Study Guide

Objective

Key competence requirements:

After completing the course, the student is able to
-Define the basic principles of ergonomics in health care
-Understand and observe natural movements and recognize the importance of motor learning in patient handling

Content

Content:
The theory part of SAPHA course (2 ECTS) consists of four separate parts (1-4). The parts are named 1) Basics of Ergonomics, 2) Function of a Patient 3) Principles of Patient Handling and 4) Management Policies.

These contents offer a holistic approach to the basis of patient handling, including the fundamental elements of evidence-based patient handling education.

Materials

Materials and links given in the Itslearning platform.
Students' own information searches.

Teaching methods

Independent studying based on the topics and materials presented in the Itslearning platform.
Participation in various discussions on the online platform.

International connections

Studying independently online, participating in joint discussions on the online platform.

Student workload

The student's workload consists of the following:

Online course:
42h Studying independently online
10h Participating in joint discussions on the online platform
2h reflection of own work

Content scheduling

ItsLearning course Patient handling in safe and rehabilitating way, theoretical part.
The course is assessed as pass/fail.

Online course in ItsLearning platform contains general information, as well as five "baskets" to be completed independently. You cannot move to the next basket until the previous one is completed, and tasks cannot be returned after the basket is closed. We recommend putting reminders on your phone about return dates and participation in discussions. You are expected to actively participate in the discussions on the course platform. Please also note the required minimum number of conversation starters and comments.

Timelines:
Basket 1: Basics of ergonomics is open during weeks 12-13, 4h
Basket 2: Function of a patient is open during weeks 13-14, 2h
Basket 3: Principles of patient Handling is open during weeks 14-15, 4h
Basket 4: Management policies is open during weeks 15-16, 2h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Completing the course requires the assignments to be returned on time and approved. It is possible to resubmit rejected assignments within the course time.

The course is evaluated on a scale 0-5. The evaluation criteria can be found in ItsLearning.

Qualifications

No prerequisites