Practical Training: Memory Disorders (7cr)

Objective

Students will become familiar with the service provision system and service pathway for people with memory disorders and learn to counsel clients and families on the services. Students will learn to conduct the most important memory tests and interviews. As members of multiprofessional teams, students will plan, implement and evaluate dementia care and rehabilitation based on the clients' needs and ethical principles. They know how to support the memory sick person to the independent life and participation in community.

Content

Practical training in the memory field, which allows the student to reach the learning outcomes. The unit is selected by the student.

Teaching methods

Practical training in dementia-work setting, seminar after this, learning diary

Employer connections

On harjoittelu

Student workload

190 hours, 175 hours practical training

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass/
Students will become familiar with the service provision system and service pathway for people with memory disorders and learn to counsel clients and families on the services. Students will learn to conduct the most important memory tests and interviews. As members of multiprofessional teams, students will plan, implement and evaluate dementia care and rehabilitation based on the clients' needs and ethical principles. They know how to support the memory sick person to the independent life and participation in community.

Qualifications

Study module: Gerontological Care, Nursing and Rehabilitation

Further information

Discuss with the teacher how to conduct this course to suit your career plans.