Climate Change and Nursing, Verkko-opetus 1.8.2025–31.7.2026 (5op)

Tavoitteet

Competencies in focusHave awareness of how climate change impacts our healthBe able to describe the impacts of climate change on human healthIdentify opportunities for nurses to engage in action and advocacy to move climate solutions forwardLearning outcomesAt the end of the course the students will be ableto:Assess the seriousness and urgency of climate changeRecognize the main effects of climate change, their implications for our present and future livesIdentify the causes of these changes and the key processes that determine their effectsIdentify the critical required actions, on a personal, national and global levelDefine key concepts related to climate changeIdentify the major risks associated with human-induced climate changeRecognize the actions we need to take

Sisältö

As a nurse, you excel in caring for your patients, but the thought of discussing climate change might feel a bit daunting — after all, climate science may not yet be your area of expertise. That’s exactly what this course is here to address!Together, we’ll explore how nurses can lead the way in creating a healthier, more resilient future. By reducing our environmental impact and preparing the healthcare system to face climate challenges, we can protect our patients now and in the years to come.This fully online course is designed to fit flexibly into your schedule and comprises an introduction and four thought-provoking modules:Climate and Climate ChangeNutritionGlobal and Public HealthHealth and DiseasesThe course features engaging resources, including TED Talks, a recorded webinar, scientific articles, books, blogs, and two interactive online courses. Each module earns you 1 ECTS, except for Module 4, which is worth 2 ECTS (for a total of 5 ECTS)

Esitietovaatimukset

Curiosity and concern for our planet and how climate change challenges are affecting our healthStudents of the Arcada Nursing degree program can take this course as extension studies