media education, reaching young people in social media, different areas of adult social work in media, examples and best practices, elderly people and the problem of digital divide, advantages and risks of using media platforms in social and education work.
All the assignments will be completed in English. Further information can be found in Itslearning course environment.
Further information
course invitation e-mail from teacher
ITSlearning space and its chat boards
online meetings
gmail messages from small groups for blog invitations
The small groups can book additional Zoom meetings with the teacher if needed.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment
scale: 0 - 5
group assessment
NOTE that peer assessment is also taken account.
All course assignments must be completed according to the given criteria and deadlines following a specific schedule provided at the start of course. Active participation in teamwork is required from all course participants. Some assignments require peer and self-reflection.
The course will be graded by 30.4.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
31.10.2023 - 05.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Materials
Exam material:
- Lifespan development: a psychological perspective. 2019. Lally, M. & Valentine-French, S., Second edition. E-book available at http://dept.clcillinois.edu/psy/LifespanDevelopment.pdf
Chapter 1: Introduction to Lifespan Development, p. 9-24
Chapter 4: Early Childhood, p. 115-163
Chapter 6: Adolescence, p. 215-245
Chapter 8: Middle Adulthood, p. 307-370
Chapter 10: Death and Dying, p. 438-466
- Lecture materials
Teaching methods
Lectures
Group work
Study assignment (in groups)
Exam schedules
Course exam 5.12.2023 9.30-11.00
Course retake exams: 15.12.2023 12:00 – 13:30 & 15.1.2024 14:45 - 16:15
International connections
Lectures
Group work
Independent work
Student workload
Lectures and sgroup work 3 p
Exam 2 p
Content scheduling
Weeks 44-49
Week 44
Mon 31.10.2023
9.30 -11.00 Course info and introduction to lifespan development (TS)
Week 45
Tue 7.11.2023
9.00 - 12:00 Lecture: Lifespan psychology and cognitive development (TS)
13:00 - 14:30 Group work, teachers present (TS & KP)
Week 46
Tue 14.11.2023
9:30 - 11:00 Independent group work
12:00 - 15:00 Lecture: Socialization, education & learning (KP)
Week 47
Tue 21.11.2023
9:00 - 11:00 Childhood, early interaction and attachment relationships during the life span (TS)
12:00 - 13:30 Group work, teachers present (TS & KP)
Week 48
Tue 28.11.2023
9:30 - 11:00 Independent group work
12:00 - 15:00 Emotions over the life span (KP)
Week 49
Tue 5.12.2023
9:30 - 11:00 Course exam (TS)
12:00 - 15:00 Group presentations on study assignment (TS & KP)
Please note, that presence in all group meetings is compulsory. One absence because of sickness or other justified reason is accepted, but in this case the student is responsible on agreeing with the group or with the teacher on extra work to compensate the absence.
Changes possible.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam F-5
Small group study assignment pass / failed
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Student has not gained understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education, developmental tasks of different life phases or theories on education, development and learning.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Student has some understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education.
Student has some understanding on developmental tasks of different life phases. Student is able to find some connections between different life phases, development tasks and the abilities to tackle these development challenges.
Student has some understanding on theories on education, development and learning.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Student has understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education.
Student has understanding on developmental tasks of different life phases. Student is able to find connections between different life phases, development tasks and the abilities to tackle these development challenges.
Student has understanding on theories on education, development and learning and is able to find connections between these aspects.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student has deep understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education.
Student has deeper understanding on developmental tasks of different life phases. Student is able to find connections between different life phases, development tasks and the abilities to tackle these development challenges.
Student has deep understanding on theories on education, development and learning and is able to find connections between these aspects.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 16.11.2023
Timing
16.11.2023 - 08.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Kaija Penttala
- Laura Närvi
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 13.11.2023
Timing
13.11.2023 - 13.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 19.04.2024
Timing
12.04.2024 - 23.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Marika Kouki
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.12.2023 - 09.04.2024
Timing
09.04.2024 - 07.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.10.2023
Timing
30.10.2023 - 17.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Materials
Course.material will be available on Itslearning. No material costs for the students.
Exam schedules
No final exam, the course assessment is based on the graded assignments implemented partly independently, partly on campus. All course assignments need to be passed to get the final course grade (0-5).
Content scheduling
NB! Some of the lessons are held in Zoom (the link will be provided later and some of the lessons are held on campus. The detailed information will be updated and sent to you vie emai and infromed in itslearning course space.
Course content:
• Personal learning goals and needs, language level, studies and professional profile
• Communication needed in client situations
• Professional vocabulary
• Field-related topics; texts and discussion
• Reading and summarizing field-related articles
• Spoken presentation
• Self-reflection
Further information
Itslearning messaging is used for course specific communication. For urgent messages, please use email. Additional support and guidance meetings can be arranged in Teams if necessary.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The course will be graded on a scale 0-5. Please, see the criteria below and in itslearning.
In addition to the teacher's feedback, the student will provide and receive peer feedback.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student does not perform adequately on the course, or terminates the course.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student's production is inconsistent and sometimes hard to follow. However, the student knows the basic, most central vocabulary of their field, and can use it in their speech and writing. There are mistakes in the student's production related to structure and vocabulary, which influence the understandability. The message is conveyed in both spoken and written production despite the mistakes. The student does not participate very actively to the teaching. However, all the required assignments are submitted.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student's language use is appropriate, logical, clear and mostly fluent. Their speech and writing is easy to follow. The student knows professional vocabulary and can use it to their advantage in writing. Mistakes might occur from time to time in both speech and writing, but they do not affect the understandability. The student has followed instructions in their productions and their performance is professional. The student also participates actively to teaching and interactional situations. The required assignments are submitted and done well.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student's language use is versatile, skilled, appropriate and incisive in both written and spoken productions. Their speech and writing is pleasant to follow. Their knowledge of the professional vocabulary is excellent and they can routinely use it to their advantage in their productions. The student is a skilled participant in interactional situations and is excited to participate in them. Both their spoken and written productions consist of diverse structures. The student has been an active participant on the course and their productions show an excellent readiness to use language.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 05.09.2023
Timing
05.09.2023 - 31.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 27.09.2023
Timing
27.09.2023 - 29.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK23V
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
16.01.2024 - 19.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 07.02.2024
Timing
07.02.2024 - 20.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.06.2023 - 30.11.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 500
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 500. Open UAS: 500.)
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.01.2024 - 30.06.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
Location-independent
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 500
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 500. Open UAS: 500.)
Groups
-
VAVA2324
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 05.09.2023
Timing
05.09.2023 - 24.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Materials
Course materials:
Pesonen, P. and Riihinen, O., 2002. Dynamic Finland: The Political System and the Welfare State. Helsinki: Finnish Literature Society.
Chapters:
2 Pathways to Modern Finland pages 20-54
3 Finnish Nationalism pages 55-65
5 Civil Society pages 86-111
13 Law and Order and Public Control pages 201- 210
14 Materialization of Values and Goals pages 211-245
The teaching material given by the teachers.
Teaching methods
Lectures
Co-operative learning
Group exam
International connections
Lectures
Co-operative learning
Completion alternatives
Exam F-5
Student workload
Lectures 1 op
Group work 2 op
Exam 2 op
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 01.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Kaija Penttala
- Laura Närvi
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 20.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.10.2023 - 18.01.2024
Timing
18.01.2024 - 29.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Marika Kouki
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 28.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 23.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Katri Viippo
- Tuulikki Hattunen
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Materials
Information skills -course: Library's Information and Research Guides, https://libguides.turkuamk.fi/informationandresearchguides
Teaching methods
- Participation in online and onsite teaching
- Study assignments
- Exam
Exam schedules
Exam 23.10.2023 12:30 - 14:00
First retake exam 21.11.2023 14:00 - 15:30
Second retake exam 5.12.2023 15:00 - 16:30
International connections
- Online and onsite teaching
- Group work
- Individual work
Student workload
- Individual study assignments
- Exam
Content scheduling
Information technology / Katri Viippo
- Mon 28.8.2023 9:30 - 15:00, Beginning of study unit, installing Office 365-apps, writing templates and how to use thesis template
- Mon 4.9.2023 9:30 - 15:00, Word-tasks and the use of thesis template continues
- Mon 18.9.2023 9:30 - 15:00, Presentation graphics in PowerPoint and Basics of Excel-spreadsheets: how to use functions & formulas and create tables & charts
- Mon 25.9.2023 13:00-15:00 Excel-spreadsheets continues
Information skills: Info skills online course / Tuulikki Hattunen
- Mon 11.9.2023 13:00 - 15:00 Course Info and teaching
- Mon 2.10.2023 13-14 Guidance session (Teams)
- Mon 23.10.2023. The course should be completed
Basics of Research / Tiina Suni
- Mon 11.9.2023 10:00 - 12:00, Course info and introduction to research
- Mon 25.9.2023 9:00 - 12:00 Basics of research and research process
- Mon 2.10.2023 9:00 - 12:00, Research ethics and research types
- Mon 23.10.2023 9:00 - 14:00, Presentations of study assignments and course exam: study assignment presentations, 9:00 - 11:30 & course exam, 12:30 - 14:00
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Basics of Research 2 cr:
- Study Assignment: pass / fail
- Exam: 1-5, 0 = failed, 5 = excellent
The final grade of the course is based on the exam grade.
Information Technology 2 cr:
- Assessment: approved / failed
- Criteria for approval:at least 50 % of the assignments must be completed succesfully.
Info skills online course 1 cr:
- Assessment: passed / failed
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
- information technology: you are not able to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life in basic level or use some required tools
- information search: you have not acquired the basic knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you have not developed information search skills
- research orientation: you are not familiar with some basic themes of research activities and are not able to use research data related to your field
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
- information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life in basic level and use some required tools
- information search: you have basic knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you have developed some information search skills
- research orientation: you are familiar with some basic themes of research activities and know in basic level how to use research data related to your field
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
- information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
- information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
- research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
- information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life, you are able to work fluently with required software
- information search: you have deep knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you have developed independent information search skills
- research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities in deeper level and know how to use research data related to your field. You have deeper understanding on research process and activities on your field. You are able to interpret and analyse research reports.
Enrollment
02.07.2023 - 31.08.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Anssi Lähde
- Eeva Timonen-Kallio
Teacher in charge
Katja Heikkinen
Objective
Learning objective is to comprehend the key competence areas in residential child care work. Each learning module has own detailed learning objectives.
Content
Course consists of three (3) learning modules, which are interlinked and capture competencies, which are seen essential to high quality professional residential child care work. Course is designed partly as a self-learning with online learning mateial and with intensive week and group working in campus. The various activities in each of the Learning Modules are designed to stimulate your thinking on child protection, to reflect on challenges in working with children and youth with special needs and your own attitude, and to impart knowledge and encourage your skill development in multiple areas.
Learning modules:
1. Building educative and therapeutic relationships
2. Transforming crises and conflicts into opportunities
3. Involving the family of origin
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 85
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are familiar with central concepts in research, development and innovation
• you are able to solve problems innovatively and carry out networked operations in the development of social and related services
• you know how to develop the methods, work practices and service processes of client work in collaboration with other operators
• you are able to design, implement and evaluate development projects and apply research and development methods to the development of work practices
• you are able to comply with research and development ethics principles and guidelines
• you are able to evaluate the reliability and benefits of research and development
Content
´• the research and development process
• quantitative and qualitative research, research data collection and analysis methods
• development methods, materials and data
• literature review
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 06.09.2023
Timing
06.09.2023 - 13.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
50 - 150
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Liisa Pirinen
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
-
PSOSTS21
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
The student
-is able to describe the research and development process
-is able to identify development needs in working life
-is able to describe and evaluate methods applicable for use in research and development
-is able to describe and evaluate methods for collecting, analysing and reporting data
-is able to evaluate reliability and ethical principles
-is able to act as an expert in multiprofessional groups
Content
Content
- purpose and targets in research and development
- quantitative and qualitative research and literature review
- development and research processes
- methods for collecting and analysing data
- methods for development
- reliability and ethics
- working in multiprofessional groups
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.05.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 15.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kari Salonen
- Tiina Laakso
- Meeri Rusi
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
PSOSTS20
Objective
The student can create a plan to complete the studies and prepare him/herself for situations in job-hunting.
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- The student can apply what he/she has learned in a work environment
- The student gives feedback through the student barometre questionnaire
ISP
- The student creates an employment and career plan
Content
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- training the use of innovative methods
- RDI/cooperatives/working life as a part of studies
- thesis as a part of studies and career planning
- entrepreneurship
- practical training
- working life skills
- cooperation with companies
ISP
- development discussion
- the graduation process
- opportunities for postgraduate studies
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS20V
Objective
The student can create a plan to complete the studies and prepare him/herself for situations in job-hunting.
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- The student can apply what he/she has learned in a work environment
- The student gives feedback through the student barometre questionnaire
ISP
- The student creates an employment and career plan
Content
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- training the use of innovative methods
- RDI/cooperatives/working life as a part of studies
- thesis as a part of studies and career planning
- entrepreneurship
- practical training
- working life skills
- cooperation with companies
ISP
- development discussion
- the graduation process
- opportunities for postgraduate studies
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.03.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Ilkka Uusitalo
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
MSOSSS20
Objective
The student can create a plan to complete the studies and prepare him/herself for situations in job-hunting.
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- The student can apply what he/she has learned in a work environment
- The student gives feedback through the student barometre questionnaire
ISP
- The student creates an employment and career plan
Content
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- training the use of innovative methods
- RDI/cooperatives/working life as a part of studies
- thesis as a part of studies and career planning
- entrepreneurship
- practical training
- working life skills
- cooperation with companies
ISP
- development discussion
- the graduation process
- opportunities for postgraduate studies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.05.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Marika Kouki
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
The student can create a plan to complete the studies and prepare him/herself for situations in job-hunting.
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- The student can apply what he/she has learned in a work environment
- The student gives feedback through the student barometre questionnaire
ISP
- The student creates an employment and career plan
Content
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- training the use of innovative methods
- RDI/cooperatives/working life as a part of studies
- thesis as a part of studies and career planning
- entrepreneurship
- practical training
- working life skills
- cooperation with companies
ISP
- development discussion
- the graduation process
- opportunities for postgraduate studies
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
Objective
The student can create a plan to complete the studies and prepare him/herself for situations in job-hunting.
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- The student can apply what he/she has learned in a work environment
- The student gives feedback through the student barometre questionnaire
ISP
- The student creates an employment and career plan
Content
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- training the use of innovative methods
- RDI/cooperatives/working life as a part of studies
- thesis as a part of studies and career planning
- entrepreneurship
- practical training
- working life skills
- cooperation with companies
ISP
- development discussion
- the graduation process
- opportunities for postgraduate studies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 05.02.2024
Timing
31.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Kaarina Rajala
- Katri Viippo
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
The student can create a plan to complete the studies and prepare him/herself for situations in job-hunting.
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- The student can apply what he/she has learned in a work environment
- The student gives feedback through the student barometre questionnaire
ISP
- The student creates an employment and career plan
Content
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- training the use of innovative methods
- RDI/cooperatives/working life as a part of studies
- thesis as a part of studies and career planning
- entrepreneurship
- practical training
- working life skills
- cooperation with companies
ISP
- development discussion
- the graduation process
- opportunities for postgraduate studies
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 17.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Sirppa Kinos
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
The student can create a plan to complete the studies and prepare him/herself for situations in job-hunting.
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- The student can apply what he/she has learned in a work environment
- The student gives feedback through the student barometre questionnaire
ISP
- The student creates an employment and career plan
Content
Developing working life skills – towards working life
- training the use of innovative methods
- RDI/cooperatives/working life as a part of studies
- thesis as a part of studies and career planning
- entrepreneurship
- practical training
- working life skills
- cooperation with companies
ISP
- development discussion
- the graduation process
- opportunities for postgraduate studies
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 02.10.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student knows the regulations governing the school activities as well as the principles of pupil and student welfare.
He/she recognizes the phases and difficulties relating to the development and learning of the youth.
Content
Content
- pupil and student welfare
- mental health and crisis work of the youth
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 14.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you are familiar with the legislation that governs schools, as well as with the principles of pupil and student welfare
• you identify phases and challenges related to children’s and young people’s learning
• you know how to guide pupils to different services and offer low-threshold support in a school environment
• you know your role as a Bachelor of Social Services in the multi-professional teams in schools
Content
• pupil and student welfare
• the legislation that governs schools
• school social workers’ role and tasks in comprehensive and upper secondary schools
• learning difficulties and supporting pupils or students with learning difficulties
• school bullying as a phenomenon
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 19.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
15 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
• you are familiar with the legislation that governs schools, as well as with the principles of pupil and student welfare
• you identify phases and challenges related to children’s and young people’s learning
• you know how to guide pupils to different services and offer low-threshold support in a school environment
• you know your role as a Bachelor of Social Services in the multi-professional teams in schools
Content
• pupil and student welfare
• the legislation that governs schools
• school social workers’ role and tasks in comprehensive and upper secondary schools
• learning difficulties and supporting pupils or students with learning difficulties
• school bullying as a phenomenon
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 28.08.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 03.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
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PSOSTS22
Objective
• you can identify a person in crisis and their need for help
• you are familiar with the basics of short-term crisis intervention models
• you know how to act supportively with a seriously traumatised person as part of a multi-professional team
Content
• short-term crisis interventions and their implementation
• the support process for seriously traumatised people
• the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and helping people who suffer from
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 05.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 10.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Laakso
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK23V
Objective
• you are able to identify societal, ecological and cultural factors behind international migration and refugeeship
• you are able to reflect on your own values, attitudes and prejudices
• you are able to collaborate with people from different cultures
• you know how to promote the equal treatment of people and act against racism and discrimination
• you know how to support the integration and agency of immigrants and immigrant families and groups
• you understand gender diversity and the importance of gender sensitivity in your work
Content
• the concept of culture, its levels and dimensions
• cultural competence and multicultural counselling competence
• global responsibility and human rights
• Finnish immigration policies, the asylum process and the service system that supports integration
• legislation concerning immigration, discrimination and equality
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 04.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are able to identify societal, ecological and cultural factors behind international migration and refugeeship
• you are able to reflect on your own values, attitudes and prejudices
• you are able to collaborate with people from different cultures
• you know how to promote the equal treatment of people and act against racism and discrimination
• you know how to support the integration and agency of immigrants and immigrant families and groups
• you understand gender diversity and the importance of gender sensitivity in your work
Content
• the concept of culture, its levels and dimensions
• cultural competence and multicultural counselling competence
• global responsibility and human rights
• Finnish immigration policies, the asylum process and the service system that supports integration
• legislation concerning immigration, discrimination and equality
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 26.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 5
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are able to identify societal, ecological and cultural factors behind international migration and refugeeship
• you are able to reflect on your own values, attitudes and prejudices
• you are able to collaborate with people from different cultures
• you know how to promote the equal treatment of people and act against racism and discrimination
• you know how to support the integration and agency of immigrants and immigrant families and groups
• you understand gender diversity and the importance of gender sensitivity in your work
Content
• the concept of culture, its levels and dimensions
• cultural competence and multicultural counselling competence
• global responsibility and human rights
• Finnish immigration policies, the asylum process and the service system that supports integration
• legislation concerning immigration, discrimination and equality
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 28.02.2025
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
94 % Contact teaching, 6 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Marika Kouki
- Laura Närvi
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
· you develop your expertise in social and education services
· you internalise the values that guide social and education services, as well as the principles of professional ethics and sustainability
· you master service counselling and apply a preventive and solution-oriented approach to your work
· you know how to use various client work methods in individual and group counselling
· you are able to plan, implement, document and evaluate the phases of a goal-oriented client process in a client-oriented manner
· you are able work as a social and education service expert in multi-professional teams and networks
Content
· working as a social service professional at a workplace you have chosen based on your personal study plan
· observing, counselling and supporting clients, paying attention to social inclusion
· working as a member of a work team and community
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· developing the operating culture of the training place in collaboration with the other employees
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Internship in demanding client work / immediate management, you can start Internship in expanded competence.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 28.02.2025
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
94 % Contact teaching, 6 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
- Anne Lämsä
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
· you develop your expertise in social and education services
· you internalise the values that guide social and education services, as well as the principles of professional ethics and sustainability
· you master service counselling and apply a preventive and solution-oriented approach to your work
· you know how to use various client work methods in individual and group counselling
· you are able to plan, implement, document and evaluate the phases of a goal-oriented client process in a client-oriented manner
· you are able work as a social and education service expert in multi-professional teams and networks
Content
· working as a social service professional at a workplace you have chosen based on your personal study plan
· observing, counselling and supporting clients, paying attention to social inclusion
· working as a member of a work team and community
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· developing the operating culture of the training place in collaboration with the other employees
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Internship in demanding client work / immediate management, you can start Internship in expanded competence.
Enrollment
01.12.2023 - 30.12.2025
Timing
01.12.2023 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
94 % Contact teaching, 6 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Sirppa Kinos
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
· you develop your expertise in social and education services
· you internalise the values that guide social and education services, as well as the principles of professional ethics and sustainability
· you master service counselling and apply a preventive and solution-oriented approach to your work
· you know how to use various client work methods in individual and group counselling
· you are able to plan, implement, document and evaluate the phases of a goal-oriented client process in a client-oriented manner
· you are able work as a social and education service expert in multi-professional teams and networks
Content
· working as a social service professional at a workplace you have chosen based on your personal study plan
· observing, counselling and supporting clients, paying attention to social inclusion
· working as a member of a work team and community
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· developing the operating culture of the training place in collaboration with the other employees
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Internship in demanding client work / immediate management, you can start Internship in expanded competence.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 29.09.2023
Timing
29.09.2023 - 27.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student is able to recognize a child’s needs for support and knows the practices of early support.
Content
Content
- difficulties in a child’s development and their manifestation
- taking into account a child’s special needs in an early education plan
- support for a child’s development and learning
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 12.02.2024
Timing
12.02.2024 - 31.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Objectives
Student is able to recognize a child’s needs for support and knows the practices of early support.
Content
Content
- difficulties in a child’s development and their manifestation
- taking into account a child’s special needs in an early education plan
- support for a child’s development and learning
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
09.11.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to recognize the special needs of placed children and their families
- learns to support placed children and their families
Content
Content
- placed children’s welfare; children’s “normal” and special needs; affectional issues, trauma
- with placed children; therapeutic facility upbringing
- cooperation between special and demanding level services: facility care (child and youth caring institution, reform schools),
special medical care, neuropsychiatry
- support of adaptation at home, parenthood persuasion
- participation of placed children’s parents
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 27.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
Student
- understands the significance of the legislation and society in the support of families with children
- recognizes his/her own role and that of the service system in supporting the child
Content
Content:
- societal change in the position of a child and a family
- service system for families with children
- active role of the families with children as a client
- social welfare act & child welfare act in the preventive work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 31.08.2023
Timing
18.08.2023 - 13.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- understands the significance of legislation in child welfare work
- learns to understand the meaning of his/her own well-being at work
Content
Content
- client process in child welfare
- community care clientele
- restriction decisions in child welfare
- documentation of the client work
- rights and obligations both from the view of clients and of employees, ethical reflection
- vicarious traumatisation and burn-out
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.10.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- understands the concept of family work and different implementation methods
- learns a systematic working approach in child welfare work
Content
Content
- evaluation of parenthood: interaction, flow of everyday life, safe growth conditions
- systematic working approach; family systems, multifunctional team structure, multiprofessional division of work
- support of placed children’s parents and peer group function
- social worker as a responsible worker
- family work in community and foster care
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 26.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 10.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you understand the concept of and different work orientations related to family work
• you know how to support a child’s or young person’s parents
• you are able to apply a systemic approach to work in child protection
• you know how to use different working methods and tools to support your work
Content
• assessment of family situations
• supporting and providing peer support group activities for the parents of children in foster care
• family work in community and foster care
• the Let’s talk about children discussion
• mentalisation theory
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
15.06.2023 - 30.11.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 500
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Laura Närvi
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 500. Open UAS: 500.)
Groups
-
VAVA2324
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.01.2024 - 30.06.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Laura Närvi
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 500. Open UAS: 500.)
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
07.06.2023 - 28.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 31.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
15 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Olli Toivonen
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you are familiar with various operating environments and methods of nature- and environment-based activities
• you are familiar with nature-based counselling and client work, and the principles of respecting the environment that guide them
• you understand the meaning of nature in supporting well-being, and you are aware of your own relationship with nature
• you know how to plan, implement and assess nature- and environment-based activities in a client-based and goal-oriented way
Content
• the health and welfare effects of nature
• the operating environments of nature- and environment-based activities
• different nature- and environment-based activities, mindfulness skills in relation to nature
• activities in a natural environment, experiences and adventures in various environments
• taking care of nature as a therapeutic activity
Materials
All materials in itslearning
Teaching methods
individual study
small group work
lectures
learning assignments
International connections
Activity based learning
Student workload
Lectures and independent work 2 ECTS
Assignments 3 ECTS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Criteria for approved accomplishment of the course:
- participation in teaching
- completing and passing the study assignments
- achieving the following competence objectives in sufficient level:
• you are familiar with operating environments and methods of nature- and environment-based activities
• you are familiar with nature-based counselling and client work, and the principles of respecting the environment that guide them
• you understand the meaning of nature in supporting well-being
• you are aware of your own relationship with nature
• you know how to plan, implement and assess nature- and environment-based activities in a client-based and goal-oriented way
Criteria for failed grade:
- participation in teaching is missing or
- study assignments are failed or
- student does not achieve the above mentioned competence objectives in sufficient level
Content scheduling
Changes are possible until the beginning of the course.
Please note! Contact teaching is in English. Course is implemented partly outside the campus premises. This requires abilities to walk in nature and urban environments and wearing suitable equipment (e.g. outdoor clothes and shoes) according to weather conditions. Course requires using public transport or other vehicles in order to reach teaching places in Turku area.
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Mon 28.8.2023 15:00 - 18:00 Course start: independent work on pre-assignment
Mon 4.9.2023 15:00 - 18:00 Course info, discussion on pre-assignment and lecture on nature-based activities and nature well-being (Tiina Suni)
Mon 11.9.2023 15:00 - 18:00 Different environments and methods & adventure activities (Olli Toivonen)
Mon 18.9.2023 15:00 - 18:00 Nature well-being in practice (short hike in nature)
Mon 25.9.2023 15:00 - 18:00 City adventure
Mon 2.10.2023 15:00 - 18:00 Study assignment implementation: nature-based activities in small groups (location: Kupittaa park)
Mon 9.10.2023 15:00 - 18:00 Handcrafting & Nature materials
Mon 16.10.2023 15:00 - 18:00 Independent work: excursion to nature-based animal-assisted activities and report on the visit
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Evaluation of the course: approved / failed
100% participation in teaching (one absence can be compensated with assignments)
Assignments: All study assignments must be submitted and approved according to the course timetable. All study assignments are evaluated on scale approved / failed. Approved accomplishment: all the required perspectives are included in the assignment and the length of the assignment meets the minimum length mentioned in the assignment.
Assignments of the course:
1) pre-assignment
2) reflective learning diary
3) nature-based activity plan & implementation of the plan for small group
4) excursion visit to animal-assisted activities and report on the visit
5) nature- or environment-based activity plan targeted at a certain customer group
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 04.09.2023
Timing
04.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Content scheduling
In autumn teaching is on Mondays. Links are found at the ITS platform.
NOTE THE NEW TIMETABLE!
4.9.2023 at 9.30 - 13.30 Orientation and basics of work place communications/PM
11.9.2023 at 9.30 - 13.30 Basics of management/MV
18.9.2023 at 9.30 - 13.30 Legislation and roles in work place/PM, MV
19.9.2023 independent work
25.9.2023 at 9.30 - 13.30
2.10.2023 independent work
9.10.2023 at 9.30. - 13.30 presentations/PM,MV
16.10.2023 independent work
23.10.2023 independent work
Due date (DL) of the report is 10.11.2023
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 07.09.2023
Timing
07.09.2023 - 30.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 13.09.2023
Timing
13.09.2023 - 19.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ilkka Uusitalo
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 08.09.2023
Timing
08.09.2023 - 30.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 07.09.2023
Timing
07.09.2023 - 05.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ilkka Uusitalo
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 17.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
30.11.2023 - 10.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 11.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 75
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSTK23
-
PSOSS23V
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you know the most common neuropsychiatric and mental health disorders and their symptoms
• you understand how neuropsychiatric and mental health disorders affect a person’s everyday life in different life phases
• you know how to help clients to cope with different disorders and manage their everyday life
Content
• attention disorders, autism spectrum disorders, affective disorders, psychoses, anxiety disorders, eating disorders
• the challenges with executive functions, social life and interaction, impulse control, coping and achievement, and looking after oneself and others
• supporting clients’ management of everyday life with the help of research- and evidence-based tools
• increasing clients’ awareness and agency in looking after their own interests and supporting a healthy lifestyle
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 06.11.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student is able to plan, implement and evaluate an activating project in work with the youth.
Content
Content
- familiarization with different juvenile operating environments
- an activating project to a juvenile group as an individual, a couple or a group work
- project planning, implementation and evaluation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 28.08.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student learns the main content of the school welfare officer’s work - Student is familiarized with other operating environments of the work with the youth. Student learns to innovate and apply processes in work with the youth.
Content
Content
- youth as a phase of life
- creative methods with the youth
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 27.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 09.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you know which factors support and challenge pupils’ and students’ well-being
• you know how to support children’s and young people’s well-being in different learning environments
Content
• the well-being of school-aged children and young people
• mental health and crisis support for young people
• self-image and self-concept as a learner and a person
• planning, implementation and evaluation of an action-based project in a school
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 24.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
15 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
• you know which factors support and challenge pupils’ and students’ well-being
• you know how to support children’s and young people’s well-being in different learning environments
Content
• the well-being of school-aged children and young people
• mental health and crisis support for young people
• self-image and self-concept as a learner and a person
• planning, implementation and evaluation of an action-based project in a school
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.06.2023 - 20.08.2023
Timing
29.08.2023 - 24.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Laakso
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Teacher in charge
Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to create professional interaction and collaboration supporting the client’s participation
the client’s participation.
- is able to guide and support different clients and client groups in their
everyday life.
- is able to evaluate and describe different phases of the client process and develop his/her work based on it.
Content
Content
- Implementation and reflection of the counselling process of the student’s own client work
- work methods which help the client survive in the everyday life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Liisa Pirinen
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
Objective
Student
- is able to create professional interaction and collaboration supporting the client’s participation
the client’s participation.
- is able to guide and support different clients and client groups in their
everyday life.
- is able to evaluate and describe different phases of the client process and develop his/her work based on it.
Content
Content
- Implementation and reflection of the counselling process of the student’s own client work
- work methods which help the client survive in the everyday life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 07.03.2024
Timing
18.01.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Sirppa Kinos
- Tiina Laakso
Teacher in charge
Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- is able to create professional interaction and collaboration supporting the client’s participation
the client’s participation.
- is able to guide and support different clients and client groups in their
everyday life.
- is able to evaluate and describe different phases of the client process and develop his/her work based on it.
Content
Content
- Implementation and reflection of the counselling process of the student’s own client work
- work methods which help the client survive in the everyday life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
23.10.2023 - 26.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marjo Vähäkangas
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 01.09.2023
Timing
01.09.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
MSOSSS20
-
PSOSTS20
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 29.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 26.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Meeri Rusi
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.03.2024
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Liisa Pirinen
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSS20V
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
MSOSSS20
-
PSOSTS20
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 30.04.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 26.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
MSOSSS20
-
PSOSTS20
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.05.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
MSOSSS20
-
PSOSTS20
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
28.11.2023 - 28.02.2024
Timing
28.11.2023 - 26.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 01.04.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 26.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 10
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 15
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
-
PSOSS21V
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are able to solve problems creatively and carry out networked, collaborative research and development of social and education services with various operators
• you are able to write a thesis plan independently and use research and/or development methods to reform work and/or operating practices
• you are able to produce knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and practical instructions
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• the scope of the thesis, its presentation and approval
• writing the thesis plan and its approval
• research communications as part of preparing a thesis
• the commissioner and the contract with the commissioner
• the thesis instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences and the degree programme
• workshop activities, peer feedback and designation of the thesis supervisor
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 17.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
-
PSOSS21V
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
Student
- is able to generate ideas, limit and structure the subject of the thesis.
- knows literature relating to the subject.
- is able to write a research/development plan
- manages research communication and research methods
Content
Content
- structuring the idea of the thesis
- writing a thesis plan
- research communication
- TERHY’s RDI activities
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to generate ideas, limit and structure the subject of the thesis.
- knows literature relating to the subject.
- is able to write a research/development plan
- manages research communication and research methods
Content
Content
- structuring the idea of the thesis
- writing a thesis plan
- research communication
- TERHY’s RDI activities
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.07.2023 - 22.10.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 12.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- is able to generate ideas, limit and structure the subject of the thesis.
- knows literature relating to the subject.
- is able to write a research/development plan
- manages research communication and research methods
Content
Content
- structuring the idea of the thesis
- writing a thesis plan
- research communication
- TERHY’s RDI activities
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to generate ideas, limit and structure the subject of the thesis.
- knows literature relating to the subject.
- is able to write a research/development plan
- manages research communication and research methods
Content
Content
- structuring the idea of the thesis
- writing a thesis plan
- research communication
- TERHY’s RDI activities
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to generate ideas, limit and structure the subject of the thesis.
- knows literature relating to the subject.
- is able to write a research/development plan
- manages research communication and research methods
Content
Content
- structuring the idea of the thesis
- writing a thesis plan
- research communication
- TERHY’s RDI activities
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 07.09.2023
Timing
07.09.2023 - 17.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to generate ideas, limit and structure the subject of the thesis.
- knows literature relating to the subject.
- is able to write a research/development plan
- manages research communication and research methods
Content
Content
- structuring the idea of the thesis
- writing a thesis plan
- research communication
- TERHY’s RDI activities
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 09.10.2023
Timing
09.10.2023 - 17.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- is able to generate ideas, limit and structure the subject of the thesis.
- knows literature relating to the subject.
- is able to write a research/development plan
- manages research communication and research methods
Content
Content
- structuring the idea of the thesis
- writing a thesis plan
- research communication
- TERHY’s RDI activities
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 29.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 01.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marjo Vähäkangas
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 29.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 01.10.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 31.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 08.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 24.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 10
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 28.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 08.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 24.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to write the thesis knowledge base
- masters the systematic information search process and knows how to utilize the scientific literature relating to the
subject matter
- understands the significance of source critique
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the thesis knowledge base
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
28.03.2024 - 13.09.2024
Timing
01.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 15
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
-
PSOSS21V
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are able to carry out creative research and development that aims for constructive change in collaboration with various operators
• you are able to implement research and/or development in collaboration with a commissioner
• you are able to use your theoretical framework and research and development methods independently to reform operating practices
• you are able to assess knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and guidelines
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• writing the theoretical framework of the thesis, and writing and presenting the results and/or products
• guidance and support for the thesis work
• giving and receiving peer feedback
• workshop activities
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 30.04.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 28.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.10.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Meeri Rusi
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 26.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.10.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 08.11.2023
Timing
30.10.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 19
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 18.03.2024
Timing
25.03.2024 - 02.06.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 10
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 01.05.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 18.03.2024
Timing
25.03.2024 - 02.06.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- is able to use applicable methods in the research and development work
- is able to write the preliminary results of the thesis or present a preliminary outcome.
- is able to utilize the research and development literature relating to the subject of the thesis in the presentation of results and outcomes.
Content
Content
- writing and presenting the results or outcomes of the thesis
- giving and receiving peer feedback
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
13.11.2023 - 10.04.2024
Timing
11.01.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
RDI portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Janna Peltola
- Sirppa Kinos
Objective
During the course, students develop their guidance and interaction skills, which are important working life skills.
Students learn to operate in an international and multicultural environment.
The students learn to reflect on their own development.
Content
The course is part of the mentoring program of the Mentoring Buddy project. The course includes:
- one-on-one mentoring meetings (5)
- joint program meetings (4)
- workshops (1-2)
Teaching methods
The students work independently with their own mentee and together communally in joint meetings..
Exam schedules
The course does not have an exam.
International connections
The course supports communal and peer learning, which is carried out as mentoring meetings and workshops. The student mentors and mentees of the mentoring program form an international group. During the course the student develop guidance and communication skills and career planning skills that are important in working life.
Student workload
3 ECTS = 81 hours that consist of
- One-on-one mentoring meetings and preparation 20h
- Joint mentoring meetings and preparing for them 10h
- Reporting and maintaining working hours 15h
- Writing a reflection diary 36h
Attendance 60% for joint meetings and 100% for one-on-one mentoring meetings.
More detailed instructions for learning assignments can be found in Itslearning.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass:
- The student has met their mentoring pair required amount.
- The student has participated in joint mentoring meetings.
- The student has participated in workshops.
- The student has filled in and submitted the working time report.
- The student has written and submitted the reflection diary successfully.
Fail:
- The above conditions are not met.
Content scheduling
The course is for the student mentors participating in the Mentoring Buddy programme. By completing the course contents, the student can complete study credits acting as a mentor. The course consists of participating in joint meetings of the mentoring programme, one-on-one mentoring meetings (5 pcs), and writing a short reflection diary.
Joint meetings and schedule of the mentoring programme
- 11.1. at 16:30–18:30 Mentor training
- 18.1. at 16:30–18:00 Orientation and mentoring pair meeting
- 15.2. at 16.30–18.30 Interim meeting (topic to be specified)
- 18.3. at 16:30–18:30 Closing meeting
The student and the mentee independently agree on mentoring meetings according to their own schedules. There must be 5 mentoring meetings during the program.
The joint meetings are arranged remotely or hybridly. The links will be found in Itslearning.
Further information
The registered students will be contacted via email in December.
More detailed instructions can be found in Itslearning. Itslearning will open to students at the beginning of January 2024.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
The course is evaluated on a scale of pass – fail.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 24.10.2023
Timing
24.10.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Liisa Pirinen
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- understands the special issues in multicultural client work and is able to encourage the client’s
participation in multicultural counselling work.
- knows how to support the citizens’ participation and is able to participate in influencing in cooperation with the clients and other parties
in cooperation with the clients and other parties.
Content
Content
- multicultural counselling
- group counselling methods
- work methods supporting the client’s participation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 20.09.2023
Timing
27.09.2023 - 01.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Liisa Pirinen
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
Objective
Student
- understands the special issues in multicultural client work and is able to encourage the client’s
participation in multicultural counselling work.
- knows how to support the citizens’ participation and is able to participate in influencing in cooperation with the clients and other parties
in cooperation with the clients and other parties.
Content
Content
- multicultural counselling
- group counselling methods
- work methods supporting the client’s participation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Laakso
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- understands the special issues in multicultural client work and is able to encourage the client’s
participation in multicultural counselling work.
- knows how to support the citizens’ participation and is able to participate in influencing in cooperation with the clients and other parties
in cooperation with the clients and other parties.
Content
Content
- multicultural counselling
- group counselling methods
- work methods supporting the client’s participation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 07.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Sirppa Kinos
- Susanna Virta
- Meeri Rusi
- Hanna Kirjavainen
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 08.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Sirppa Kinos
- Susanna Virta
- Hanna Kirjavainen
Groups
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Riina Riihimäki
- Sirppa Kinos
- Susanna Virta
- Hanna Kirjavainen
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK23V
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 15.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 09.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
- Laura Närvi
- Sirppa Kinos
- Susanna Virta
- Hanna Kirjavainen
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Content scheduling
t
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 04.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.01.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Riina Riihimäki
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 08.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.01.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Riina Riihimäki
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 08.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.01.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Riina Riihimäki
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Materials
The material for the exam will be given during the classes and will be informed in Its.
Child welfare Act
Social welfare Act § 14-29, § 34-39. This material is included in the course material
Course material
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-disorders
Teaching methods
- Individual preassignments
- teamwork
-lectures
Exam schedules
The exam will be taken place 27.10.23 9-10 in Salo campus. Bring your own laptop since it is taken in itslearning.
The exam will be in finnish and in english. You have 40 minutes to complete the test.
There is two other changes to pass the exam. The dates are 10.11.2023 and 24.11.2023
Student workload
-Lectures 1 credit
-Exam 1 credit
- Individual assignments 3 credits
Content scheduling
The course will be held weeks 36-43 in Salo campus. Take your laptop with you since it is needed for classwork.
The course will follow a structure such as: to every class there is a preassignment. The assignment needs to be submitted the day before the class to the returnbox in the itslearning base. The preassignments are individual work and everyone submits their personal answer.
8.9 at 9.00 - 15.00 Introduction to the course / Niina
15.9 independent task 1 / independent task 2/ mental health problems and services/ Susanna
22.9 at 9.00 - 15.00 mental health problems and services, teaching in campus / Susanna
29.9 independent task Addictions and service system/ Riina
6.10 at 9.00 - 15.00 addictions, teaching in campus / Riina
13.10 at 9.00 - 15.00 child protection system, teaching in campus / Susanna
20.10 at 9.00 - 15.00 child protection system, teaching in campus / Laura
27.10 at 9.00 - 15.00 exam in campus 9-10, finalizing the course 10-14 / Laura
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
To be able to pass this course one needs to participate following rulers: Lectures 100% participation, 50% of the lectures can be replaced with replacemnet homeassignments which are given after the class. All the assignments need to be returned and be completed at the latest by 3.11.2023.
The exam of the course is evaluated failed/ T1-K5
The individual assignments are evaluetd as approved / failed based on the tasks.
No plagiation.
The replacement homeassignments of the missed lecture/ class need to be returned at the latest 3.11.2023.
If the student have not returned all the assignments and possible replacement assignments and/or do not pass the exam, the course will be failed.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 17.10.2023
Timing
12.10.2023 - 29.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Riina Riihimäki
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Teacher in charge
Niina Vuoristo
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK23V
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 11.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 07.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS22EN
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you understand the principles, terminology and process of service design
• you know how to use service design tools in different phases of the process
• you are able to design, develop and innovate services with the help of service design
• you know how to collect information about clients’ needs and analyse client insight in service design
• you understand the principles of user- and client-based development
• you know how to use visualisation in the service design process
Content
• the principles, methods and tools of service design
• visualisation of information
• implementing a service design process as a course assignment
Teaching methods
Independent work in itslearning.
Independent fact-finding and applied learning assignment.
International connections
Independent study alone or togethet with a pair.
Student workload
5 credit = 135 working hours.
Content scheduling
1.9.2023 - 30.11.2023
- Update schedule 21.11.2023: It is possible to submit the tasks (a, b,c and d) during this year (returns until the end of the year 31.12.2023).
You can study alone or together with a pair.
You can study in English or in Finnish.
It is worth starting to study (independent study) the course at the very beginning of September.
Instructions and study method can be found on the learning platform (Itslearnig).
Parts of the course:
1.9 - 30.9.2023
A. The principles, terminology and process of service design - Material and tasks. 1 credit point
B. Data collection about customers’ needs and customer analysis in service design 1 credit point
1.10 - 30.11.2023
C. A plan of implementing (developing) a service design process 1 credit point
D. Service design tasks and data visualization 2 credit points
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.06.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
66 - 75
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Laakso
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS23EN
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22EN
-
PSOSTK23
-
PSOSS23V
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you understand the principles, terminology and process of service design
• you know how to use service design tools in different phases of the process
• you are able to design, develop and innovate services with the help of service design
• you know how to collect information about clients’ needs and analyse client insight in service design
• you understand the principles of user- and client-based development
• you know how to use visualisation in the service design process
Content
• the principles, methods and tools of service design
• visualisation of information
• implementing a service design process as a course assignment
Materials
Study material is in Itslearning.
Teaching methods
Independent work in itslearning.
Independent fact-finding and applied learning assignment.
Exam schedules
No exams.
International connections
Independent study alone or togethet with a pair.
Completion alternatives
Summer Implementation 1.6.-15.8.2024
Autumn Implementation 1.9.-31.12.2024
Student workload
5 credits = 135 working hours.
Content scheduling
1.6.2024 - 31.12.2024
- Summer Implementation 1.6.-15.8.2024
- Autumn Implementation 1.9-31.12.2024
You can´t return your tasks not later than 31.12.2024.
You can study alone or together with a pair.
You can study in English or in Finnish.
Instructions and study method can be found on the learning platform (Itslearnig).
Parts of the course:
A. The principles, terminology and process of service design - Material and tasks. 1 credit point
B. Service design methods. Data collection about customers’ needs and customer analysis in service design 1 credit point
C. A plan of implementing (developing) a service design process 1 credit point
D. Service design tasks and data visualization 2 credit points
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The principles, terminology and process of service design - Material and tasks. 1 credit point
Service design methods. Data collection about customers’ needs and customer analysis in service design 1 credit point
A plan of implementing (developing) a service design process 1 credit point
Service design tasks and data visualization 2 credit points
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
- The student has not completed all assignments A, B, C and D
- The student does not know or understand the concepts and tools of service design and has not made a plan and implementation for a service design exercise
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
A prerequisite for satisfactory completion of the course is the completion and submission of all learning assignments of the course, The student has satisfactory knowledge of the concepts, principles and tools of service design. Students are able to apply them in simple tasks satisfactorily.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
A prerequisite for successful completion of the course is the completion and submission of all learning assignments for the course. The student is well versed in the concepts, principles and tools of service design and is able to apply the principles of service design well.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
A prerequisite for the excellent completion of the course is the completion and submission of all learning assignments for the course. The student is commendably familiar with the concepts, principles and tools of service design and is able to apply them commendably.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 04.09.2023
Timing
04.09.2023 - 25.09.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you understand the process of client relationships and are familiar with the phases of the client process
• you are familiar with the process and different models of service counselling
• you know how to assess clients’ need for services and, based on this assessment, plan clients’ service paths and guide them to services
• you are familiar with the objectives of social rehabilitation
• you know the basic concepts and responsibilities of recording client data and know how to record your work with clients
Content
• assessment of clients’ work ability and functional capacity
• the service duties of social welfare
• the rehabilitation service system
• formal recording of client data in social welfare and the governing legislation
• information security and the governing legislation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 08.11.2023
Timing
08.11.2023 - 20.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK23V
Objective
• you understand the process of client relationships and are familiar with the phases of the client process
• you are familiar with the process and different models of service counselling
• you know how to assess clients’ need for services and, based on this assessment, plan clients’ service paths and guide them to services
• you are familiar with the objectives of social rehabilitation
• you know the basic concepts and responsibilities of recording client data and know how to record your work with clients
Content
• assessment of clients’ work ability and functional capacity
• the service duties of social welfare
• the rehabilitation service system
• formal recording of client data in social welfare and the governing legislation
• information security and the governing legislation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 27.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 15.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you understand the process of client relationships and are familiar with the phases of the client process
• you are familiar with the process and different models of service counselling
• you know how to assess clients’ need for services and, based on this assessment, plan clients’ service paths and guide them to services
• you are familiar with the objectives of social rehabilitation
• you know the basic concepts and responsibilities of recording client data and know how to record your work with clients
Content
• assessment of clients’ work ability and functional capacity
• the service duties of social welfare
• the rehabilitation service system
• formal recording of client data in social welfare and the governing legislation
• information security and the governing legislation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 24.01.2024
Timing
24.01.2024 - 06.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you understand the process of client relationships and are familiar with the phases of the client process
• you are familiar with the process and different models of service counselling
• you know how to assess clients’ need for services and, based on this assessment, plan clients’ service paths and guide them to services
• you are familiar with the objectives of social rehabilitation
• you know the basic concepts and responsibilities of recording client data and know how to record your work with clients
Content
• assessment of clients’ work ability and functional capacity
• the service duties of social welfare
• the rehabilitation service system
• formal recording of client data in social welfare and the governing legislation
• information security and the governing legislation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
09.10.2023 - 22.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 15.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you understand the process of client relationships and are familiar with the phases of the client process
• you are familiar with the process and different models of service counselling
• you know how to assess clients’ need for services and, based on this assessment, plan clients’ service paths and guide them to services
• you are familiar with the objectives of social rehabilitation
• you know the basic concepts and responsibilities of recording client data and know how to record your work with clients
Content
• assessment of clients’ work ability and functional capacity
• the service duties of social welfare
• the rehabilitation service system
• formal recording of client data in social welfare and the governing legislation
• information security and the governing legislation
Materials
Online material, to be found on the Itslearning when the course begins.
Teaching methods
Individual work
Group work
Includes an individual assignment and simulation.
Exam schedules
Exam 15.3.2024 9-9.45 Exam (ONLINE, YOU CAN DO IT AT HOME)
1. retake 24.5.2024 9-10
2. retake 27.9.2024 9-10.
International connections
Flipped learning.
Simulation pedagogy.
Completion alternatives
-
Student workload
Detailed information will be on Itslearning platform when the course begins.
Content scheduling
Friday 19.1.2024 9-11.30. Orientation. 12.30-15.45 Independent work in groups (weekly task 1). SK
Friday 26.1.2024 9-15.00 Weekly task 1: Independent work in groups.
Friday 2.2.2024 9-11.30 Presentation of weekly task 1 (group A). 12.30-15.00 Presentation of weekly task 1 (group B). RR, SK
Friday 9.2.2024 9-15.00 Weekly task 2: Independent work in groups.
Friday 16.2.2024 9-11.30 Presentation of weekly task 2 (group A). 12.30-15 Presentation of weekly task 2 (group B). RR, SK
Friday 23.2.2024 Independent studying.
Friday 1.3.2024 9-15.00 Weekly task 3: Independent work in groups.
8.3.2024 9-11.30 Presentation of weekly task 3 = simulation training (group A). 12.30-15 Presentation of weekly task 3 = simulation training (group B). RR, SK
15.3.2024 9-9.45 Exam (ONLINE -you can do it at home). RR
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Weekly assignments (pass/fail; compulsory attendance), simulation training and exam 3 ECTS (grade 1-5/fail).
Learning assignment 2 ECT. Return dates are: 14.3.24 or 23.5.24.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student
- doesn´t understand the process of client work and the phases of it
- has deficiencies in needs assessment, service planning and counselling skills
- is not familiar with the goals of social rehabilitation
- knows service counselling and the process of it only superficially
- does not comprehend rehabilitation service system properly
- is not familiar with different kinds of individual service, care and rehabilitation plans
- does not comprehend basics of recording client data and confidentiality of it.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Student
- doesn´t understand the process of client work and the phases of it
- has deficiencies in needs assessment, service planning and counselling skills
- is not familiar with the goals of social rehabilitation
- knows service counselling and the process of it only superficially
- does not comprehend rehabilitation service system properly
- does not comprehend basics of recording client data and confidentiality of it
- is not familiar with different kinds of individual service, care and rehabilitation plans.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Th student
- understand the process of client work and the phases of it
- has good skills in needs assessment, service planning and counselling
- is familiar with the goals of social rehabilitation
- knows service counselling and the process of it
- comprehends rehabilitation service system
- is familiar with different kinds of individual service, care and rehabilitation plans
- knows basics of recording client data and confidentiality of it.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student
- understands the process of client work and the phases of it
- has advanced skills in needs assessment, service planning and counselling
- know the goals and methods of social rehabilitation
- knows service counselling and the process of it
- comprehends rehabilitation service system and its complexity
- knows different kinds of individual service, care and rehabilitation plans
- masters and can apply basics of recording client data and confidentiality of it.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 19.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 06.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Teacher in charge
Niina Vuoristo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you understand the importance of legislation in supporting children with families and child protection
• you are familiar with different types of families and are able to identify different family situations
• you know how to guide families with children to services
• you are able to work with children and families in various situations and teams
Content
• different families and family situations
• the basic services, the Social Welfare Act, the Child Welfare Act and the support work of organisations for children and families
• identifying and addressing child abuse and necessary actions
• a systemic approach to work in social services and multi-professional work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 12.03.2024
Timing
12.03.2024 - 09.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you understand the importance of educational collaboration with children’s guardians
• you are familiar with the ethical principles and values of early childhood education
• you are familiar with principles of multi-professional collaboration and are able to apply them in your work
• you strengthen your cultural competence
Content
• family-oriented forms of collaboration and dialogue
• addressing difficult issues in challenging situations
• multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• the professional identity of a Bachelor of Social Services in early childhood education
• values and ethics in tutoring practices and the day care operating culture
• guardians from different language and cultural backgrounds as educational partners
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 18.03.2024
Timing
18.03.2024 - 08.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
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PSOSTS22
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PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you understand the importance of educational collaboration with children’s guardians
• you are familiar with the ethical principles and values of early childhood education
• you are familiar with principles of multi-professional collaboration and are able to apply them in your work
• you strengthen your cultural competence
Content
• family-oriented forms of collaboration and dialogue
• addressing difficult issues in challenging situations
• multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• the professional identity of a Bachelor of Social Services in early childhood education
• values and ethics in tutoring practices and the day care operating culture
• guardians from different language and cultural backgrounds as educational partners
Materials
National Core Curriculum for ECEC, Finnish National Agency for Education, 2022
Ojala, M. 2010. Developing multicultural early childhood education in a Finnish context. International Journal of Child Care and Education Policy , vol. 4 , no. 1 , pp. 13-22. https://doi.org/10.1007/2288-6729-4-1-13
Murphy et al. 2021. Partnership with families in early childhood education: Exploratory study. Australasian Journal of Early Childhood Volume 46, Issue 1, March 2021, Pages 93-106 https://doi.org/10.1177/1836939120979067
Teaching methods
Individual work, pair work, group work
Literature-based, lecture-based and learning assignment-based work
Student workload
Theoretical essay, individual work, 2,5 ECTS
Learning assignment (discussion with parents) in pairs, reflection on discussion as individual work & contact teaching 1,5 ECTS
Childhood collage, individual work 1 ECTS
Content scheduling
Teachers:
Kaija Penttala (KP)
Tiina Suni (TS)
Teaching on Mondays, weeks 12-15
Teaching in English at Salo campus
Mon 18.3.2024 9:00 - 14:30 (TS)
- Course info and study assignments
- Values and ethics of ECEC
- The professional values of a Bachelor of Social Services in early childhood education
- Multi-professional and cross-sectoral collaboration
Mon 25.3.2024 10:15 - 13:45 (KP)
- Family-oriented forms of collaboration and dialogue
- Addressing difficult issues in challenging situations
Week 14: Independent work with learning assignments
Mon 8.4.2024 9:00 - 14:30 (TS)
- Guardians from different language and cultural backgrounds as educational partners
- Co-operation with multicultural and diverse families
- Course reflection and feedback
Further information
Presence in contact teaching is mandatory. In case of absence, compensative assignment must be completed (instructions in Itslearning). Max. absence is 50 % of the contact teaching.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Theoretical essay, individual work (F-5)
- first submission deadline 15.4.2024
- second submission deadline 22.4.2024
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Student:
- has no understanding on the importance of educational collaboration with children’s guardians
- is not familiar with the ethical principles and values of early childhood education
- is not familiar with principles of multi-professional collaboration
- has no understanding on cultural competences
- has not participated in contact teaching according to the requirements
- has not completed all the learning assignments of the course
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Student:
- has some understanding on the importance of educational collaboration with children’s guardians
- is familiar with the ethical principles and values of early childhood education in basic level
- is familiar with some principles of multi-professional collaboration
- has some understanding on cultural competence
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Student:
- has understanding on the importance of educational collaboration with children’s guardians
- is familiar with the ethical principles and values of early childhood education
- is familiar with principles of multi-professional collaboration and is able to apply them in practice
- has some understanding on cultural competences
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student:
- has deep understanding on the importance of educational collaboration with children’s guardians and is able to implement this in practice
- is closely familiar with the ethical principles and values of early childhood education and is able to reflect and evaluate his own activities on this perspective
- is closely familiar with principles of multi-professional collaboration and is able to apply them in practice
- has deep understanding on cultural competences and multicultural pedagogic environments
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 29.02.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 15.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 150
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ulla Niittyinperä
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
-
AVOSOSERK24V
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you understand the basics of augmentative and alternative communication
• you know how to promote client inclusion and equality with the help of different communication methods
• you know how to use online resources in challenging communication situations
Content
• methods that support and replace oral communication
• forms of simplified language use
Materials
Teacher's materials in itslearning, only in Finnish.
For the exam, the student can also read literature supporting the topic, available only in Finnish.
In English supporting material:
Who's Afraid of AAC? The UK Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Alison Battye
2018
Teaching methods
Online studies, videos, distance lecture, independent exercises, exam.
Exam schedules
The exam is an electronic open book exam and has four sections. The sections of the exam open under the "Resources and activities" heading.
NOTE! Do not open the sections of the exam below until you are about to take it. Opening is counted as a taking the test. Do all four sections. You can take the exam when you have studied the course materials.
Take the exam no later than April 12, 2024, and you will have time to receive the evaluation during spring 2024.
The materials for the exam are the course contents and the supplementary reading found behind the links (especially Papunet's materials).
Each section of the exam can be attempted 2 times and the materials may be with you in the exam. Each section of the exam has a 20-minute time limit. In the fourth part of the exam, questions about signs are asked, so prepare for the comprehension task with the help of the course materials.
Please wait, when you return the exam, that it will download all the answers.
The assessment of the exam is 1-5. Answer each exam task according to the instructions. In multiple-choice tasks, one option is chosen.
Scoring, the total maximum score for the exam is 63 points. 30 points are required for passing performance. Scoretable in itslearning.
At the end of the exam, you can answer a feedback questiona about the entire course. It is voluntary, anonymous and has no time limit.
International connections
According to Innopeda, the goal of the course is to get students interested about the topic and to actively search information. It is not possible to teach everything about this topic in one course, but the course guides students to seek information from reliable sources and advises a good attitude - everyone has the right to communicate and there are many ways to do so.
According to Innopeda, the competences for this course are:
Initiative skills = the student is able to tell about different AAC methods in the workplace, showing a model to others.
Creativity = the student knows how to use different methods creatively with individual customers, the student develops the readiness to think differently, the student has a good attitude to experiment and the courage to interact.
Teamwork = the student knows how to cooperate in a multiprofessional team and knows its importance when, for example, applying for communication guidance.
Critical thinking = the student knows how to put himself in the customer's position, the student is able to question many prevailing practices, the student understands the importance of communication and interaction for everyone, including non-speaking (essential language) people.
Network skills = the student knows how to seek advice from multiprofessional networks and organizations, the student knows who to contact when student needs more information.
Completion alternatives
Possible AHOT: Approval is sought and decisions are made in Peppi. See the instructions in the student's Peppi instructions (the instructions can be found in Mess with the search term). The student does the so-called replacement application, i.e. section 9.4. The person in charge of education is designated as the person handling the application (in 2024: Olli Toivonen).
Student workload
The scope of the course is 1 credit, i.e. 27 hours of student work.
(Voluntary start, Zoom, 1 h)
Start: info, reading, links, video (1 min), about 1 h
Services: reading, links, video (6 min), assignment, about 2 h
AAC: video (3 min), observation, task, reflection, about 15 min
Easy language: reading, assignments, articles for the exam, about 8.5 hours
Assisted: videos (several, choose a few, 1 h), task, video (2 min), about 1 h
Tools: task, about 1 hour
Symbols: reading, links, task, about 1.25 h
Writing: reading, videos (2 min, 2 min), drawing by yourself, about 15 min
Subjects: reading, video (5 min), about 30 min
Unassisted: reading, assignments, about 30 min
Signs: video (2 min, 2 min, 14 min, 3 min, 4 min), task, video (6 min), about 3 h
Haptics: reading, task, about 30 min
Essential language: reading, video (2 min), about 15 min
Exam: duration 80 min, reading of materials, learning, 7 h
Content scheduling
The course is studied independently between January 15th and April 15th, 2024. The student marks the tasks as completed on the itslearning platform according to his own progress.
The course ends with an electronic open book exam, which must be completed on the itslearning platform no later than April 12nd, 2024.
Further information
You can reach the teacher through itslearning's page Start discussion activity tool.
Ask if there are any problems or something doesn't work. Also put tips if you find new material related to the topic that you think will be of interest to other students.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The evaluation of the course is 1-5 and the same as in the exam.
Scoring according to the exam. The maximum score is 63 points. 30 points are required for passing performance.
Enrollment
15.06.2023 - 30.11.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 500
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ulla Niittyinperä
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 500. Open UAS: 500.)
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Materials
Teacher's materials in itslearning, only in Finnish.
For the exam, the student can also read literature supporting the topic, available only in Finnish.
In English supporting material:
Who's Afraid of AAC? The UK Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Alison Battye
2018
Teaching methods
Online studies, videolectures, independent exercises, exam.
Exam schedules
Nonstop. You can do test, when you have studied the course.
You can do the test as many times you like. You need to have 80 % of the answers right, then the test is accepted. There is four parts in the test.
International connections
The goal of the course is to get students interested about the topic and to actively search information. It is not possible to teach everything about this topic in one course, but the course guides students to seek information from reliable sources and advises a good attitude - everyone has the right to communicate and there are many ways to do so.
The competences for this course are:
Initiative skills = the student is able to tell about different AAC methods in the workplace, showing a model to others.
Creativity = the student knows how to use different methods creatively with individual customers, the student develops the readiness to think differently, the student has a good attitude to experiment and the courage to interact.
Teamwork = the student knows how to cooperate in a multiprofessional team and knows its importance when, for example, applying for communication guidance.
Critical thinking = the student knows how to put himself in the customer's position, the student is able to question many prevailing practices, the student understands the importance of communication and interaction for everyone, including non-speaking (essential language) people.
Network skills = the student knows how to seek advice from multiprofessional networks and organizations, the student knows who to contact when student needs more information.
Completion alternatives
Not available.
Student workload
The course is independent course, you can study it at anytime. You have time to 31.12. to study the course. If you have questions about the course, you can contact to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
The scope of the course is 1 credit, i.e. 27 hours of student work.
Start: info, reading, links, video (1 min), about 1 h
Services: reading, links, video (6 min), assignment, about 2 h
AAC: video (3 min), observation, task, reflection, about 15 min
Easy language: reading, assignments, articles for the exam, about 8.5 hours
Assisted: videos (several, choose a few, 1 h), task, video (2 min), about 1 h
Tools: task, about 1 hour
Symbols: reading, links, task, about 1.25 h
Writing: reading, videos (2 min, 2 min), drawing by yourself, about 15 min
Subjects: reading, video (5 min), about 30 min
Unassisted: reading, assignments, about 30 min
Signs: video (2 min, 2 min, 14 min, 3 min, 4 min), task, video (6 min), about 3 h
Haptics: reading, task, about 30 min
Essential language: reading, video (2 min), about 15 min
Exam: duration 80 min, reading of materials, learning, 7 h
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
80 % answers right
Content scheduling
Nonstop course, in autumn semester from August to December, in spring semester January to May.
Further information
Course do not have open discussions. Questions about the course you can send to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Accepted - Not accepted. Accepted course includes all four tests done and accepted. Study record markings are added in register approximately once in month.
Enrollment
01.01.2024 - 30.06.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ulla Niittyinperä
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 500. Open UAS: 500.)
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Materials
Teacher's materials in itslearning, only in Finnish.
For the exam, the student can also read literature supporting the topic, available only in Finnish.
In English supporting material:
Who's Afraid of AAC? The UK Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Alison Battye
2018
Teaching methods
Online studies, videolectures, independent exercises, exam.
Exam schedules
Nonstop. You can do test, when you have studied the course.
You can do the test as many times you like. You need to have 80 % of the answers right, then the test is accepted. There is four parts in the test.
International connections
The goal of the course is to get students interested about the topic and to actively search information. It is not possible to teach everything about this topic in one course, but the course guides students to seek information from reliable sources and advises a good attitude - everyone has the right to communicate and there are many ways to do so.
The competences for this course are:
Initiative skills = the student is able to tell about different AAC methods in the workplace, showing a model to others.
Creativity = the student knows how to use different methods creatively with individual customers, the student develops the readiness to think differently, the student has a good attitude to experiment and the courage to interact.
Teamwork = the student knows how to cooperate in a multiprofessional team and knows its importance when, for example, applying for communication guidance.
Critical thinking = the student knows how to put himself in the customer's position, the student is able to question many prevailing practices, the student understands the importance of communication and interaction for everyone, including non-speaking (essential language) people.
Network skills = the student knows how to seek advice from multiprofessional networks and organizations, the student knows who to contact when student needs more information.
Completion alternatives
Not available.
Student workload
The course is independent course, you can study it at anytime. You have time to 31.12. to study the course. If you have questions about the course, you can contact to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
The scope of the course is 1 credit, i.e. 27 hours of student work.
Start: info, reading, links, video (1 min), about 1 h
Services: reading, links, video (6 min), assignment, about 2 h
AAC: video (3 min), observation, task, reflection, about 15 min
Easy language: reading, assignments, articles for the exam, about 8.5 hours
Assisted: videos (several, choose a few, 1 h), task, video (2 min), about 1 h
Tools: task, about 1 hour
Symbols: reading, links, task, about 1.25 h
Writing: reading, videos (2 min, 2 min), drawing by yourself, about 15 min
Subjects: reading, video (5 min), about 30 min
Unassisted: reading, assignments, about 30 min
Signs: video (2 min, 2 min, 14 min, 3 min, 4 min), task, video (6 min), about 3 h
Haptics: reading, task, about 30 min
Essential language: reading, video (2 min), about 15 min
Exam: duration 80 min, reading of materials, learning, 7 h
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
80 % answers right
Content scheduling
Nonstop course, in autumn semester from August to December, in spring semester January to July.
Further information
Course do not have open discussions. Questions about the course you can send to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Accepted - Not accepted. Accepted course includes all four tests done and accepted. Study record markings are added in register approximately once in month.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 22.01.2024
Timing
22.01.2024 - 25.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are able to observe and identify group phenomena
• you are familiar with the basics of group tutoring
• you know how to use team building exercises
Content
• group dynamics, lifespan and roles
• tutor characteristics and development
• implementation of tutoring: planning, objectives and assessment
• team building exercises
• group tutoring exercises with a peer group
• observation of group activities
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 29.09.2023
Timing
02.10.2023 - 01.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 80
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Satu Halonen
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 20. Open UAS: 20.)
Groups
-
VAVA2324
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
15.11.2023 - 08.03.2024
Timing
11.03.2024 - 10.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
1 - 80
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Satu Halonen
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
15.11.2023 - 01.03.2024
Timing
11.03.2024 - 10.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
1 - 80
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Satu Halonen
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää. (Size: 20. Open UAS: 20.)
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
14.08.2023 - 29.09.2023
Timing
02.10.2023 - 01.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Satu Halonen
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you are familiar with the process of planning and establishing a social and education service business
• you master the basics of business development
• you have knowledge of local social and education service businesses
• you participate in the development of social and education service business
Content
• the stages of establishing a business and the basic information an entrepreneur needs
• the business idea, business concept and business plan
• productisation and product development
• networking and collaboration with local social and education service businesses
• the development of your entrepreneurship or a collaborative product development project with a business partner
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 24.10.2023
Timing
24.10.2023 - 05.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are familiar with the responsibility of society in promoting citizens’ well-being, and organising social and early childhood education services
• you know how public and private services are produced and developed
• you have an understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education
• you have an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services
Content
• the organisation of public services and different ways of producing them
• the operational and financial planning of public and private services
• the basics of quality control in social and early childhood education services
• social service professionals as entrepreneurs in social and early childhood education services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 28.02.2024
Timing
28.02.2024 - 15.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with the responsibility of society in promoting citizens’ well-being, and organising social and early childhood education services
• you know how public and private services are produced and developed
• you have an understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education
• you have an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services
Content
• the organisation of public services and different ways of producing them
• the operational and financial planning of public and private services
• the basics of quality control in social and early childhood education services
• social service professionals as entrepreneurs in social and early childhood education services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 02.11.2023
Timing
02.11.2023 - 14.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are familiar with the responsibility of society in promoting citizens’ well-being, and organising social and early childhood education services
• you know how public and private services are produced and developed
• you have an understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education
• you have an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services
Content
• the organisation of public services and different ways of producing them
• the operational and financial planning of public and private services
• the basics of quality control in social and early childhood education services
• social service professionals as entrepreneurs in social and early childhood education services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 02.11.2023
Timing
02.11.2023 - 07.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
8 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are familiar with the responsibility of society in promoting citizens’ well-being, and organising social and early childhood education services
• you know how public and private services are produced and developed
• you have an understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education
• you have an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services
Content
• the organisation of public services and different ways of producing them
• the operational and financial planning of public and private services
• the basics of quality control in social and early childhood education services
• social service professionals as entrepreneurs in social and early childhood education services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 01.09.2023
Timing
01.09.2023 - 22.09.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- understands the significance of the collaboration with the guardians and the versatility of families
- recognizes beliefs, values and attitudes relating to his/her own upbringing,
- reflects the ethical principles of upbringing
- knows the principles of multiprofessional collaboration and knows how to apply them in professional work
Content
Content
- usage theory of upbringing
- ethics of upbringing
- collaboration with guardians
- multiprofessional collaboration
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 18.01.2024
Timing
11.01.2024 - 15.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- understands the significance of the collaboration with the guardians and the versatility of families
- recognizes beliefs, values and attitudes relating to his/her own upbringing,
- reflects the ethical principles of upbringing
- knows the principles of multiprofessional collaboration and knows how to apply them in professional work
Content
Content
- usage theory of upbringing
- ethics of upbringing
- collaboration with guardians
- multiprofessional collaboration
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
21.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Materials
Materials in itslearning
Own searching
Teaching methods
Co-operative learning
Exam schedules
Group Exam 27.3.2024
Individual exam retake 22.5.2024
International connections
Lectures
Groupwork
Individual assignments
Student workload
Meetings and lectures 2 ETCS
Assingments 2 ETCS
Exam 1 ETCS
Content scheduling
Bashelor of Social Services Professional Development 1
100% partisipation to meetings (compensative assigments for absence)
Orientation days 21.-23.8.2023
mo 21.8. klo 10-16: Salo IoT
tu 22.8. klo 9-16: Salon IoT
we 23.8. klo 9-16: Salo IoT
BOSS 1 Meetings:
13.9. 10-16:
YTHS klo 12.30-13.15
Tasokas ry 14.30-15
25.10. 10-15
20.12. 10-15
Spring 2024 (published later)
17.1.2024 klo 12.30-15 BOSS 1 Meeting
14.2.2024 klo 12.30-15.00 BOSS 1 Meeting
27.3.2024 klo 12.30-15 BOSS 1 Meeting: Exam + other
22.5.2024 klo 09-15 BOSS 1 Meeting + Exam retake 15-17
All materials in itslearning
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignments
Exam 27.3.2024
Exam retake 22.5.2024
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 17.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 20.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 07.06.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Materials
All materials in itslearning
Teaching methods
Group work
Learning assignments
Content scheduling
BOSS 2 meetings in Salo Campus:
AUTUMN 2023
20.9. klo 12.30-14.00
15.11. klo 12.30-14.00
18.12. klo 10-11.30
Note that Client Work Training course meetings are on the same dates!
SPRING 2024
28.2. klo 12.30-14
6.6. klo 10-11.30
Note that Demanding Client Work / First-Line Management Training course meetings are on the same dates!
Themes for the meetings are visible in itslearning
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
All assignments Approved
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Laura Närvi
- Anssi Lähde
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Kaarina Rajala
- Tiina Laakso
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 17.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 19.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 08.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Marika Kouki
- Laura Närvi
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you complete your studies
• you know your strengths, competences and development needs
• you know how to enhance your employment abilities and advertise your expertise
• you know the rules of working life and are able to follow them
• you are aware of further and continuing education opportunities
Content
• development discussions with your tutor teacher
• the process of graduation
• reflective work on your portfolio
• innovation competences and self-assessment
• career planning and job search
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 17.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
- Anne Lämsä
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you complete your studies
• you know your strengths, competences and development needs
• you know how to enhance your employment abilities and advertise your expertise
• you know the rules of working life and are able to follow them
• you are aware of further and continuing education opportunities
Content
• development discussions with your tutor teacher
• the process of graduation
• reflective work on your portfolio
• innovation competences and self-assessment
• career planning and job search
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riia Lamminmäki
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
The aim of the course is to develop basic language skills in accordance with the European Framework of Reference to the skill level A2.
Students can cope rather well with everyday communication situations and are increasingly able to be initiative in a communication situation.
Content
After completing the course, the student
- knows how to exchange thoughts or information in familiar and everyday situations
- copes with short social situations and knows how to use the most common polite greetings and forms of addressing
- is able to make politely, for example, requests, invitations, suggestions and apologies
- understands the topic and core content of short, simple messages
(e.g., advertisements, brochures, menus, and schedules)
- is capable of simple reasoning supported by context
- is able to tell things that are related to everyday life and that are important to themselves, using simple phrases and concrete vocabulary (family, shopping, place of residence, workplace, etc.)
- is able to write short and simple notes and messages related to everyday needs
- masters an easily predictable basic vocabulary and many of the most important structures
Materials
Material on Itselarning. Acquire the course book:
Gehring, S. & Heinzmann, S. (2023). Suomen mestari. Suomen kielen oppikirja aikuisille. 6. painos. Helsinki: Finn Lectura.
https://finnlectura.fi/oppimateriaalit/suomi-toisena-kielena/suomen-mestari/uudistettu-suomen-mestari-1/#suomen-mestari-1-uudistettu
You will find other course material on the learner´s platform 'itslearning'
Teaching methods
Group work, pair work, working independently on Itslearning platform.
The study also emphasizes communal learning.
Lessons structure and guide your learning: you learn the basic structures of the language, the appropriate use of language and pronunciation.
When you also use Finnish outside of class, your language skills will increase and strengthen. Activity in your doing of the weekly exercises will lead you to a powerful basement of Finnish.
Exam schedules
You can find the deadlines for the weekly assignments in Itslearning.
International connections
Lessons weekly on campus, working independently on itslearning platform, group work, pair work.
Student workload
5 credits = 135 h of student's work. Reserve time for studying.
Content scheduling
After the course
- your pronunciation is understandable
- you will be able to understand short messages, simple speech and follow the discussion about your own life and family
- you know how to start and end a short dialogue
- you will master basic vocabulary and many key structures
- you will understand the main ideas of short texts
- you are able to write short, simple messages
- you can use specific vocabulary related to basic needs
Participation in the course requires at least A1 proficiency in Finnish (Finnish 1 course completed).
The lessons will be held on Salo Iot campus according to the schedule. First lesson: 17th of January 2024.
Further information
The learning platform Itslearning
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The final grade from 0 to 5 is based on the tasks submitted, activity on the lessons and proven language skills on required level. Only tasks returned on schedule will qualify for full points. If your assignments are not completed during the course, register for the next implementation.
Participation in the lessons (at least 60 %) is necessary for evaluation and required to get a grade.
You can find the assessment scale in the learner´s platform.
Qualifications
Participation in the course requires at least proficiency level A1 in Finnish.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riia Lamminmäki
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
The students deepen their Finnish language skills in such a way that they are able to participate in written and oral communication situations both in higher education studies and in working life. The students can search for information and produce clear and structured speech and writing about general and field-related topics. They can also describe their own competences. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.2–B2 (CEFR).
Content
The students expand their knowledge of different text types. They write different texts and practice also oral language skills and for example presentation skills. The course strengthens the students’ knowledge of vocabulary and essential grammatical structures through different exercises. All parts of language proficiency (reading, writing, speaking and listening) will be developed throughout the course. The course gives further skills for preparing for YKI test in B-level.
Materials
Course book:
- No niin! 1. Suomea aikuisille. Gerstler, Susanne; Aho, Hanna & Willberg, Hanna 2019. Helsinki: Finn Lectura. OR newer edition.
The learning material also includes:
- Websites covering the subjects of the course
- Teacher's and student's own material.
Teaching methods
Group work, pair work, working independently on Itslearning platform.
Lessons structure and guide your learning: you learn the basic structures of the language, the appropriate use of language and pronunciation.
International connections
The study emphasizes communal learning.
The course includes off-campus learning activities.
Student workload
5 credits = 135 h of student's work. Reserve time for studying.
Content scheduling
The course is aimed at the students of early childhood education.
After passing the course the student is able to
- understand clearly spoken common language when the subject relates to familiar things such as work, school or leisure
- discuss topics that he/she is interested in and topics that are related to everyday life and current affairs
- describe experiences and events, as well as dreams and goals
- justify and explain, at least briefly, his/her own opinions and plans
- write unified text on familiar topics e.g. in letters, stories and messages
- use a fairly wide everyday vocabulary and some common phrases and idioms.
The lessons are held from weeks 3 to 14 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays on Salo IoT campus according to the schedule. The first lessons will be held on 17.1.2024.
Further information
The learning platform Itslearning
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Evaluation criteria will be presented in the first lesson and in Itslearning workspace.
Qualifications
Participation in the course requires at least proficiency level B1 in Finnish.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 14.09.2023
Timing
07.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää (Size: 5. Open UAS: 5.)
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Content scheduling
This course is meant for foreign students in PSOSS23EN group and it provides an introduction to Finnish language, culture and society.
Tämä opintojakso on tarkoitettu PSOSS23EN-ryhmän ulkomaalaistaustaisille opiskelijoille johdannoksi Suomen kieleen (A1.1) ja kulttuuriin. Tämä opintojakso ei vastaa suomen kielen ja viestinnän jaksoa.
NOTE! Teaching classes are in Salo IOT Campus!
14.9. at 10.00 - 15.00
21.9. independent work
28.9. at 10.00 - 15.00
5.10. independent work
12.10. independent work
2.11. at 9.00 - 15.30 presentations CANCELLED!
Presentations on 23.11.at 10.00 - 15.30 in Salo IOT campus!
-Comparing language families; differences between Finnish and English language
-special features of Finnish language
-some beginner's Finnish
-Introduction to Finnish culture
-cultural differences; learning a culture
Assignments:
-essay on learning Finnish culture
-theme presentation on Finnish culture
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 05.09.2023
Timing
05.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 60
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää (Size: 5. Open UAS: 5.)
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 05.09.2023
Timing
06.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
15 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen AMK:n kiintiöpaikat. Ilmoittaudu ilman tätä pienryhmää (Size: 5. Open UAS: 5.)
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Small groups
- Open UAS quota. Please enroll without selecting this group
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 15.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 10.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 05.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Location-independent
Teaching languages
- Svenska
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ann-Katrin Tyni-Nummelin
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
The student can communicate orally in different work-life situations.
Content
The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 21.01.2024
Timing
19.01.2024 - 22.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Svenska
Seats
20 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ann-Katrin Tyni-Nummelin
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
The student can communicate orally in different work-life situations.
Content
The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
29.08.2023 - 15.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Location-independent
Teaching languages
- Svenska
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ann-Katrin Tyni-Nummelin
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
The student can communicate in writing in different work-life situations.
Content
The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 21.01.2024
Timing
19.01.2024 - 22.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
50 % Contact teaching, 50 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Svenska
Seats
20 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ann-Katrin Tyni-Nummelin
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
The student can communicate in writing in different work-life situations.
Content
The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 25.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 05.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
Student
- forms a view of his/her own role in a multifunctional working environment.
Content
Content
- early education, preschool and school, the learning institution supporting the welfare of children and the youth
- support for parenting and partnerships, divorces
- mentalization
- special level support and consultation (cf. child welfare notifications), disembarked services; working on
interfaces
- systematic work approach on the interfaces of basic services / repairing services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.12.2023 - 31.10.2024
Timing
18.12.2023 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
94 % Contact teaching, 6 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 100
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marjo Vähäkangas
- Meeri Rusi
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSK21V
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSS21V
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student has adopted the values and the principles of professional ethics in the social field and acts accordingly.
Student is able to create professional interaction and collaboration encouraging
the client’s participation.
Student understands the client’s needs. He/she knows how to support the utilization and enforcement of strengths
in the different phases and life situations of the individual’s growth and development. Student masters
the service guidance and preventive work methods. Student is able to apply and evaluate
different theoretical work orientations and work methods in the client work.
Student is able to evaluate and describe the different phases of the client process and develop his/her work based on that.
Student is able to act as a social expert in multiprofessional working groups and networks.
Content
Content
-training in work environments of the social, health, education etc. fields in public and private sectors, associations, projects or projects
- learning tasks relating to training
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 02.09.2024
Timing
04.12.2023 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
94 % Contact teaching, 6 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student has adopted the values and the principles of professional ethics in the social field and acts accordingly.
Student is able to create professional interaction and collaboration encouraging
the client’s participation.
Student understands the client’s needs. He/she knows how to support the utilization and enforcement of strengths
in the different phases and life situations of the individual’s growth and development. Student masters
the service guidance and preventive work methods. Student is able to apply and evaluate
different theoretical work orientations and work methods in the client work.
Student is able to evaluate and describe the different phases of the client process and develop his/her work based on that.
Student is able to act as a social expert in multiprofessional working groups and networks.
Content
Content
-training in work environments of the social, health, education etc. fields in public and private sectors, associations, projects or projects
- learning tasks relating to training
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.11.2023 - 29.08.2024
Timing
01.12.2023 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
87 % Contact teaching, 13 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student has adopted the values and the principles of professional ethics in the social field and acts accordingly.
Student is able to create professional interaction and collaboration encouraging
the client’s participation.
Student understands the client’s needs. He/she knows how to support the utilization and enforcement of strengths
in the different phases and life situations of the individual’s growth and development. Student masters
the service guidance and preventive work methods. Student is able to apply and evaluate
different theoretical work orientations and work methods in the client work.
Student is able to evaluate and describe the different phases of the client process and develop his/her work based on that.
Student is able to act as a social expert in multiprofessional working groups and networks.
Content
Content
-training in work environments of the social, health, education etc. fields in public and private sectors, associations, projects or projects
- learning tasks relating to training
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 08.09.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
87 % Contact teaching, 13 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Objectives
Student has adopted the values and the principles of professional ethics in the social field and acts accordingly.
Student is able to create professional interaction and collaboration encouraging
the client’s participation.
Student understands the client’s needs. He/she knows how to support the utilization and enforcement of strengths
in the different phases and life situations of the individual’s growth and development. Student masters
the service guidance and preventive work methods. Student is able to apply and evaluate
different theoretical work orientations and work methods in the client work.
Student is able to evaluate and describe the different phases of the client process and develop his/her work based on that.
Student is able to act as a social expert in multiprofessional working groups and networks.
Content
Content
-training in work environments of the social, health, education etc. fields in public and private sectors, associations, projects or projects
- learning tasks relating to training
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 24.01.2024
Timing
24.01.2024 - 29.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives
Student is introduced to applying his/her knowledge in project work, leadership, research and development, financial administration and planning, as well as external entrepreneurship, in a practical working-life project.
Content
Content
Project planning, start-up, implementation and evaluation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.08.2023
Timing
30.08.2023 - 13.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are able to apply your project work, management, research and development, and entrepreneurship knowledge and skills in a practical working life project
• you are able to work as a responsible member of a project team
• you are able to collaborate with different stakeholders and partners
• you are able to communicate and report the different stages and results of your project
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
• project planning, launch, implementation and evaluation
• preparing a project plan
• preparing a project report
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 30.08.2023
Timing
30.08.2023 - 13.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are able to apply your project work, management, research and development, and entrepreneurship knowledge and skills in a practical working life project
• you are able to work as a responsible member of a project team
• you are able to collaborate with different stakeholders and partners
• you are able to communicate and report the different stages and results of your project
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
• project planning, launch, implementation and evaluation
• preparing a project plan
• preparing a project report
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 24.01.2024
Timing
24.01.2024 - 29.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are able to apply your project work, management, research and development, and entrepreneurship knowledge and skills in a practical working life project
• you are able to work as a responsible member of a project team
• you are able to collaborate with different stakeholders and partners
• you are able to communicate and report the different stages and results of your project
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
• project planning, launch, implementation and evaluation
• preparing a project plan
• preparing a project report
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 15.01.2024
Timing
05.02.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 75
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSTK23
-
PSOSS23V
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with problems related to financial equality, income security and low incomes
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of financial social work
• you know how to counsel financially disadvantaged clients in managing their finances and applying for social security benefits
Content
• supporting clients’ financial capacity
• social security benefits in strengthening a person’s financial capacity
• financial counselling and advice
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
29.08.2023 - 15.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Henri Aho
- Katri Viippo
- Janne Hellsten
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
06.09.2023 - 15.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Eija Suikkanen
- Janne Hellsten
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.01.2024
Timing
09.01.2024 - 19.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Henri Aho
- Meeri Rusi
- Janne Hellsten
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
09.01.2024 - 12.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kirsi Mononen
- Meeri Rusi
- Janne Hellsten
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 27.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 23.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you are able to analyse creativity theoretically and as part of humanity
• you are familiar with the meanings of and reasons for creative activities in client work
• you have experientially learnt various creative and action-based methods that can be used in social services
• you know how to use your creativity and resources in client work
• you know how to use creative and action-based working methods when working with different clients
Content
• the concepts of creativity and action-based methods
• creative expression, interactive and mindfulness exercises with the help of different methods (e.g., visual expression, verbal art, music)
• tutoring creative activities, its planning, implementation and assessment
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 15.01.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 15.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Svenska
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are able to analyse creativity theoretically and as part of humanity
• you are familiar with the meanings of and reasons for creative activities in client work
• you have experientially learnt various creative and action-based methods that can be used in social services
• you know how to use your creativity and resources in client work
• you know how to use creative and action-based working methods when working with different clients
Content
• the concepts of creativity and action-based methods
• creative expression, interactive and mindfulness exercises with the help of different methods (e.g., visual expression, verbal art, music)
• tutoring creative activities, its planning, implementation and assessment
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 23.10.2023
Timing
23.10.2023 - 11.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaarina Rajala
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
Client and employee safety 2 ETCS
Objectives
• you are familiar with the most important legislation, documents, responsibilities and principles that guide client work and workplace safety
• you are able to work independently, promoting the safety of your work community
• you are familiar with the principles of work ergonomics and can apply them to your work
• you know how to recognise and face violence or clients at risk of violence and guide them to support services if necessary
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Objectives
• you know the authorities that supervise medication safety, the core legislation and licensing practices
• you understand professional employees’ responsibility in administering medication
• you know the basics of medicinal treatment
• you know how to administer medication safely and responsibly
Content
Customer and employee safety 2 ETCS
Contents
• work community and organisation safety management and planning
• anticipation, actions in threat situations and analysis of threat situations
• forms of violence, and identifying and addressing them
• work ergonomics methods
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Contents
• core legislation and guidelines concerning medicinal treatment
• the stages of medicines in the body and their effects on the body
• forms of medication and routes of administration (not intramuscular or intravenous injections)
• the adverse effects and interactions of medicines and commitment to medication
• the pharmacotherapy plan and Bachelors of Social Services as providers of safe medication
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 14.03.2024
Timing
14.03.2024 - 16.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
Client and employee safety 2 ETCS
Objectives
• you are familiar with the most important legislation, documents, responsibilities and principles that guide client work and workplace safety
• you are able to work independently, promoting the safety of your work community
• you are familiar with the principles of work ergonomics and can apply them to your work
• you know how to recognise and face violence or clients at risk of violence and guide them to support services if necessary
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Objectives
• you know the authorities that supervise medication safety, the core legislation and licensing practices
• you understand professional employees’ responsibility in administering medication
• you know the basics of medicinal treatment
• you know how to administer medication safely and responsibly
Content
Customer and employee safety 2 ETCS
Contents
• work community and organisation safety management and planning
• anticipation, actions in threat situations and analysis of threat situations
• forms of violence, and identifying and addressing them
• work ergonomics methods
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Contents
• core legislation and guidelines concerning medicinal treatment
• the stages of medicines in the body and their effects on the body
• forms of medication and routes of administration (not intramuscular or intravenous injections)
• the adverse effects and interactions of medicines and commitment to medication
• the pharmacotherapy plan and Bachelors of Social Services as providers of safe medication
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 03.04.2024
Timing
03.04.2024 - 15.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
Client and employee safety 2 ETCS
Objectives
• you are familiar with the most important legislation, documents, responsibilities and principles that guide client work and workplace safety
• you are able to work independently, promoting the safety of your work community
• you are familiar with the principles of work ergonomics and can apply them to your work
• you know how to recognise and face violence or clients at risk of violence and guide them to support services if necessary
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Objectives
• you know the authorities that supervise medication safety, the core legislation and licensing practices
• you understand professional employees’ responsibility in administering medication
• you know the basics of medicinal treatment
• you know how to administer medication safely and responsibly
Content
Customer and employee safety 2 ETCS
Contents
• work community and organisation safety management and planning
• anticipation, actions in threat situations and analysis of threat situations
• forms of violence, and identifying and addressing them
• work ergonomics methods
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Contents
• core legislation and guidelines concerning medicinal treatment
• the stages of medicines in the body and their effects on the body
• forms of medication and routes of administration (not intramuscular or intravenous injections)
• the adverse effects and interactions of medicines and commitment to medication
• the pharmacotherapy plan and Bachelors of Social Services as providers of safe medication
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
16.01.2024 - 19.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
Client and employee safety 2 ETCS
Objectives
• you are familiar with the most important legislation, documents, responsibilities and principles that guide client work and workplace safety
• you are able to work independently, promoting the safety of your work community
• you are familiar with the principles of work ergonomics and can apply them to your work
• you know how to recognise and face violence or clients at risk of violence and guide them to support services if necessary
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Objectives
• you know the authorities that supervise medication safety, the core legislation and licensing practices
• you understand professional employees’ responsibility in administering medication
• you know the basics of medicinal treatment
• you know how to administer medication safely and responsibly
Content
Customer and employee safety 2 ETCS
Contents
• work community and organisation safety management and planning
• anticipation, actions in threat situations and analysis of threat situations
• forms of violence, and identifying and addressing them
• work ergonomics methods
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Contents
• core legislation and guidelines concerning medicinal treatment
• the stages of medicines in the body and their effects on the body
• forms of medication and routes of administration (not intramuscular or intravenous injections)
• the adverse effects and interactions of medicines and commitment to medication
• the pharmacotherapy plan and Bachelors of Social Services as providers of safe medication
Materials
Medical treatment:
Workplace safety:
Teaching methods
Medical treatment & work place safety:
- contact teaching, group work, independent work, exam
Exam schedules
Course exam
5.3.2024: one hour exam in Itslearning platform during 8.00-22.00
12.3.2023: 1. Re-examination
19.3.2024: 2. Re-examination
International connections
- Experiment based learning
Completion alternatives
-
Student workload
Workplace Safety and Medicinal Treatment
- Contact teaching including seminar and exam 21 hours
- Independent and group work 114 hours
Content scheduling
Weeks 3-12/Tuesday
It is highly recommended to participate in contact teaching!
16.1.2024: 10 -15 Orientation to the course/MV & RR
23.1.2024: 9.30 -14.30 Medical treatment + working in small groups/RR
30.1.2024: independent work
6.2.2024: 9.30 -15.30 Workplace safety: Safety of living at home/ at 12.30-14 specialist from Varha Elena Raitmaa/MV
13.2.2024: independent work
20.2.2024: independent work
27.2.2024: independent work
5.3.2024: independent work + course Exam
12.3.2024: independent work
19.3.2024: 9.30 -14.30 Seminar (participation is mandatory)
Course exam
5.3.2024: one hour exam in Itslearning platform during 8.00-22.00
12.3.2024: 1. Re-examination
19.3.2024: 2. Re-examination
Before re-examination you need to sign up to both teachers by email at least on Friday (8.3. or 15.3.). The grade can only be increased once.
Further information
Itslearning
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Course assessment will be based on the course exam (fail/1-5).
All assignments (pass/fail)
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 26.03.2024
Timing
26.03.2024 - 21.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
Client and employee safety 2 ETCS
Objectives
• you are familiar with the most important legislation, documents, responsibilities and principles that guide client work and workplace safety
• you are able to work independently, promoting the safety of your work community
• you are familiar with the principles of work ergonomics and can apply them to your work
• you know how to recognise and face violence or clients at risk of violence and guide them to support services if necessary
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Objectives
• you know the authorities that supervise medication safety, the core legislation and licensing practices
• you understand professional employees’ responsibility in administering medication
• you know the basics of medicinal treatment
• you know how to administer medication safely and responsibly
Content
Customer and employee safety 2 ETCS
Contents
• work community and organisation safety management and planning
• anticipation, actions in threat situations and analysis of threat situations
• forms of violence, and identifying and addressing them
• work ergonomics methods
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Contents
• core legislation and guidelines concerning medicinal treatment
• the stages of medicines in the body and their effects on the body
• forms of medication and routes of administration (not intramuscular or intravenous injections)
• the adverse effects and interactions of medicines and commitment to medication
• the pharmacotherapy plan and Bachelors of Social Services as providers of safe medication
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
31.12.2023 - 28.02.2024
Timing
28.02.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
90 % Contact teaching, 10 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Teaching methods
Individual learning
Group discussions
Student workload
Practical Training plan (Harjoittelusuunnitelma) returned to itslearning latest xx.xx
Practical Training report (Harjoitteluraportti) returned to Sun Harkka latest xx.xx.24
Work hour control and approval in Sun Harkka
Content scheduling
Weeks 16-22
NOTE! Itslearning Basecamp for PSOSS22EN is use for Demanding Client Work / First-Line Management Training
28.2. 14.00-15.30 Training info / Salo
- Training plans (returned to its 4 weeks before training begins) and other documents (criminal record extract)
- Practical training instructions and assignments. Reporting.
15.5. 09.30-10.3 Mid training meeting Online
6.6. 12.30-14.00 Training feedback and reflection / Salo
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Practical training
Assesments (3)
Practical training report
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Customer work internship, you can start Internship in demanding customer work / immediate management.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 17.03.2024
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
90 % Contact teaching, 10 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Laura Närvi
- Anssi Lähde
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Customer work internship, you can start Internship in demanding customer work / immediate management.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 31.03.2025
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Customer work internship, you can start Internship in demanding customer work / immediate management.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 15.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 14.06.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Customer work internship, you can start Internship in demanding customer work / immediate management.
Enrollment
01.04.2024 - 03.03.2025
Timing
01.04.2024 - 31.05.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Client work internship, you can start Internship in demanding client work / immediate management.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 09.01.2024
Timing
09.01.2024 - 06.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you are familiar with the legislation concerning early childhood education and the related service system
• you are familiar with the early childhood education plan and understand its meaning
• you know the central goals of early childhood education and have an understanding of early childhood education as children’s growth environment
• you know the learning and development process of children
• you know the competence requirements for a Bachelor of Social Services in early childhood education
Content
• the legislation concerning early childhood education and the Convention on the Rights of the Child
• the development of early childhood education and its roles in society
• the overall structure of early childhood education services
• the national core curriculum for early childhood education and care and the early childhood education plan
• the development of children under school age
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 15.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 05.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you are familiar with the legislation concerning early childhood education and the related service system
• you are familiar with the early childhood education plan and understand its meaning
• you know the central goals of early childhood education and have an understanding of early childhood education as children’s growth environment
• you know the learning and development process of children
• you know the competence requirements for a Bachelor of Social Services in early childhood education
Content
• the legislation concerning early childhood education and the Convention on the Rights of the Child
• the development of early childhood education and its roles in society
• the overall structure of early childhood education services
• the national core curriculum for early childhood education and care and the early childhood education plan
• the development of children under school age
Materials
National core curriculum for ECEC in Finland
The Act on Early Childhood Education and Care in Finland
Teaching materials
Teaching methods
Individual work, pair work, group work
Literature-based, lecture-based and learning assignment-based work
Completion alternatives
If you have a Finnish degree on educational field and at least two years working experience from Finnish early childhood education, you have a possibility to complete the course by recognition. In this case, please contact the responsible teacher for further details.
Student workload
Learning diary in pair work 4 ECTS
Observation assignment and participation in contact teaching 1 ECTS
Content scheduling
Teaching on Mondays, weeks 3-6
Teaching in English at Salo campus
Mon 15.1.2024, 9:00 - 14:30 (TS)
- Course info & study assignments
- Introduction to early childhood education: The central goals of early childhood education
- The legislation concerning early childhood education and the related service system
- The competence requirements for a social pedagogue in early childhood education
Mon 22.1.2024 10:15 - 14:30 (KP)
- The development of children under school age
Mon 29.1.2024 9:00 - 14:30 (TS)
- The national core curriculum for early childhood education and care and the early childhood education plan
- Early childhood education as children’s learning environment
- Visitor from Pilke päiväkodit / Pilke Daycare Center, Elina Kutila (12:00 - 12:45, via Zoom): pedagogical documentation and learning environment in Pilke daycare
Mon 5.2.2024 10.15 -14:30 (KP)
- Discussion on learning diary and observation assignment, course feedback
Further information
Presence in contact teaching is mandatory. In case of absence, compensative assignment must be completed (instructions in Itslearning). Max. absence is 50 % of the contact teaching.
Changes are possible.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Learning diary in pair work (F-5)
- first submission deadline 12.2.2024
- second submission deadline 26.2.2024
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Student:
- is not sufficiently familiar with the legislation governing early childhood education and care and the early childhood education service system in Finland.
- does not sufficiently know the basics of the Early Childhood Education Plan and understand its significance in early childhood education.
- does not know the key goals, objectives or basic task of early childhood education and is not familiar with early childhood education as a child's growth environment.
- does not sufficiently know the learning and development process of the child.
- has not participated in contact teaching according to the requirements
- has not completed all the learning assignments of the course
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Student:
- has some knowledge of the legislation governing early childhood education and care and the early childhood education service system in Finland.
- has some knowledge of the basics of the early childhood education plan and some understanding of its significance in early childhood education.
- knows some of the key goals, objectives and basic tasks of early childhood education and is slightly familiar with early childhood education as a child's growth environment.
- knows a little bit about the child's learning and development process.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Student
- is familiar with the legislation governing early childhood education and care and the early childhood education service system in Finland.
- knows the basics of the early childhood education plan and understands its significance in early childhood education.
- knows the key goals, objectives and basic task of early childhood education and becomes familiar with early childhood education as a child's growth environment.
- knows the child's learning and development process.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student:
- is well acquainted with the legislation governing early childhood education and care and the early childhood education service system in Finland.
- is well acquainted with the basics of the early childhood education plan and understands its significance and applicability in early childhood education.
- knows well the key goals, objectives and basic task of early childhood education and understands the significance of early childhood education as a child's growth environment.
- knows well the child's learning and development process.
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 03.11.2023
Timing
03.11.2023 - 01.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK21
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student knows and is able to apply versatile working tools used in early education.
Student plans, implements and evaluates pedagogic activity in different areas of learning.
Content
Content
- play
- exercising
- experience and expression of arts
- exploration
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 29.02.2024
Timing
29.02.2024 - 11.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student knows and is able to apply versatile working tools used in early education.
Student plans, implements and evaluates pedagogic activity in different areas of learning.
Content
Content
- play
- exercising
- experience and expression of arts
- exploration
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 06.02.2024
Timing
06.02.2024 - 05.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you understand the importance of play, play environments and tutoring play for children’s well-being and development
• you know how to observe and document children’s play
• you are able to plan, implement and evaluate activities for children under or over three years, paying attention to children’s participation
• you are familiar with principles of tutoring a group of children
• you understand the importance of everyday routines in supporting children’s well-being and development
Content
• play at different ages
• the special characteristics of the activities of children under and over three years
• planning and tutoring child-oriented activities in different areas of learning
• the combination of education, teaching and care, full-time pedagogy and tutoring interaction
• methods of observing and documenting play
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 12.02.2024
Timing
12.02.2024 - 11.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you understand the importance of play, play environments and tutoring play for children’s well-being and development
• you know how to observe and document children’s play
• you are able to plan, implement and evaluate activities for children under or over three years, paying attention to children’s participation
• you are familiar with principles of tutoring a group of children
• you understand the importance of everyday routines in supporting children’s well-being and development
Content
• play at different ages
• the special characteristics of the activities of children under and over three years
• planning and tutoring child-oriented activities in different areas of learning
• the combination of education, teaching and care, full-time pedagogy and tutoring interaction
• methods of observing and documenting play
Materials
Backman-Norda, P., Staffansb, E. & Nybackc , M-H. 2023. The storycrafting method: A systematic review. Journal of Early Childhood Education Research Volume 12, Issue 2, 2023, 34–50
https://doi.org/10.58955/jecer.v12i2.117886
Gallagher, J. & Sayre, N.E. 2014. Movement and Music: Developing Activities for Young Children. NJ: Pearson Publishing.
Karlsson, L. (2003). Sadutus: avain osallistavaan toimintakulttuuriin. (Opetus 2000). PS-kustannus.
Karlsson, L. (2014) Storycrafting - The key to the dialogical sharing culture. Jyväskylä: PS-kustannus.
Karvonen, P., Ukkonen-Mikkola, T., Fenyvesi, K., Salonen, M., Erkkilä, P., Laine, E., Storgård, E. (2022). Playful learning in early childhood education in Finland. Otava Publishing Company Ltd.
Ruokonen, I., Tervaniemi, M. & Reunamo, J. (2021): The significance of music in early childhood education and care of toddlers in Finland: an extensive observational study, Music Education Research, DOI: 10.1080/14613808.2021.1965564
https://doi.org/10.1080/14613808.2021.1965564
Teaching methods
Individual work, pair work, group work
Literature-based, lecture-based and learning assignment-based work
Student workload
Contact teaching and reflection assignment 1,5 ECTS
Study assignment in pairs: planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting pedagogic activity in daycare 3,5 ECTS
- First submission 11.3.2024
- Second submission 25.3.2024
Content scheduling
Teaching on Mondays, weeks 7-11
Teaching in English at Salo campus
Mon 12.2.2024 10:15 - 14:30 (KP)
- Course info and study assignments
- Planning and tutoring child-oriented activities in different areas of learning
- Music & drama as pedagogical methods
Mon 19.2.2024 9:00 - 14:30
- Independent work on study assignment
Mon 26.2.2024 9:00 - 14:30 (TS)
- Play at different ages
- Literature as pedagogical method
- Creative exercises
Mon 4.3.2024 10:15 - 13:45 (KP)
- The combination of education, teaching and care, full-time pedagogy and tutoring interaction
- Discussion on reflection assignment
Mon 11.3.2024 9:30 - 12:00 (TS & KP)
- Reflection on study assignment videos, course end and feedback
Further information
Presence in contact teaching is mandatory. In case of absence, compensative assignment must be completed (instructions in Itslearning). Max. absence is 50 % of the contact teaching.
Changes are possible.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Study assignment in pairs: planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting pedagogic activity in daycare, including video + reflection (F-5)
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Student:
- has not understanding on the importance of play, play environments and tutoring play for children’s well-being and development
- does not knows how to observe and document children’s play
- is not able to plan, implement and evaluate activities for children under or over three years or paying attention to children’s participation
- has not understanding on principles of tutoring a group of children
- noes not understand the basics of the importance of everyday routines in supporting children’s well-being and development
- has not participated in contact teaching according to the requirements
- has not completed all the learning assignments of the course
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Student:
- understands the importance of play, play environments and tutoring play for children’s well-being and development in basic level
- is achieving to gain understanding on observing and documenting children’s play in basic level
- is able to plan, implement and evaluate some activities for children under or over three years, paying some attention to children’s participation
- has some basic level understanding on principles of tutoring a group of children
- understands the basics of the importance of everyday routines in supporting children’s well-being and development
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Student:
- understands the importance of play, play environments and tutoring play for children’s well-being and development
- knows the basic strategies of observing and documenting children’s play
- is able to plan, implement and evaluate activities for children under or over three years, paying some attention to children’s participation
- is familiar with the basic principles of tutoring a group of children
- understands the importance of everyday routines in supporting children’s well-being and development
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student:
- understands deeply the importance of play, play environments and tutoring play for children’s well-being and development
- knows how to observe and document children’s play on several perspectives and in multiple ways
- is able to plan, implement and evaluate activities for children under or over three years, paying close attention to children’s participation
- has deep understanding on principles of tutoring a group of children
- understands the importance of everyday routines in supporting children’s well-being and development and is able to evaluate pedagogic activities on this perspective
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 07.11.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 12.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
40 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods
Content
• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 12.11.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 13.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods
Content
• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 05.04.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 17.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods
Content
• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments
Materials
Hohman, M. (2012). Motivational interviewing in social work practice. Guilford Press. Partly.
Ratner, H., & Yusuf, D. (2015). Brief Coaching with Children and Young People: A Solution Focused Approach (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315743684 E-book
Kirjavainen, H., Peltola, J., Yli-Mattila, E., Terkola, T., Putrus, F., Mattus, M., Raitmaa, S., & Puukka, N. (2023) Getting to Grips with Digital Networks – Digital Networking Handbook for Counselling Professionals. TUAS.
https://www.theseus.fi/handle/10024/811627
McLeod, J. An introduction to counselling. E-book. Adapted version. pp. 78-83, 122-204, 225-242.
Changes are possible.
Teaching methods
Lectures
Co-operative learning
Exam
Exam schedules
Exam 10.5.2024 8.15-9.45
Retake 22.5.2024 15-17 Register for the retake exam via e-mail to the responsible teacher.
Retake 5.6.2024 15-17 Register for the retake exam via e-mail to the responsible teacher.
Content scheduling
5.4.2024: 10.15-15.15 Orientation, course goals and forming groups on Salo Campus. Counselling as a basic working method for bachelors of social services. Different counselling approaches (theories) and counselling methods. A solution- and resource-oriented approaches, systemic approach, motivational interview. Kaija Penttala
12.4.2024: 9.00-14.00 How to counsel individuals - exercises (independent work)
19.4.2024 10.15-15.15 Counselling presentations (KP)
26.4.2024 9.00-15.00 Roles in a group and the group development process. Communication skills as a part of group counselling. Online counselling Katri Viippo
3.5.2024 9.00-14.00 Group counselling exercises (independent work).
10.5.2024 8.15-9.45 Exam 10-14.30 Group counselling presentations (KV)
Exam
Hohman, M. (2012). Motivational interviewing in social work practice. Guilford Press. pp.1-19.
McLeod, J. An introduction to counselling. E-book. Adapted version. pp. 78-83, 122-204, 225-242.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 26.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods
Content
• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 26.03.2024
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Meeri Rusi
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods
Content
• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2023 - 26.10.2023
Timing
26.10.2023 - 30.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 39
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Objectives:
- Student is introduced to the entrepreneurship in wellbeing services, innovation activities and productization
- He/she gains basic knowledge and skills to act as an entrepreneur
Content
Content
- Entrepreneurial approach and working as an entrepreneur
- Entrepreneurship in the social and health, as well as education, fields
- Innovations and R&D activities
- Business plan
- Basic knowledge and skills of an entrepreneur
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 15.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 12.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives:
- Student is introduced to the entrepreneurship in wellbeing services, innovation activities and productization
- He/she gains basic knowledge and skills to act as an entrepreneur
Content
Content
- Entrepreneurial approach and working as an entrepreneur
- Entrepreneurship in the social and health, as well as education, fields
- Innovations and R&D activities
- Business plan
- Basic knowledge and skills of an entrepreneur
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 15.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 12.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Kaarina Rajala
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Objectives:
- Student is introduced to the entrepreneurship in wellbeing services, innovation activities and productization
- He/she gains basic knowledge and skills to act as an entrepreneur
Content
Content
- Entrepreneurial approach and working as an entrepreneur
- Entrepreneurship in the social and health, as well as education, fields
- Innovations and R&D activities
- Business plan
- Basic knowledge and skills of an entrepreneur
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
05.09.2024 - 20.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Sirppa Kinos
- Tiina Laakso
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
· you are able to apply and evaluate different theoretical work orientations to client work
· you are able to use different working methods and tools in social work with adults
· you are able to describe your own work orientation that guides your systematic and goal-oriented work with clients
Content
· creation of students’ own work orientation
· service counselling and social counselling
· dialogue in client work
· the methods of rehabilitative social work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
03.09.2024 - 08.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Sirppa Kinos
- Tiina Laakso
- Anssi Lähde
Teacher in charge
Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
· you are able to apply and evaluate different theoretical work orientations to client work
· you are able to use different working methods and tools in social work with adults
· you are able to describe your own work orientation that guides your systematic and goal-oriented work with clients
Content
· creation of students’ own work orientation
· service counselling and social counselling
· dialogue in client work
· the methods of rehabilitative social work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 03.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Svenska
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTS24
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Materials
VEYSALALLA
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 24.09.2024
Timing
24.09.2024 - 12.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS24V
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
• you are familiar with the values and professional ethics guiding social services, and you are able to follow them in interactive situations
• you are familiar with the basic concepts of professional interaction
• you know how to plan and evaluate your interaction in different situations
• you are familiar with different views of human beings and understand the significance of these views and values in client work
• you are familiar with key legislation concerning client work in social services
Content
• professional interaction and dialogue
• the concept of ethics and professional ethics
• Act on the Status and Rights of Social Welfare Clients
• the Social Welfare Act
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 16.09.2024
Timing
16.09.2024 - 09.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 100
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
-
AVOSOSERK24V
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
• you can describe the current challenges related to the health and well-being of the population and the factors behind them
• you can describe indicators of the health and well-being of the population and the importance of information in identifying the need for and provision of services
• you can describe the overall structure of social and health services and the legislation concerning social and health services
• you can describe the overall structure of the social security system with a particular focus on supporting work ability and functional capacity and rehabilitation
• you know how to retrieve information and guide people in different life situations to seek social and health services
• you recognise the importance of information security in social services
• you recognise the importance of multi-professionalism from the perspective of service needs
Content
• the health and well-being of the population: current challenges and factors behind them, promoting health and functional capacity, preventing illnesses and accidents, register and statistical data
• social and health services: the social and health care system and its development, funding, responsibilities and supervision, and client/patient rights
• social and health services: rehabilitation and rehabilitation services, income security
• information security in social and health services
• client counselling: finding information about social and health services and benefits, applying the information to the service counselling for clients in different life situations, multi-professional support for clients
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.07.2024 - 31.07.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSLS24E
Objective
• you can describe the current challenges related to the health and well-being of the population and the factors behind them
• you can describe indicators of the health and well-being of the population and the importance of information in identifying the need for and provision of services
• you can describe the overall structure of social and health services and the legislation concerning social and health services
• you can describe the overall structure of the social security system with a particular focus on supporting work ability and functional capacity and rehabilitation
• you know how to retrieve information and guide people in different life situations to seek social and health services
• you recognise the importance of information security in social services
• you recognise the importance of multi-professionalism from the perspective of service needs
Content
• the health and well-being of the population: current challenges and factors behind them, promoting health and functional capacity, preventing illnesses and accidents, register and statistical data
• social and health services: the social and health care system and its development, funding, responsibilities and supervision, and client/patient rights
• social and health services: rehabilitation and rehabilitation services, income security
• information security in social and health services
• client counselling: finding information about social and health services and benefits, applying the information to the service counselling for clients in different life situations, multi-professional support for clients
Materials
Links to literature is in itslearning.
Exam schedules
Evaluation of the course is approved / failed based on the tasks
Student workload
5 credit = 135 hours work
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
All the tasks has to be answered. When you receive the right answer, comment and reflect your own answer. Return all the tasks not later than 22.12.2024.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you familiarise yourself, under guidance, with the work of social services professionals and client work methods
• you recognise the meaning of different life phases and know how to support clients in their everyday lives
• you understand the different phases of the client process and know how to counsel clients in a goal-oriented and ethical way
• you gain experience of working in multi-professional teams
• you know the basic task of your training position
• you are able to follow the principles of social sustainability and evaluate their fulfilment
• you are able to apply theoretical social and education service knowledge to client work and your own actions
Content
• a practical training period in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
• dialogical interaction with and counselling client
• setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
• familiarising yourself with the operating environment of the training unit and placing it within the service system
• reflecting on whether the principles of professional ethics are fulfilled
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Project internship in client work, you can start Client work internship.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 10.09.2024
Timing
10.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you familiarise yourself, under guidance, with the work of social services professionals and client work methods
• you recognise the meaning of different life phases and know how to support clients in their everyday lives
• you understand the different phases of the client process and know how to counsel clients in a goal-oriented and ethical way
• you gain experience of working in multi-professional teams
• you know the basic task of your training position
• you are able to follow the principles of social sustainability and evaluate their fulfilment
• you are able to apply theoretical social and education service knowledge to client work and your own actions
Content
• a practical training period in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
• dialogical interaction with and counselling client
• setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
• familiarising yourself with the operating environment of the training unit and placing it within the service system
• reflecting on whether the principles of professional ethics are fulfilled
Teaching methods
Individual learning
Group discussions
International connections
Individual learning
Group discussions
Student workload
Assignments and reporting 1 ETCS
Learning in training place (workhours) 9 ETCS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved report
- Student shows understanding of operating environment and is able to place it in service system
- Student is able to present client group and their needs based on theory and practice. Applied work methods in the workplace are presented.
- Student is able to plan and instruct a client group
- Student is able to reflect ethical dimensions of client work
Content scheduling
Teachers:
Kaija Penttala
Olli Toivonen
Training period: Weeks 45-51
NOTE! Itslearning Basecamp for PSOSS23EN is use for Client work training
10.9. 14.30-16.00 Training info
- Training plans (returned to its 4 weeks before the training begins) and other documents (criminal record extract)
- Practical training instructions and assignments. Reporting.
- Sun Harkka
27.11. 14.15-15.45 Mid training meeting
18.12. 08.30-10.00 Training feedback and reflection
Note! BOSS 2 meetings are on the same dates
Further information
This course runs in Basecamp (itslearning)
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Practical training report Approved/Fail
Work hours confirmed in Sun Harkka
Evaluations in Sun Harkka Approved
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Project internship in client work, you can start Client work internship.
Enrollment
02.07.2024 - 31.07.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
90 % Contact teaching, 10 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSLS24E
Objective
• you familiarise yourself, under guidance, with the work of social services professionals and client work methods
• you recognise the meaning of different life phases and know how to support clients in their everyday lives
• you understand the different phases of the client process and know how to counsel clients in a goal-oriented and ethical way
• you gain experience of working in multi-professional teams
• you know the basic task of your training position
• you are able to follow the principles of social sustainability and evaluate their fulfilment
• you are able to apply theoretical social and education service knowledge to client work and your own actions
Content
• a practical training period in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
• dialogical interaction with and counselling client
• setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
• familiarising yourself with the operating environment of the training unit and placing it within the service system
• reflecting on whether the principles of professional ethics are fulfilled
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Project internship in client work, you can start Client work internship.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 28.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 20.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Jaana Koskela
- Katri Viippo
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• you obtain knowledge of the everyday lives and challenges of the social service client groups
• you know how to apply the principles of sustainability in your work
• you master the basics of professional interaction in the work of social service professionals and know how to meet clients
• you are able to work in teams and participate in project planning and implementation responsibly
• you know how to act in the event of accidents, seizures and smaller accidents at home or outside work
Content
• the principles of client work in social services
• professional interaction and counselling in client work
• theories on and counselling of groups
• the principles, structure and phases of project work
• implementing a project
• basic first aid skills
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 14.11.2024
Timing
14.11.2024 - 20.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Marika Kouki
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTS24
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 21.10.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 26.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSS24V
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.10.2024
Timing
29.10.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
• you recognise individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education
• you can describe the developmental tasks of different life phases
• you are familiar with theories on education, development and learning
Content
• the biological, psychological and social development of human beings
• the developmental tasks and challenges of different life phases: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age
• the psychosocial basis of education and supporting individuals’ growth and socialisation process
• early interaction and parent-infant bonding
• the ethical dimension of education
Materials
Exam material:
Lectures +
Lifespan development: a psychological perspective. 2019. Lally, M. & Valentine-French, S., Second edition. E-book available at http://dept.clcillinois.edu/psy/LifespanDevelopment.pdf
Chapter 1: Introduction to Lifespan Development, p. 9-24
Chapter 4: Early Childhood, p. 115-163
Chapter 6: Adolescence, p. 215-245
Chapter 8: Middle Adulthood, p. 307-370
Chapter 9: Late adulthood, p. 371-438
Exam schedules
Course exam 10.12.2024 at 10.15 - 12:00.
Re-examinations will be held in January 2025.
Content scheduling
Tuesdays Weeks 44-50
Week 44
Tue 29.10.2024
10.15 -11.15 Course info and introduction to lifespan development (KP)
12.15 -15.30 Holistic development: biosocial, cognitive and psychosocial processes. (KP)
Week 45
Tue 5.11.2024
10.15 - 14.00 Childhood (KP)
14.00 - 15.30 Group work (teachers present)
Week 46
Tue 12.11.2024
9.30 - 11.00 Group work
12.00 - 15.00 Adolescence (X)
Week 47
Tue 19.11.2024
9.15 - 12.00 Adulthood (X)
13.00 - 14.30 Group work (teachers present)
Week 48
Tue 26.11.2024
9.30 - 11.00 Group work
12.00 - 15.00 Late Adulthood (X)
Week 49
Independent work
Week 50
10.12.2024
10.15 - 12.00 Course exam (KP)
13.00 - 15.30 Group presentations on study assignment (KP & X)
Kindly be advised that attendance at all group meetings is mandatory. While one absence due to illness or other valid reasons is permissible, in such instances, the student is required to coordinate with either the group or the teacher to arrange additional tasks to make up for the missed session.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Student has not gained understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education, developmental tasks of different life phases or theories on education, development and learning.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Student has some understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education.
Student has some understanding on developmental tasks of different life phases. Student is able to find some connections between different life phases, development tasks and the abilities to tackle these development challenges.
Student has some understanding on theories on education, development and learning.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Student has understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education.
Student has understanding on developmental tasks of different life phases. Student is able to find connections between different life phases, development tasks and the abilities to tackle these development challenges.
Student has understanding on theories on education, development and learning and is able to find connections between these aspects.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student has deep understanding on individual and environmental factors that affect people’s growth, development and education.
Student has deeper understanding on developmental tasks of different life phases. Student is able to find connections between different life phases, development tasks and the abilities to tackle these development challenges.
Student has deep understanding on theories on education, development and learning and is able to find connections between these aspects.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 02.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 01.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 10.09.2024
Timing
10.09.2024 - 08.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 28.10.2024
Timing
28.10.2024 - 16.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katriina Vesanen
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
The aim of the course is to activate and develop the students’ field-relevant English language and communication skills. The students will gain professional skills in various spoken and written communicative situations encountered in working life and society. In addition, they will learn to utilize tools and techniques to further develop their skills in authentic, field-specific contexts. More specifically, students will focus on developing their language and communication skills in.
Upon completing the course, the students should have acquired skills to communicate at level B2 according to European Framework of Reference for Languages, which states that at B2-level students should be able to produce clear, coherent and well-structured texts, present detailed descriptions related to one’s field of interest, express and exchange opinions using fluent language, follow complex arguments, and read longer articles and reports.
Content
- writing professional, field-specific texts
- presenting and discussing field-specific topics in a professional manner
- reading field-specific texts and utilizing the information in professional contexts
- learning and using key terminology of their field
- becoming professional, autonomous language users in working life
Materials
Course.material will be available on Itslearning. No material costs for the students.
Exam schedules
No final exam, the course assessment is based on the graded assignments implemented partly independently, partly on campus. All course assignments need to be passed to get the final course grade (0-5).
Independent and group work in itslearning: Pass/Fail
Presentation 0-5
Written test 0-5
Content scheduling
NB! Some of the lessons are held in Zoom (the link will be provided later and some of the lessons are held on campus. The detailed information will be updated and sent to you vie emai and infromed in itslearning course space.
Course content:
• Personal learning goals and needs, language level, studies and professional profile
• Communication needed in client situations
• Professional vocabulary
• Field-related topics; texts and discussion
• Reading and summarizing field-related articles
• Spoken presentation
• Self-reflection
Further information
Itslearning messaging is used for course specific communication. For urgent messages, please use email. Additional support and guidance meetings can be arranged in Teams if necessary.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The course will be graded on a scale 0-5. Please, see the criteria below and in itslearning.
In addition to the teacher's feedback, the student will provide and receive peer feedback.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student does not perform adequately on the course, or terminates the course.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student's production is inconsistent and sometimes hard to follow. However, the student knows the basic, most central vocabulary of their field, and can use it in their speech and writing. There are mistakes in the student's production related to structure and vocabulary, which influence the understandability. The message is conveyed in both spoken and written production despite the mistakes. The student does not participate very actively to the teaching. However, all the required assignments are submitted.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student's language use is appropriate, logical, clear and mostly fluent. Their speech and writing is easy to follow. The student knows professional vocabulary and can use it to their advantage in writing. Mistakes might occur from time to time in both speech and writing, but they do not affect the understandability. The student has followed instructions in their productions and their performance is professional. The student also participates actively to teaching and interactional situations. The required assignments are submitted and done well.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student's language use is versatile, skilled, appropriate and incisive in both written and spoken productions. Their speech and writing is pleasant to follow. Their knowledge of the professional vocabulary is excellent and they can routinely use it to their advantage in their productions. The student is a skilled participant in interactional situations and is excited to participate in them. Both their spoken and written productions consist of diverse structures. The student has been an active participant on the course and their productions show an excellent readiness to use language.
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 30.11.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
01.01.2025 - 30.06.2025
Timing
01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
15.08.2024 - 26.08.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 30.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Content scheduling
Course meetings and independent work days on Mondays during weeks 35 - 43
week 35 starting on 26.8: intorductory material in ITS learning space.
2.9. at 9.30 - 14.30
9.9. at 9.30 - 14.30
16.9. at 9.30 - 14.30
23.9. independent learning, no classes on campus
30.9. independent learning, no classes on campus
7.10. at 9.30 - 14.30 presentations
14.10. independent learning, no classes on campus
21.10. at 9.30 - 15.30 presentations
DL for essays is 29.11.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Marika Kouki
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTS24
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS24V
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 17.09.2024
Timing
10.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
• you understand aspects of citizens’ well-being and social problems
• you are familiar with societal and global challenges to well-being
• you are able to examine sustainability from different perspectives (ecological, economic, social and cultural)
• you are familiar with the history, functioning and tasks of welfare society and the welfare state
Content
• changes in welfare society and the welfare state
• welfare theories, measuring well-being, perceived well-being, quality of life
• social problems, social deprivation and marginalisation
Materials
Course materials:
Pesonen, P. and Riihinen, O., 2002. Dynamic Finland: The Political System and the Welfare State. Helsinki: Finnish Literature Society.
Chapters:
2 Pathways to Modern Finland pages 20-54
3 Finnish Nationalism pages 55-65
5 Civil Society pages 86-111
13 Law and Order and Public Control pages 201- 210
14 Materialization of Values and Goals pages 211-245
The teaching material given by the teachers.
Exam schedules
Course exam 22.10.2024 09:00 - 10:30
Course re-take exam Tue 29.10.2023 15:00 - 16:30
Course retake exam
Student workload
Lectures 1 op
Group work 2 op
Exam 2 op
Pesonen, P. and Riihinen, O., 2002. Dynamic Finland: The Political System and the Welfare State. Helsinki: Finnish Literature Society.
Chapters:
2 Pathways to Modern Finland pages 20-54
3 Finnish Nationalism pages 55-65
5 Civil Society pages 86-111
13 Law and Order and Public Control pages 201- 210
14 Materialization of Values and Goals pages 211-245
The teaching material given by the teachers.
Content scheduling
On Tuesdays, Weeks 37-43
Kaija Penttala (responsible teacher)
Heidi Ristseppä
Week 37
Tue 10.9.2024
10:15 - 11:00 Introduction to the course and the group assignment instructions (KP)
12:00 - 16.00 Theories of the welfare state. Well-being theories. (KP)
Week 38
Tue 17.9.2024
10.30 - 14:00 Measuring well-being, well-being research (KP)
14-15.30 Group work, teachers involved Kaija´s groups on campus
Heidi´s group on zoom: 8.15-10.30 group 1: 8.15-9.15, group 2: 9.30-10.30
Week 39
Tue 24.9.2024
9.00-11.30 Sustainability, daily life and well-being (HR)
12:30 - 14:00 Marginalization and inequality (HR)
14:00-16.00 Group work, teachers involved, Heidi´s groups on campus, Kaija´s groups on zoom
Week 40
Tue 1.10.2024
12:00 - 13:30 Independent group work
Week 41
Tue 8.10.2024 Independent studying
Week 42
Tue 15.10.2024
12-13.30 Independent group work
Week 43
Tue 22.10.2024
09:00 - 10:30 Course exam (HR)
12:00 - 15:00 Group presentations (HR & KP)
Week 44
Tue 29.10.2023
15:00 - 16:30 Course re-take exam (KP)
Changes are possible.
Please note: Participation in all group meetings is compulsory.
Course materials:
Pesonen, P. and Riihinen, O., 2002. Dynamic Finland: The Political System and the Welfare State. Helsinki: Finnish Literature Society.
Chapters:
2 Pathways to Modern Finland pages 20-54
3 Finnish Nationalism pages 55-65
5 Civil Society pages 86-111
13 Law and Order and Public Control pages 201- 210
14 Materialization of Values and Goals pages 211-245
The teaching material given by the teachers.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 05.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Henri Aho
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Materials
Information skills -course: Library's Information and Research Guides, https://libguides.turkuamk.fi/informationandresearchguides
Exam material:
Bhattacherjee, A. (2012) Social Science Research: Principles, Methods, and Practices.
Online: https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1002&context=oa_textbooks.
Teaching methods
- Participation in online and onsite teaching
- Study assignments
- Exam
Exam schedules
Exam
First retake exam
Second retake exam
International connections
- Online and onsite teaching
- Group work
- Individual work
Student workload
- Individual study assignments
- Exam
Content scheduling
Thu 5.9.24 on 9.30 - 12.30 / AL
Thu 12.9.24 on 9.30 - 12.30 / AL, HA
Thu 26.9.24 on 9.30 - 12.30 / AL, HA
Thu 3.10.24 on 9.30 - 12.30 / TS
Thu on 24.10. 24 on 9.30 - 12.30 / TS
Thu on 31.10.24 on 9.30 - 12.30 / TS
Thu 7.11.24 on 9.30 - 11.30 Exam / AL, TS
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Basics of Research 2 cr:
- Study Assignment: pass / fail
- Exam: 1-5, 0 = failed, 5 = excellent
The final grade of the course is based on the exam grade.
Information Technology 2 cr:
- Assessment: approved / failed
- Criteria for approval:at least 50 % of the assignments must be completed succesfully.
Info skills online course 1 cr:
- Assessment: passed / failed
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
- information technology: you are not able to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life in basic level or use some required tools
- information search: you have not acquired the basic knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you have not developed information search skills
- research orientation: you are not familiar with some basic themes of research activities and are not able to use research data related to your field
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
- information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life in basic level and use some required tools
- information search: you have basic knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you have developed some information search skills
- research orientation: you are familiar with some basic themes of research activities and know in basic level how to use research data related to your field
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
- information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
- information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
- research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
- information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life, you are able to work fluently with required software
- information search: you have deep knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you have developed independent information search skills
- research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities in deeper level and know how to use research data related to your field. You have deeper understanding on research process and activities on your field. You are able to interpret and analyse research reports.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 100
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSTK23
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with central concepts in research, development and innovation
• you are able to solve problems innovatively and carry out networked operations in the development of social and related services
• you know how to develop the methods, work practices and service processes of client work in collaboration with other operators
• you are able to design, implement and evaluate development projects and apply research and development methods to the development of work practices
• you are able to comply with research and development ethics principles and guidelines
• you are able to evaluate the reliability and benefits of research and development
Content
´• the research and development process
• quantitative and qualitative research, research data collection and analysis methods
• development methods, materials and data
• literature review
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 26.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 75
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you can identify a person in crisis and their need for help
• you are familiar with the basics of short-term crisis intervention models
• you know how to act supportively with a seriously traumatised person as part of a multi-professional team
Content
• short-term crisis interventions and their implementation
• the support process for seriously traumatised people
• the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and helping people who suffer from
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 22.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are able to identify societal, ecological and cultural factors behind international migration and refugeeship
• you are able to reflect on your own values, attitudes and prejudices
• you are able to collaborate with people from different cultures
• you know how to promote the equal treatment of people and act against racism and discrimination
• you know how to support the integration and agency of immigrants and immigrant families and groups
• you understand gender diversity and the importance of gender sensitivity in your work
Content
• the concept of culture, its levels and dimensions
• cultural competence and multicultural counselling competence
• global responsibility and human rights
• Finnish immigration policies, the asylum process and the service system that supports integration
• legislation concerning immigration, discrimination and equality
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
09.01.2024 - 30.09.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
94 % Contact teaching, 6 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Laura Närvi
- Katariina Felixson
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
· you develop your expertise in social and education services
· you internalise the values that guide social and education services, as well as the principles of professional ethics and sustainability
· you master service counselling and apply a preventive and solution-oriented approach to your work
· you know how to use various client work methods in individual and group counselling
· you are able to plan, implement, document and evaluate the phases of a goal-oriented client process in a client-oriented manner
· you are able work as a social and education service expert in multi-professional teams and networks
Content
· working as a social service professional at a workplace you have chosen based on your personal study plan
· observing, counselling and supporting clients, paying attention to social inclusion
· working as a member of a work team and community
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· developing the operating culture of the training place in collaboration with the other employees
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Internship in demanding client work / immediate management, you can start Internship in expanded competence.
Enrollment
16.12.2023 - 01.10.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
94 % Contact teaching, 6 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
· you develop your expertise in social and education services
· you internalise the values that guide social and education services, as well as the principles of professional ethics and sustainability
· you master service counselling and apply a preventive and solution-oriented approach to your work
· you know how to use various client work methods in individual and group counselling
· you are able to plan, implement, document and evaluate the phases of a goal-oriented client process in a client-oriented manner
· you are able work as a social and education service expert in multi-professional teams and networks
Content
· working as a social service professional at a workplace you have chosen based on your personal study plan
· observing, counselling and supporting clients, paying attention to social inclusion
· working as a member of a work team and community
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· developing the operating culture of the training place in collaboration with the other employees
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Internship in demanding client work / immediate management, you can start Internship in expanded competence.
Enrollment
15.04.2025 - 31.08.2026
Timing
01.05.2025 - 31.12.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
· you develop your expertise in social and education services
· you internalise the values that guide social and education services, as well as the principles of professional ethics and sustainability
· you master service counselling and apply a preventive and solution-oriented approach to your work
· you know how to use various client work methods in individual and group counselling
· you are able to plan, implement, document and evaluate the phases of a goal-oriented client process in a client-oriented manner
· you are able work as a social and education service expert in multi-professional teams and networks
Content
· working as a social service professional at a workplace you have chosen based on your personal study plan
· observing, counselling and supporting clients, paying attention to social inclusion
· working as a member of a work team and community
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· developing the operating culture of the training place in collaboration with the other employees
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Internship in demanding client work / immediate management, you can start Internship in expanded competence.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 23.08.2024
Timing
23.08.2024 - 18.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you establish your approach to work that supports children and their families
• you know your role in multi-professional work with children and families
• you understand the importance of documentation in child protection
• you know how to promote your well-being at work
Content
• positive recognition
• supportive education and care
• restriction decisions in child protection
• documentation of client work
• vicarious traumatisation and work fatigue
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
29.08.2024 - 24.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you establish your approach to work that supports children and their families
• you know your role in multi-professional work with children and families
• you understand the importance of documentation in child protection
• you know how to promote your well-being at work
Content
• positive recognition
• supportive education and care
• restriction decisions in child protection
• documentation of client work
• vicarious traumatisation and work fatigue
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 02.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 30.09.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you understand the basic concepts of inclusive early childhood education
• you understand the characteristics of children’s development and their variation
• you know how to support children in social and psychological problems
• you understand the importance of early support for the overall well-being of children and know how to plan support measure with the day care team and guardians
Content
• supporting children’s psychosocial development
• creating a learning environment that supports children’s development (psychological, physical and social)
• challenging educational situations and tutoring interaction
• emotional education and children’s peer relationships
• collaboration with parents and other experts
Teaching methods
Individual work, pair work, group work
Literature-based, lecture-based and learning assignment-based work
Student workload
Contact teaching 1 ECT
Interview assignment and case assignment 2 ECTS
Theoretical essay 2 ECTS
Content scheduling
Teacher:
Tiina Suni (TS)
Teaching on Mondays, weeks 36-40.
Teaching in English at Salo campus.
Mon 2.9.2024 9:30 - 13:30 (TS)
Course info and study assignments
Inclusion and early support in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC)
Planning support measures in ECEC
Mon 9.9.2024 9:30 - 13:30
Cooperation with the guardians in support measures
Cross-sectoral cooperation
Mon 16.9.2024 9:30 - 13:30 (TS)
Supporting children’s emotional skills and social development
Mon 23.9.2024 9:30-14:30 (TS)
Supporting language and linguistic abilities
Challenging educational situations and tutoring interaction
Mon 30.9.2024 9:30 - 13:30
Reflection on course assignments, course end and feedback
Presence in contact teaching is mandatory. In case of absence, compensative assignment must be completed (instructions in Itslearning). Max. absence is 50 % of the contact teaching.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Theoretical essay assignment in pairs (F-5)
- first submission 7.10.2024
- second submission 21.10.2024
Other assignments approved / failed
All the assignments must be completed to pass the course.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Student does not achieve the criteria of level 1.
Student has not participated in contact teaching according to the requirements.
Student has not completed all the learning assignments of the course.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
• you understand the basic concept of inclusive early childhood education
• you understand some of the characteristics of children’s development
• you have some understanding on how to support children in social and psychological problems
• you understand in some level the importance of early support
• you know at some extend how to plan support measure with the day care team and guardians
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
• you understand well the basic concept of inclusive early childhood education
• you understand the characteristics of children’s development and their variation
• you have proper understanding on how to support children in social and psychological problems
• you understand the importance of early support for the overall well-being of children
• you know how to plan support measure with the day care team and guardians
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
• you understand deeply the concept of inclusive early childhood education
• you understand all the characteristics of children’s development and their variation
• you have deep understanding on how to support children in social and psychological problems and you can apply this knowledge in practice
• you understand in deep level the importance of early support for the overall well-being of children
• you know how to plan support measure with the day care team and guardians and are able to plan, implement and evaluate the actions from the perspective of your professional role
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 01.10.2024
Timing
01.10.2024 - 05.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you understand the basic concepts of inclusive early childhood education
• you understand the characteristics of children’s development and their variation
• you know how to support children in social and psychological problems
• you understand the importance of early support for the overall well-being of children and know how to plan support measure with the day care team and guardians
Content
• supporting children’s psychosocial development
• creating a learning environment that supports children’s development (psychological, physical and social)
• challenging educational situations and tutoring interaction
• emotional education and children’s peer relationships
• collaboration with parents and other experts
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 25.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you are able to identify the special needs of children in foster care
• you learn ways to work with traumatised children
• you understand the therapeutic benefits of everyday routines in the life of children in foster care
• you know how to work with children using different working methods
Content
• the well-being of children in foster care, children’s needs, parent-infant bonding disorders and traumas
• therapeutic foster care
• neuropsychiatric challenges
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 24.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Noora Kumpulainen
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you are able to identify the special needs of children in foster care
• you learn ways to work with traumatised children
• you understand the therapeutic benefits of everyday routines in the life of children in foster care
• you know how to work with children using different working methods
Content
• the well-being of children in foster care, children’s needs, parent-infant bonding disorders and traumas
• therapeutic foster care
• neuropsychiatric challenges
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 30.11.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Laura Närvi
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 25.08.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 15.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS23EN
-
PSOSS22EN
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are familiar with various operating environments and methods of nature- and environment-based activities
• you are familiar with nature-based counselling and client work, and the principles of respecting the environment that guide them
• you understand the meaning of nature in supporting well-being, and you are aware of your own relationship with nature
• you know how to plan, implement and assess nature- and environment-based activities in a client-based and goal-oriented way
Content
• the health and welfare effects of nature
• the operating environments of nature- and environment-based activities
• different nature- and environment-based activities, mindfulness skills in relation to nature
• activities in a natural environment, experiences and adventures in various environments
• taking care of nature as a therapeutic activity
Materials
All materials in itslearning
Teaching methods
Individual study
Small group work
Lectures (in english)
Learning assignments (instructions and retunr both in english and finnish)
International connections
Activity based learning
Student workload
Lectures and independent work 2 ECTS
Assignments 3 ECTS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Criteria for approved accomplishment of the course:
- participation in teaching
- completing and passing the study assignments
- achieving the following competence objectives in sufficient level:
• you are familiar with operating environments and methods of nature- and environment-based activities
• you are familiar with nature-based counselling and client work, and the principles of respecting the environment that guide them
• you understand the meaning of nature in supporting well-being
• you are aware of your own relationship with nature
• you know how to plan, implement and assess nature- and environment-based activities in a client-based and goal-oriented way
Criteria for failed grade:
- participation in teaching is missing or
- study assignments are failed or
- student does not achieve the above mentioned competence objectives in sufficient level
Content scheduling
Responsible teacher / Vastuuopettaja: Olli Toivonen
This course is in english assignmetn instructions and return can be made in english or finnish
Course schedule (see also in Peppi):
Mon 26.8.2024 15:00 - 18:00 Course start: independent work on pre-assignment.
Mon 2.9.2024 15:00 - 18:00 Course info, discussion on pre-assignment and lecture on nature-based activities and nature well-being (Olli Toivonen, XX)
Mon 9.9.2024 15:00 - 18:00 Different environments and methods & adventure activities (OT)
Mon 16.9.2024 15:00 - 18:00 Nature materials
Mon 23.9.2024 15.00-18.00 Independent/group work on study assignments
Mon 30.9.2024 15:00 - 18:00 Study assignment implementation: nature-oriented activities in small groups (location: Kupittaa park, Turku)
Mon 7.10.2024 15.00-18.00 Independent/group work: excursion to nature-based animal-assisted activities and report on the visit
Mon 14.10.2024 15:00 - 18:00 Independent work: excursion to nature-based animal-assisted activities and report on the visit
Mon 21.10.2024 15:00 - 18:00 City adventure
Mon 28.10.2024 15:00 - 18:00 Nature well-being in practice (short hike in nature)
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Evaluation of the course: approved / failed
100% participation in teaching (one absence can be compensated with assignments)
Assignments: All study assignments must be submitted and approved according to the course timetable. All study assignments are evaluated on scale approved / failed. Approved accomplishment: all the required perspectives are included in the assignment and the length of the assignment meets the minimum length mentioned in the assignment.
Assignments of the course (can change before start of the course):
1) pre-assignment
2) reflective learning diary
3) nature-based activity plan & implementation of the plan for small group
4) excursion visit to animal-assisted activities and report on the visit
5) nature- or environment-based activity plan targeted at a certain customer group
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Mira Lehti
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.08.2024
Timing
30.08.2024 - 30.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Mira Lehti
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 21.08.2024
Timing
28.08.2024 - 20.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Mira Lehti
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 28.08.2024
Timing
28.08.2024 - 15.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Mira Lehti
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you are able to work in multi-professional teams, work communities and operating environments
• you have first-line management skills
• you are familiar with labour legislation concerning management
• you are able to evaluate your management skills from the perspective of different client groups and well-being at work
• you understand workplace communication as a whole and its relation to first-line management, and you can strategically plan communications
Content
• contemporary management and organisational theories
• first-line management of welfare services and its characteristics
• legislation concerning first-line management
• work community management in practice
• work community skills that promote the well-being of the community
• workplace communications as a whole and its different areas, communication culture, management communications and communication strategies
Content scheduling
In autumn semester teaching is on Wednesdays. during weeks 35 - 44 in SALO IOT Campus
28.8. at 9.30 -14.30 Orientation: objectives,course timetable, contents and assignments at 9.30 - 14.30 (PM)
4.9.at 9.30 - 14.30 Organization and culture, organizational skills and roles (PM)
11.9. at 9.30 - 14.30 Basics of management (ML)
18.9. at 9.30 - 14.30 Organizational communication (PM)
25.9. at 9.30 - 14.30 Legislation and responsibilities (ML)
2.10. Independent work, no lectures
9.10. at 9.30 - 11.30 Legislation assignments (ML) + independent work at 12.00-14.30
16.10. Independent work, no lectures
23.10.at 9.30 - 14.30 Presentations (ML, PM)
30.10. independent work, no lectures
Dead line for reports is 1.11.2024
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
29.08.2024 - 10.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you are familiar with societal, social and individual processes behind ageing and factors that affect them, and you are able to inform various operators about the life situations and needs of the elderly to support their decision making
• you are familiar with the legislation and ethical principles concerning this area of social work, and you know how to apply them in your work
• you know the ways of organising and producing services and how they are controlled and supervised in the public, private and third sectors
• you understand the importance of living and operating environments in ageing and everyday life
• you know how to use preventive work and early support approaches and are able to identify protective and risk factors to well-being
• you know how to support the social inclusion and impact opportunities of the elderly
Content
· ageing as an individual, societal and cultural phenomenon
· the services for the elderly and the ways they are produced
· the social security for the elderly, systematic assessment of service needs and service counselling
· the changes in ageing, functional capacity and resources, assessment of functional capacity and identifying early support needs
· supporting life at home, supporting independent and community-based activities and supporting impact making
· social networks, informal care and special issues of ageing
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 22.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you know how to plan, implement and evaluate an action-based project in your work with young people
• you understand the action-based methods used in work with young people
Content
• various ways of counselling and tutoring
• using action-based methods with young people
• planning, implementation and evaluation of an action-based project with a group of young people
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you identify developmental tasks related to youth and learn different ways of counselling and tutoring young people
• you obtain knowledge of action-based methods that you can use in your work with young people
Content
• youth as a life phase
• the developmental tasks and challenges of youth, including psychosomatic problems, social media, intoxicants and sexuality
• young people as members of society
• collaboration opportunities: introduction to organisations and other operators that work with young people and to various working methods in different operating environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
• you identify developmental tasks related to youth and learn different ways of counselling and tutoring young people
• you obtain knowledge of action-based methods that you can use in your work with young people
Content
• youth as a life phase
• the developmental tasks and challenges of youth, including psychosomatic problems, social media, intoxicants and sexuality
• young people as members of society
• collaboration opportunities: introduction to organisations and other operators that work with young people and to various working methods in different operating environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 25.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 13.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 26.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 20.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 25.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 19.08.2024
Timing
19.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSS21V
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 19.08.2024
Timing
19.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
Objective
Student
- knows how to use the material collection, analysis and reporting methods
- is able to independently write a thesis report.
- is able to utilize domestic and international literature relating to welfare services, social field and its related field
in his/her report.
- takes care of the distribution of the results or outcomes of the thesis.
- knows how to act as an active peer reviewer in a seminar and masters research communication
Content
Content
- report according to the degree programme and the instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences
- presentation of the thesis
- peer feedback
- research communication
- distribution of results or outcome
- oral and written peer evaluation
- research essay
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 18.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are able to solve problems creatively and carry out networked, collaborative research and development of social and education services with various operators
• you are able to write a thesis plan independently and use research and/or development methods to reform work and/or operating practices
• you are able to produce knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and practical instructions
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• the scope of the thesis, its presentation and approval
• writing the thesis plan and its approval
• research communications as part of preparing a thesis
• the commissioner and the contract with the commissioner
• the thesis instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences and the degree programme
• workshop activities, peer feedback and designation of the thesis supervisor
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 17.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are able to solve problems creatively and carry out networked, collaborative research and development of social and education services with various operators
• you are able to write a thesis plan independently and use research and/or development methods to reform work and/or operating practices
• you are able to produce knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and practical instructions
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• the scope of the thesis, its presentation and approval
• writing the thesis plan and its approval
• research communications as part of preparing a thesis
• the commissioner and the contract with the commissioner
• the thesis instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences and the degree programme
• workshop activities, peer feedback and designation of the thesis supervisor
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 11.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Outi Linnossuo
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are able to solve problems creatively and carry out networked, collaborative research and development of social and education services with various operators
• you are able to write a thesis plan independently and use research and/or development methods to reform work and/or operating practices
• you are able to produce knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and practical instructions
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• the scope of the thesis, its presentation and approval
• writing the thesis plan and its approval
• research communications as part of preparing a thesis
• the commissioner and the contract with the commissioner
• the thesis instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences and the degree programme
• workshop activities, peer feedback and designation of the thesis supervisor
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 20.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are able to solve problems creatively and carry out networked, collaborative research and development of social and education services with various operators
• you are able to write a thesis plan independently and use research and/or development methods to reform work and/or operating practices
• you are able to produce knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and practical instructions
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• the scope of the thesis, its presentation and approval
• writing the thesis plan and its approval
• research communications as part of preparing a thesis
• the commissioner and the contract with the commissioner
• the thesis instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences and the degree programme
• workshop activities, peer feedback and designation of the thesis supervisor
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 11.09.2024
Timing
11.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are able to solve problems creatively and carry out networked, collaborative research and development of social and education services with various operators
• you are able to write a thesis plan independently and use research and/or development methods to reform work and/or operating practices
• you are able to produce knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and practical instructions
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• the scope of the thesis, its presentation and approval
• writing the thesis plan and its approval
• research communications as part of preparing a thesis
• the commissioner and the contract with the commissioner
• the thesis instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences and the degree programme
• workshop activities, peer feedback and designation of the thesis supervisor
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 11.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
Objective
• you are able to solve problems creatively and carry out networked, collaborative research and development of social and education services with various operators
• you are able to write a thesis plan independently and use research and/or development methods to reform work and/or operating practices
• you are able to produce knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and practical instructions
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• the scope of the thesis, its presentation and approval
• writing the thesis plan and its approval
• research communications as part of preparing a thesis
• the commissioner and the contract with the commissioner
• the thesis instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences and the degree programme
• workshop activities, peer feedback and designation of the thesis supervisor
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The student may begin writing a thesis when they have completed at least 60 credits in their entirety and both study units of research and development methods. The Development and Research Methods course can also be completed during the same semester as the student starts work on the thesis.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 25.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTS21
-
PSOSS21V
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSK22V
Objective
• you are able to carry out creative research and development that aims for constructive change in collaboration with various operators
• you are able to implement research and/or development in collaboration with a commissioner
• you are able to use your theoretical framework and research and development methods independently to reform operating practices
• you are able to assess knowledge to promote well-being and comply with research and development ethics principles and guidelines
• you know how to communicate about research and give constructive peer feedback
Content
• writing the theoretical framework of the thesis, and writing and presenting the results and/or products
• guidance and support for the thesis work
• giving and receiving peer feedback
• workshop activities
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 26.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
- Sirppa Kinos
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Content scheduling
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Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Teaching methods
Exercises
Independent studying
Blog-writing
Content scheduling
Contact teacher: Susanna Virta
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Weeks 35 - 44
This course consists of independent work and lectures. Students write a blog-writing of the lectures during the course.
Preassignment 27.8
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Lectures
3.9 at 9-14 Introduction to the course; Social-pedagogical approach, inclusion and exclusion (SV): at 12-15 introduction to the RDI project work (RR&SK)
10.9 at 9-14 The levels of inclusion, an individual as a part of their social network (NV)
17.9 at 9-14 Influencing work together with citizens and clients (NV)
24.9 at 9-14 Methods (SV)
8.10.24 9-12 RDI-project check-up (RR&SK)
29.10.24 9-11.30 RDI-project seminar (RR&SK)
Students write a blog-post from the content of the lectures. The blog-post is written by pairs and it will be evaluated with pass /fail.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Blog: approved / have to complete
Project: failed / T1-K5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
- you understand the concepts of social inclusion and community, and the important role they play in people’s well-being
- you know how to promote a sense of community and the inclusion of individuals and groups through different methods
- you are able to view individuals as part of their social network and living environment and use the resources of the network for the benefit of the client
- you know how to perform advocacy in collaboration with residents and clients
- you are familiar with municipalities’ and organisations’ activities to promote health and well-being and to prevent problems related to them, and you know how to use these services
Content
- the levels of social inclusion
- the ways citizens, municipality residents, clients and social service workers can engage in advocacy
- a social pedagogical approach, social inclusion and exclusion
- participatory and collaborative methods such as art-based participatory methods and social network mapping
- regional social work and analysis
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 20.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 28.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Materials
The material for the exam will be given during the classes and will be informed in Its.
Child welfare Act
Social welfare Act § 14-29, § 34-39. This material is included in the course material
Course material
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-disorders
Teaching methods
- Individual preassignments
- teamwork
-lectures
Exam schedules
The exam will be taken place 30.10.24 9-10 in Itslearnig.
The exam will be in english. You have 40 minutes to complete the test.
There is two other changes to pass the exam. The dates are 13.11.2024 and 4.12.2024. from 19-20.
Student workload
-Lectures 1 credit
-Exam 1 credit
- Individual assignments 3 credits
Content scheduling
The course will be held weeks 36-43 in Salo campus on wednesday. Take your laptop with you since it is needed for classwork.
The course will follow a structure such as: to every class there is a preassignment. The assignment needs to be submitted the day before the class to the returnbox in the itslearning base. The preassignments are individual work and everyone submits their personal answer.
Contact teacher: Susanna Virta
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4.9 Preassignment
11.9 at 9.00 - 15.00 Introduction to the course / Niina
18.9 independent task 1 / independent task 2/ mental health problems and services/ Susanna
25.9 at 9.00 - 15.00 mental health problems and services, teaching in campus / Susanna
2.10 independent task Addictions and service system/ Susanna
9.10 at 9.00 - 15.00 addictions, teaching in campus / Susanna
16.10 at 9.00 - 15.00 child protection system, independent task / Niina
23.10 at 9.00 - 15.00 child protection system, teaching in campus / Niina
30.10 at 9.00 - 10.00 exam in Itslearning / Niina
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
To be able to pass this course one needs to participate following rulers: Lectures 100% participation, 50% of the lectures can be replaced with replacemnet homeassignments which are given after the class. All the assignments need to be returned and be completed at the latest by 20.11.2024.
The exam of the course is evaluated failed/ T1-K5
The individual assignments are evaluetd as approved / failed based on the tasks.
No plagiation.
The replacement homeassignments of the missed lecture/ class need to be returned at the latest 20.11.2024.
If the student have not returned all the assignments and possible replacement assignments and/or do not pass the exam, the course will be failed.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 03.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 15.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Susanna Virta
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
· you are familiar with the values that guide child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· you are familiar with factors that support children’s, young people’s and adults’ mental health, and you are able to identify risks related to them
· you are familiar with the Child Welfare Act
· you are able to address and discuss questions related to mental health, substance abuse and child protection needs
· you know how to work with child protection, mental health and substance abuse clients, to guide those who need support to services and to identify the need for urgent help
Content
· ethical and non-stigmatising working methods that support clients’ well-being in child protection and mental health and substance abuse social work
· the most common mental health and substance abuse problems, addiction behaviour and the factors that cause the need for child protection
· addressing and discussing concerns and evaluating the situation
· the child protection process, the services for children, young people and families, and the child’s best interests as a primary consideration
· the mental health and substance abuse service system
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 22.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 30.09.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
• you understand the process of client relationships and are familiar with the phases of the client process
• you are familiar with the process and different models of service counselling
• you know how to assess clients’ need for services and, based on this assessment, plan clients’ service paths and guide them to services
• you are familiar with the objectives of social rehabilitation
• you know the basic concepts and responsibilities of recording client data and know how to record your work with clients
Content
• assessment of clients’ work ability and functional capacity
• the service duties of social welfare
• the rehabilitation service system
• formal recording of client data in social welfare and the governing legislation
• information security and the governing legislation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 05.11.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
AVOSOSERK24V
Objective
• you understand the process of client relationships and are familiar with the phases of the client process
• you are familiar with the process and different models of service counselling
• you know how to assess clients’ need for services and, based on this assessment, plan clients’ service paths and guide them to services
• you are familiar with the objectives of social rehabilitation
• you know the basic concepts and responsibilities of recording client data and know how to record your work with clients
Content
• assessment of clients’ work ability and functional capacity
• the service duties of social welfare
• the rehabilitation service system
• formal recording of client data in social welfare and the governing legislation
• information security and the governing legislation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 04.11.2024
Timing
04.11.2024 - 18.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you understand the importance of educational collaboration with children’s guardians
• you are familiar with the ethical principles and values of early childhood education
• you are familiar with principles of multi-professional collaboration and are able to apply them in your work
• you strengthen your cultural competence
Content
• family-oriented forms of collaboration and dialogue
• addressing difficult issues in challenging situations
• multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• the professional identity of a Bachelor of Social Services in early childhood education
• values and ethics in tutoring practices and the day care operating culture
• guardians from different language and cultural backgrounds as educational partners
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 30.11.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ulla Niittyinperä
Materials
Teacher's materials in itslearning, only in Finnish.
For the exam, the student can also read literature supporting the topic, available only in Finnish.
In English supporting material:
Who's Afraid of AAC? The UK Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Alison Battye
2018
Teaching methods
Online studies, videolectures, independent exercises, exam.
Exam schedules
Nonstop. You can do test, when you have studied the course.
You can do the test as many times you like. You need to have 80 % of the answers right, then the test is accepted. There is four parts in the test.
International connections
The goal of the course is to get students interested about the topic and to actively search information. It is not possible to teach everything about this topic in one course, but the course guides students to seek information from reliable sources and advises a good attitude - everyone has the right to communicate and there are many ways to do so.
The competences for this course are:
Initiative skills = the student is able to tell about different AAC methods in the workplace, showing a model to others.
Creativity = the student knows how to use different methods creatively with individual customers, the student develops the readiness to think differently, the student has a good attitude to experiment and the courage to interact.
Teamwork = the student knows how to cooperate in a multiprofessional team and knows its importance when, for example, applying for communication guidance.
Critical thinking = the student knows how to put himself in the customer's position, the student is able to question many prevailing practices, the student understands the importance of communication and interaction for everyone, including non-speaking (essential language) people.
Network skills = the student knows how to seek advice from multiprofessional networks and organizations, the student knows who to contact when student needs more information.
Completion alternatives
Not available.
Student workload
The course is independent course, you can study it at anytime. You have time to 31.12. to study the course. If you have questions about the course, you can contact to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
The scope of the course is 1 credit, i.e. 27 hours of student work.
Start: info, reading, links, video (1 min), about 1 h
Services: reading, links, video (6 min), assignment, about 2 h
AAC: video (3 min), observation, task, reflection, about 15 min
Easy language: reading, assignments, articles for the exam, about 8.5 hours
Assisted: videos (several, choose a few, 1 h), task, video (2 min), about 1 h
Tools: task, about 1 hour
Symbols: reading, links, task, about 1.25 h
Writing: reading, videos (2 min, 2 min), drawing by yourself, about 15 min
Subjects: reading, video (5 min), about 30 min
Unassisted: reading, assignments, about 30 min
Signs: video (2 min, 2 min, 14 min, 3 min, 4 min), task, video (6 min), about 3 h
Haptics: reading, task, about 30 min
Essential language: reading, video (2 min), about 15 min
Exam: duration 80 min, reading of materials, learning, 7 h
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
80 % answers right
Content scheduling
Nonstop course, in autumn semester from August to December, in spring semester January to July.
Further information
Course do not have open discussions. Questions about the course you can send to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Accepted - Not accepted. Accepted course includes all four tests done and accepted. Study record markings are added in register approximately once in month.
Enrollment
01.01.2025 - 30.06.2025
Timing
01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ulla Niittyinperä
Materials
Teacher's materials in itslearning, only in Finnish.
For the exam, the student can also read literature supporting the topic, available only in Finnish.
In English supporting material:
Who's Afraid of AAC? The UK Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Alison Battye
2018
Teaching methods
Online studies, videolectures, independent exercises, exam.
Exam schedules
Nonstop. You can do test, when you have studied the course.
You can do the test as many times you like. You need to have 80 % of the answers right, then the test is accepted. There is four parts in the test.
International connections
The goal of the course is to get students interested about the topic and to actively search information. It is not possible to teach everything about this topic in one course, but the course guides students to seek information from reliable sources and advises a good attitude - everyone has the right to communicate and there are many ways to do so.
The competences for this course are:
Initiative skills = the student is able to tell about different AAC methods in the workplace, showing a model to others.
Creativity = the student knows how to use different methods creatively with individual customers, the student develops the readiness to think differently, the student has a good attitude to experiment and the courage to interact.
Teamwork = the student knows how to cooperate in a multiprofessional team and knows its importance when, for example, applying for communication guidance.
Critical thinking = the student knows how to put himself in the customer's position, the student is able to question many prevailing practices, the student understands the importance of communication and interaction for everyone, including non-speaking (essential language) people.
Network skills = the student knows how to seek advice from multiprofessional networks and organizations, the student knows who to contact when student needs more information.
Completion alternatives
Not available.
Student workload
The course is independent course, you can study it at anytime. You have time to 31.12. to study the course. If you have questions about the course, you can contact to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
The scope of the course is 1 credit, i.e. 27 hours of student work.
Start: info, reading, links, video (1 min), about 1 h
Services: reading, links, video (6 min), assignment, about 2 h
AAC: video (3 min), observation, task, reflection, about 15 min
Easy language: reading, assignments, articles for the exam, about 8.5 hours
Assisted: videos (several, choose a few, 1 h), task, video (2 min), about 1 h
Tools: task, about 1 hour
Symbols: reading, links, task, about 1.25 h
Writing: reading, videos (2 min, 2 min), drawing by yourself, about 15 min
Subjects: reading, video (5 min), about 30 min
Unassisted: reading, assignments, about 30 min
Signs: video (2 min, 2 min, 14 min, 3 min, 4 min), task, video (6 min), about 3 h
Haptics: reading, task, about 30 min
Essential language: reading, video (2 min), about 15 min
Exam: duration 80 min, reading of materials, learning, 7 h
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
80 % answers right
Content scheduling
Nonstop course, in autumn semester from August to December, in spring semester January to July.
Further information
Course do not have open discussions. Questions about the course you can send to avoinamk@turkuamk.fi
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Accepted - Not accepted. Accepted course includes all four tests done and accepted. Study record markings are added in register approximately once in month.
Enrollment
02.07.2024 - 31.07.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Satu Halonen
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 02.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 75
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSTK23
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS23V
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with the process of planning and establishing a social and education service business
• you master the basics of business development
• you have knowledge of local social and education service businesses
• you participate in the development of social and education service business
Content
• the stages of establishing a business and the basic information an entrepreneur needs
• the business idea, business concept and business plan
• productisation and product development
• networking and collaboration with local social and education service businesses
• the development of your entrepreneurship or a collaborative product development project with a business partner
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 25.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Mira Lehti
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you are familiar with the responsibility of society in promoting citizens’ well-being, and organising social and early childhood education services
• you know how public and private services are produced and developed
• you have an understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education
• you have an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services
Content
• the organisation of public services and different ways of producing them
• the operational and financial planning of public and private services
• the basics of quality control in social and early childhood education services
• social service professionals as entrepreneurs in social and early childhood education services
Materials
The Act on Organising Health Care and Social Welfare Services (612/2021)
Social Welfare Act (1301/2014)
The Act on Surveillance of Social and Health Care Services (741/2023)
Study Material to be Confirmed later
Teaching methods
Conversational lectures
Group assignment
Exam
Exam schedules
Exam 29.11. 9.00 - 12.00
Student workload
Lectures 1 cr
Group assignment 1 cr
Exam 3 cr
Content scheduling
Learning events on weeks 43-50
25.10.24 on 9.00 - 12.00 AM Startup and introduction for the study unit / AL
1.11.24 on 9.00 - 12.00 AM Organization and production of social and education services / ML
8.11.24 on 9.00 - 12.00 AM Standards and monitoring of the social and education services / AL
22.11.24 on 9.00 - 12.00 AM Entrepreneurship / ML
29.11.24 on 9.00 - 12.00 AM Exam
13.12.24 on 9.00 - 12.00 AM Presentations for the group learning tasks and feedback for the exam / AL, ML
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
You have insufficient knowledge on the responsibility of society in promoting social and early childhood education services.
You have not internalised the basic structure of producing public and private services. You can´t mention by name the legislation concerning the services.
You don´t have satisfactory understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education services.
You can´t describe an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
You have basic knowledge of the responsibility of society in promoting social and early childhood education services.
You have internalised and you can satisfactory name the basic structure of producing public and private services. You can mention by name the legislation concerning the services.
You have satisfactory understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education services. You can describe the basic idea of quality control.
You have an overall idea and you can name the basic elements of entrepreneurship in social and early childhood education services.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
You have good knowledge of the responsibility of society in promoting social and early childhood education services.
You can clearly name the basic structure of producing public and private services. You know the content of the legislation concerning the services.
You have a distinct understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education services. It is easy for you to point out quality risks.
You have a distinct idea and you can name crucial elements of entrepreneurship in social and early childhood educational services.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
You have inclusive knowledge of the responsibility of society in promoting social and early childhood education services.
You have many-sided outlook on the structure of producing public and private services. You know the content and some details of the legislation concerning the services.
You have a comprehensive understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education services. It is easy for you to point out and analyse quality risks.
You have a justified idea and you can name crucial elements of entrepreneurship in social and early childhood educational services.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 31.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Mira Lehti
- Juha Knuuttila
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are familiar with the responsibility of society in promoting citizens’ well-being, and organising social and early childhood education services
• you know how public and private services are produced and developed
• you have an understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education
• you have an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services
Content
• the organisation of public services and different ways of producing them
• the operational and financial planning of public and private services
• the basics of quality control in social and early childhood education services
• social service professionals as entrepreneurs in social and early childhood education services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 31.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Mira Lehti
- Juha Knuuttila
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are familiar with the responsibility of society in promoting citizens’ well-being, and organising social and early childhood education services
• you know how public and private services are produced and developed
• you have an understanding of quality control in social welfare and early childhood education
• you have an overall idea of the significance of entrepreneurship in social and education services
Content
• the organisation of public services and different ways of producing them
• the operational and financial planning of public and private services
• the basics of quality control in social and early childhood education services
• social service professionals as entrepreneurs in social and early childhood education services
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Niina Vuoristo
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
PSOSTS24
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Emmi Brunel
- Juha Knuuttila
- Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSS24V
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 31.08.2024
Timing
19.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Salo IoT Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Päivi Myllymäki
- Janina Luoto
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Materials
Materials in itslearning
Individual search for materials
Exam schedules
Group Exam Spring 2025
Individual Exam retake Spring 2025
International connections
Group based learning
Individual reflection
Lectures
Student workload
Lectures and meetings (mandatory partisipation) 1 ETCS
Individual assignments 1 ETCS
Group Exam 1 ETCS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Criteria for approved course
- Student is capable of operate in TUAS systems and understands students role and responsibilities in own studies.
- Student shows understanding of professional work, competences and qualifications of Bachelor of Social Services
- Student knows the basic skills of referencing and academic writing
- All assignments and compensative assignments returned and approved
Content scheduling
This course runs in itselearning under the name Basecamp
Orientation days 19.-21.8.2024 + 29.-30.8.2024:
mon 19.8. klo 10-16: Salo IoT
tue 20.8. klo 9-16: Salon IoT
wed 21.8. klo 9-16: Salo IoT
Thu 29.8. klo 08-16: Turku, Educity
Fri 30.8. klo 08-16: Turku, Educity
Bachelor of Social Services’ Professional Development
Partisipation to BOSS meetings is mandatory. Compensative assignment are given for absence.
wed 11.9. klo 09.30-15.00 BOSS 1: Common study matters, ISP discussion instructions, Competences and qualifications
- 14.15-15.00 FSHS
wed 9.10. 9.30-15.00 Essay instructions and other
wed 13.11. klo 13.30-15.00 Optional meeting, mandatory for late comers
wed 18.12. 12.30-16.00 Enrollments for Spring 2025 and seasonal program and greetings
Spring 2025 (updated later):
Spring 2025 Study info; info: applying for training placements; individual assignment
Spring 2025 Group Exam
Spring 2025 Portfolio presentations, Finishing spring semester
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Partisipation
Essay and assignments
Exam
Digistart
Enrollment
11.07.2024 - 03.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 31.05.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSLS24E
Objective
• you know how to operate as a student in Turku University of Applied Sciences, and you have sufficient higher education studies and working life skills
• you integrate into your study community
• you are able to evaluate your actions and take responsibility for your learning
• you are familiar with the curriculum of the Bachelor of Social Services degree, the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services, and the operating environments of and qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• you can express yourself in writing and use different text types appropriately
• you understand the significance of internationality in your field
Content
• the facilities, systems and instructions of Turku University of Applied Sciences (incl. the degree regulations and safety instructions), the Digistartti course
• team building, the rules of your study group and being a member of a work and study community
• studying skills and innovation pedagogy
• the competence requirements for Bachelors of Social Services and the qualification criteria for social and education service professionals
• preparation of your personal study plan (PSP), the significance of your choices with respect to your career plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
• working on your portfolio
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 18.09.2024
Timing
18.09.2024 - 31.05.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSS23V
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 31.10.2024
Timing
10.09.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• you strengthen your identity as a social and education service professional, you develop your self-knowledge, thinking skills and self-reflection skills, and you identify your strengths, competences and development needs
• you take care of your well-being and that of your study community
• you are able to update your personal study plan
Content
• strengthening of your self-knowledge
• life management skills and well-being in studies
• updating your personal study plan and development discussions with your tutor teacher
Materials
All materials in itslearning
Teaching methods
Group work
Learning assignments
International connections
Independent work
Group based learning
Student workload
Meetings and assignments 1 ETCS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved course:
- student partisipates in meetings
- student is able to plan and discuss personal studies
- student is able to reflect personal skills and own well-being
Content scheduling
Teachers:
Kaija Penttala
Olli Toivonen
BOSS 2 meetings in Salo Campus:
Mandatory partisipation, compensative assigments if absent
AUTUMN 2024
10.9. klo 13.00-14.30 BOSS2 meeting
27.11. klo 12.30-14.00 BOSS 2
18.12. klo 12.30-14.00 BOSS 2 Seasonal program together with PSOSS22EN and PSOSS24EN
Note that Client Work Training course meetings are on the same dates!
SPRING 2025 schedule is published later
Themes for the meetings are visible in itslearning
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignment approved / failed
Partisipation in meetings or compensative
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Failed course:
- student does not partisipate in meetings
- student does not return given assignments or fails to meet their targets
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
- Laura Närvi
- Anssi Lähde
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
• you complete your studies
• you know your strengths, competences and development needs
• you know how to enhance your employment abilities and advertise your expertise
• you know the rules of working life and are able to follow them
• you are aware of further and continuing education opportunities
Content
• development discussions with your tutor teacher
• the process of graduation
• reflective work on your portfolio
• innovation competences and self-assessment
• career planning and job search
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 01.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Sirppa Kinos
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you complete your studies
• you know your strengths, competences and development needs
• you know how to enhance your employment abilities and advertise your expertise
• you know the rules of working life and are able to follow them
• you are aware of further and continuing education opportunities
Content
• development discussions with your tutor teacher
• the process of graduation
• reflective work on your portfolio
• innovation competences and self-assessment
• career planning and job search
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 17.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you complete your studies
• you know your strengths, competences and development needs
• you know how to enhance your employment abilities and advertise your expertise
• you know the rules of working life and are able to follow them
• you are aware of further and continuing education opportunities
Content
• development discussions with your tutor teacher
• the process of graduation
• reflective work on your portfolio
• innovation competences and self-assessment
• career planning and job search
Teaching methods
Group learning
Individual assignments
Exam schedules
Portfolio at the end of studies
Assignments
Student workload
Assignments and meetings 1 ETCS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved course:
- student shows understanding of future work opportunities and is able to plan own career
- Student is able to plan study process in the end of studies
- Student understand the process in graduation from TUAS
- Student is able to reflect own learning and studies, skills in career planning and work life and present it to other students and/or teacher
Content scheduling
This course runs in itslearning Basecamp
Mandatory partisipation, compensative assigments if absent
17.9. klo 12.30-16.00 BOSS 3
18.12. klo 9.30-14.00 BOSS 3 (12.30-14.00 Joint program with 23EN)
Spring 2025
2 Meeting, schedule later
Fall 2025
1-2 Meetings
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignment approved / failed
Partisipation in meetings or compensative
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 12.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riia Lamminmäki
Groups
-
PSOSS24ENDegree Programme in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, S24
Objective
The objective of the course is to give the student basic knowledge in Finnish language at the CEFR level A1.
The student is able to use most important expressions in common everyday situations.
Content
After passing the course the student is able to
- tell about his or her life, hobbies and studies orally and in written
- Manage short discussions in common everyday situations
- ask questions and make suggestions, requests and denials
- read short texts and gain information from e.g. instructions and schedules.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 31.08.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 01.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riia Lamminmäki
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
The objective of the course is to give the student intermediate level knowledge in Finnish language at the CEFR level B1.
The student is able to maintain interaction in quite a wide range of communication situations. The student is able to communicate familiar things and to express oneself also in some unforeseen situations.
Content
After passing the course the student is able to
- understand clearly spoken common language when the subject relates to familiar things such as work, school or leisure
- discuss topics that he/she is interested in and topics that are related to everyday life and current affairs
- describe experiences and events, as well as dreams and goals
- justify and explain, at least briefly, his/her own opinions and plans
- write unified text on familiar topics e.g. in letters, stories and messages
- use a fairly wide everyday vocabulary and some common phrases and idioms
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Participation in the course requires at least proficiency level A2 in Finnish.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSTS24
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 03.09.2024
Timing
10.09.2024 - 19.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Päivi Myllymäki
Groups
-
PSOSS24V
Objective
The student is able to act in a purposeful way in communicating and interacting in working life situations. He/she is able to take into consideration the receiver, the situation and the demands of the field and to communicate in an analytical, understandable and convincing manner.
The student is able and willing to develop his/her skills in the Finnish language and communication as part of his/her professional competence.
Content
Students know how to
-interpret the professional texts in their own field as part of information literacy skills and use their skills in new, different situations (for instance, text analysis and summary)
-write factual, consistent and understandable texts (for instance, small scale studies, reports, essays, professional presentations using source material) and to give references to sources according to given instructions (the basics of research communication)
-use up-to-date tools as support for their own linguistic ability in proof-reading (central contents in correcting language and text)
-act in a professional way in the verbal communication situations in working life, and to prepare for diverse speaking situations in a purposeful way (i.e. with the help of situation analysis and analysis plan)
-express themselves clearly using visual aids and by using language appropriate to the situation
-assess their own communication skills (the language and structure of spoken and written language, factors affecting readability and understandability, the effectiveness of the message)and to give and receive constructive criticism
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2024 - 28.08.2024
Timing
28.08.2024 - 04.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Location-independent
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Svenska
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ann-Katrin Tyni-Nummelin
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
The student can communicate orally in different work-life situations.
Content
The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2024 - 28.08.2024
Timing
28.08.2024 - 04.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Campus
Location-independent
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Svenska
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Ann-Katrin Tyni-Nummelin
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
The student can communicate in writing in different work-life situations.
Content
The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 28.08.2024
Timing
28.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
56 - 65
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
Groups
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are able to apply your project work, management, research and development, and entrepreneurship knowledge and skills in a practical working life project
• you are able to work as a responsible member of a project team
• you are able to collaborate with different stakeholders and partners
• you are able to communicate and report the different stages and results of your project
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
• project planning, launch, implementation and evaluation
• preparing a project plan
• preparing a project report
Content scheduling
Integration 2024 tapahtuman järjestämiseen osallistuville opiskelijoille toimeksiantajan infotilaisuus keskiviikkona 4.9.24 klo 13-15. Maahanmuuttoasiantuntija Päivi Ruotsala (Varsinais-Suomen ELY- keskus) ja tapahtumatuottaja Christina Piirainen. Paikka ICT City B4044 Sisu (B-siipi 4. krs). Vince-hanke /SK.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
- Tanja Vienonen
Groups
-
PSOSTS24
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 03.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kirsi Mononen
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSS24V
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.07.2024 - 31.07.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
5 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kirsi Mononen
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
Groups
-
PSOSLS24E
Objective
• information technology: you know how to use information technology required in your UAS studies and working life
• information search: you have knowledge of key domestic and international information sources, and you develop independent information search skills
• research orientation: you are familiar with the basics of research activities and know how to use research data related to your field
Content
• information technology: introduction to information and communication technologies, usernames and passwords, internet, email, files and online learning environments, word processing and spreadsheets
• information search: introduction to Turku University of Applied Sciences’ library and information services
• research orientation: research and development areas in social services, theoretical framework, reporting, research interview, use of references
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 31.10.2024
Timing
31.10.2024 - 12.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you are familiar with approaches to agency and functional capacity with respect to ageing, and you know how to apply them in your work
• you know how to prepare a care and service plan in collaboration with your client and different professional groups
• you are able to use methods of social work with the elderly independently
• you know how to use electric operating environments in your counselling work and help your clients to use digital services
• you are able to evaluate, solve and apply ethical issues in social work with the elderly, respecting your clients
Content
• the assessment and measures of functional capacity
• methods that support agency in social work with the elderly
• special issues and the future of ageing
• ethical issues in social work with the elderly
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 26.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Heidi Ristseppä
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSS23EN
-
PSOSS22EN
-
PSOSTK23
Objective
• you are able to analyse creativity theoretically and as part of humanity
• you are familiar with the meanings of and reasons for creative activities in client work
• you have experientially learnt various creative and action-based methods that can be used in social services
• you know how to use your creativity and resources in client work
• you know how to use creative and action-based working methods when working with different clients
Content
• the concepts of creativity and action-based methods
• creative expression, interactive and mindfulness exercises with the help of different methods (e.g., visual expression, verbal art, music)
• tutoring creative activities, its planning, implementation and assessment
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 24.10.2024
Timing
24.10.2024 - 12.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Marjo Vähäkangas
Groups
-
PSOSTK24
Objective
Client and employee safety 2 ETCS
Objectives
• you are familiar with the most important legislation, documents, responsibilities and principles that guide client work and workplace safety
• you are able to work independently, promoting the safety of your work community
• you are familiar with the principles of work ergonomics and can apply them to your work
• you know how to recognise and face violence or clients at risk of violence and guide them to support services if necessary
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Objectives
• you know the authorities that supervise medication safety, the core legislation and licensing practices
• you understand professional employees’ responsibility in administering medication
• you know the basics of medicinal treatment
• you know how to administer medication safely and responsibly
Content
Customer and employee safety 2 ETCS
Contents
• work community and organisation safety management and planning
• anticipation, actions in threat situations and analysis of threat situations
• forms of violence, and identifying and addressing them
• work ergonomics methods
Medicinal treatment and medication safety 3 ETCS
Contents
• core legislation and guidelines concerning medicinal treatment
• the stages of medicines in the body and their effects on the body
• forms of medication and routes of administration (not intramuscular or intravenous injections)
• the adverse effects and interactions of medicines and commitment to medication
• the pharmacotherapy plan and Bachelors of Social Services as providers of safe medication
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 26.08.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 28.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
66 - 75
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Juha Knuuttila
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS23
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSTK23
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS23V
-
PSOSS22V
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with and know how to apply current management trends in supervisory work
• you are familiar with and know how to apply work community management methods in your work
• you know how to work as a first-line manager of a work community in accordance with the organisation’s strategic and operative objectives
• you have self-management skills and are able to evaluate your management skills and profile from the perspectives of different client groups, plans, finances, results and welfare effects
• you know how to develop your management communication skills and strategically plan and manage work community communications
Content
• new trends of first-line management in different welfare services in the 2020s
• management by objectives, talent management and management methods
• the development of work unit operations and quality through supervisory work
• self-knowledge and evaluating yourself as a manager
• management communications trends and influencer communications
• digital organisational communication and remote management
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 03.03.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Riina Riihimäki
- Katri Viippo
- Tiina Laakso
- Katariina Felixson
Groups
-
PSOSTS23
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Client work internship, you can start Internship in demanding client work / immediate management.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 03.03.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Olli Toivonen
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
PSOSS23EN
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Teaching methods
Individual learning
Group discussions
International connections
Individual learning
Group discussions
Student workload
Assignments and reporting 1 ETCS
Learning in training place (workhours) 9 ETCS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved report:
- Student understands understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
- Student can work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
- Student is able to present the client group theoretically and understands the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
- Student understands the meaning of multi-professional work in training placement and can explain the benefits of multi-professional work.
- Student is able to locate factors of well-being and workplace safety, and is familiarises with management in workplace.
- Student is able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
- Student promotes the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content scheduling
Kaija Penttala
Olli Toivonen
Training period: Weeks 45-51
NOTE! Itslearning Basecamp for PSOSS23EN is use for Demanding Client work training
Students attending Demanding Client Work Training in 2024:
Meetings as in Client Work Training
10.9. 14.30-16.00 Training info
- Training plans (returned to its 4 weeks before training begins) and other documents (criminal record extract)
- Practical training instructions and assignments. Reporting.
- Sun Harkka
27.11. 14.15-15.45 Mid training meeting
18.12. 08.30-10.00 Training feedback and reflection
Note! BOSS 2 meetings are on the same dates
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
Practical training report Approved/Fail
Work hours confirmed in Sun Harkka
Evaluations in Sun Harkka Approved
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Failed:
Student fails to meet the standards of approved reporting
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Client work internship, you can start Internship in demanding client work / immediate management.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Kaija Penttala
Groups
-
DKOTYK24Diploma of higher education in working in schools
Objective
• as a Bachelor of Social Services student, you understand the basic task and meaning of your training position as part of the service system
• you are able to work responsibly and in a client-oriented way in counselling, advice or management roles in social and education services
• you understand the relation between the special needs of a client group and the development of the competence of the work community
• you understand the overall meaning of multi-professional work, and you participate in multi-professional and multi-sectoral collaboration
• you familiarise yourself with work community management and work to promote occupational well-being and safety in your training place
• you are able to apply theoretical knowledge on demanding client work, work community activities and management
• you know how to promote the fulfilment of ethical and sustainability principles and apply them to your own actions
Content
· a practical training period in demanding client work or as a first-line manager in a social and health service, education, youth work or immigrant work unit, for example (in the public, private or third sector)
· setting your own learning objectives, working on your training assignments and reflecting on your learning
· active participation in and familiarising yourself with the client operating environment, services and multi-professional work
· use of various information systems in your work and the documentation of client work
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
The internships are completed in order: When you have completed Customer work internship, you can start Internship in demanding customer work / immediate management.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 26.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you understand the importance of early interaction between an infant and its parents and know how to strengthen it
• you understand risk factors related to the lives and well-being of families with children
• you have knowledge of family services
• you have knowledge of family-oriented counselling methods
Content
• early interaction, mentalisation and parent-infant bonding
• children’s development environments, an ecocultural perspective
• the basic services for families with children, social welfare and child protection support measures, third-sector services, service counselling
• the Let’s talk about children method
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 27.08.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Laura Närvi
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you understand the importance of early interaction between an infant and its parents and know how to strengthen it
• you understand risk factors related to the lives and well-being of families with children
• you have knowledge of family services
• you have knowledge of family-oriented counselling methods
Content
• early interaction, mentalisation and parent-infant bonding
• children’s development environments, an ecocultural perspective
• the basic services for families with children, social welfare and child protection support measures, third-sector services, service counselling
• the Let’s talk about children method
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 26.08.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 22.09.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you are familiar with the legislation concerning early childhood education and the related service system
• you are familiar with the early childhood education plan and understand its meaning
• you know the central goals of early childhood education and have an understanding of early childhood education as children’s growth environment
• you know the learning and development process of children
• you know the competence requirements for a Bachelor of Social Services in early childhood education
Content
• the legislation concerning early childhood education and the Convention on the Rights of the Child
• the development of early childhood education and its roles in society
• the overall structure of early childhood education services
• the national core curriculum for early childhood education and care and the early childhood education plan
• the development of children under school age
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 11.11.2024
Timing
11.11.2024 - 09.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
Groups
-
PSOSS22EN
Objective
• you know how to support children’s motor skills and physical activity comprehensively
• you know how to use music and musical elements in activities
• you understand the importance of fairy tales, rhymes and drama for children’s learning
• you are able to support children’s mathematical thinking
• you master the basics of art education
Content
• children’s literature, musical and linguistic working methods, art education, physical exercise and exploration, mathematical skills and environmental education, the use of media
• pedagogical documentation
• different pedagogical focuses in the implementation of early childhood education (e.g., physical exercise, music, nature)
Teaching methods
Individual work, pair work, group work
Literature-based, lecture-based and learning assignment-based work
Student workload
Learning assignment on art education and lectures 1 ECT
Children's literature assignment (pair work) 1,5 ECTS
Learning assignment on planning, implementing and evaluating pedagogical activities (pair work), 2 ECTS
Reflection assignment 0,5 ECTS
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved:
Student has participated in contact teaching and completed all learning assignments in adequate level.
Approved level:
• you know how to support children’s motor skills and physical activities
• you know how to use music and musical elements in activities
• you understand the importance of fairy tales, rhymes and drama for children’s learning
• you are able to support children’s mathematical thinking
Content scheduling
Teacher:
Tiina Suni
Teaching on Mondays, weeks 46-50.
Teaching in English at Salo campus.
Mon 11.11.2024 9:30 - 14:30
Course info and assignments
Planning, implementing and evaluating pedagogical activities, full-time pedagogy as a working method in ECEC
Mon 18.11.2024 9:30 - 14:30
Children’s literature and linguistic working methods
Visit to Salo library
Mon 25.11.2024 9:30 - 14:30
Music and art as pedagogical methods
Use of media
Mon 2.12.2024 9:30 - 14:30
Mathematical skills and environmental education
Literature assignment presentations
Mon 9.12.2024 9:30 - 14:30
Pedagogical activities in two groups
Course end and feedback
Presence in contact teaching is mandatory. In case of absence, compensative assignment must be completed (instructions in Itslearning). Max. absence is 50 % of the contact teaching.
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Assessment methods and criteria
All the learning assignments must be completed in order to pass the course. All learning assignments and the whole course is evaluated on scale approved / failed.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Failed:
Student has not participated in contact teaching and has failed to complete the learning assignments.
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 05.11.2024
Timing
05.11.2024 - 10.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you know how to support children’s motor skills and physical activity comprehensively
• you know how to use music and musical elements in activities
• you understand the importance of fairy tales, rhymes and drama for children’s learning
• you are able to support children’s mathematical thinking
• you master the basics of art education
Content
• children’s literature, musical and linguistic working methods, art education, physical exercise and exploration, mathematical skills and environmental education, the use of media
• pedagogical documentation
• different pedagogical focuses in the implementation of early childhood education (e.g., physical exercise, music, nature)
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 05.11.2024
Timing
05.11.2024 - 10.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
• you know how to support children’s motor skills and physical activity comprehensively
• you know how to use music and musical elements in activities
• you understand the importance of fairy tales, rhymes and drama for children’s learning
• you are able to support children’s mathematical thinking
• you master the basics of art education
Content
• children’s literature, musical and linguistic working methods, art education, physical exercise and exploration, mathematical skills and environmental education, the use of media
• pedagogical documentation
• different pedagogical focuses in the implementation of early childhood education (e.g., physical exercise, music, nature)
Evaluation scale
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 10.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
26 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Suni
- Marika Kouki
Groups
-
PSOSERK24V
Objective
• you understand the importance of play, play environments and tutoring play for children’s well-being and development
• you know how to observe and document children’s play
• you are able to plan, implement and evaluate activities for children under or over three years, paying attention to children’s participation
• you are familiar with principles of tutoring a group of children
• you understand the importance of everyday routines in supporting children’s well-being and development
Content
• play at different ages
• the special characteristics of the activities of children under and over three years
• planning and tutoring child-oriented activities in different areas of learning
• the combination of education, teaching and care, full-time pedagogy and tutoring interaction
• methods of observing and documenting play
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 05.11.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSTS24
Objective
• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods
Content
• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 12.11.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
46 - 55
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Katri Viippo
Groups
-
PSOSS24V
Objective
• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods
Content
• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 13.09.2024
Timing
03.10.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Tiina Laakso
- Sirppa Kinos
- Anssi Lähde
Groups
-
PSOSTK22
-
PSOSTS22
Objective
· you know how to create a professional interaction and collaboration relationship that supports the customer’s participation
· you are able to counsel and support different kinds of clients in their everyday life in a goal-oriented and ethical way
· you are able to describe and evaluate the phases of the client process and develop your work based on it
· you are able to pay attention to the uniqueness of every individual and take correct action in situations with clients that involve conflicting values
Content
· the implementation of and reflection on your client work guidance process
· applying your approach, working methods and tools in counselling work
· supervision of work to support your counselling process ethical reflection
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.
Enrollment
02.06.2024 - 29.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Health and Well-being
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
36 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Social Services
Teachers
- Sirppa Kinos
- Tiina Laakso
Teacher in charge
Sirppa Kinos
Groups
-
PSOSK22V
-
PSOSS22V
Objective
· you know how to create a professional interaction and collaboration relationship that supports the customer’s participation
· you are able to counsel and support different kinds of clients in their everyday life in a goal-oriented and ethical way
· you are able to describe and evaluate the phases of the client process and develop your work based on it
· you are able to pay attention to the uniqueness of every individual and take correct action in situations with clients that involve conflicting values
Content
· the implementation of and reflection on your client work guidance process
· applying your approach, working methods and tools in counselling work
· supervision of work to support your counselling process ethical reflection
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Students can start optional customer group-specific studies when they have completed at least 60 credits.