Practical Training: Memory Disorders (7 cr)
Code: GERAHK122-3007
General information
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
09.09.2024 - 08.12.2024
Credits
7 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Aino Asunmaa
- Maria Valli
Student groups
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MGERO22
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.
Materials
The literature of the theory study course belonging to the subject
Teaching methods
Practical training in memory work environments,
Opening and closing seminars
Learning assignments
Student workload
7 x 26,5 h
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
x
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.
Assessment methods and criteria
An approved performance requires the completion of the hours required for the practical training as well as the student's own goals and the general goals of the course.
Qualifications
Study module: Gerontological Care, Nursing and Rehabilitation