Multidisciplinary assessment of functional abilitiesLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: RH00EH70
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- English
Objective
Based on the ICF (International Classification of Functioning) framework, you are able to critically evaluate and utilize the factors that affect a person's ability to function.
You are able to justify the choice of reliable rehabilitation assessment methods independently and systematically and link them to chosen rehabilitation methods.
You are able to evaluate and effectively lead the independent use of the GAS method in client-oriented rehabilitation.
You are able to utilize multidisciplinary competencies and international expert communication and interaction in client-oriented assessment processes.
Content
How is functional ability defined and what are the influencing factors according to the ICF framework in the evaluation and promotion of rehabilitation activities?
What assessment methods are reliable and valid in the multidisciplinary rehabilitation process and how are they connected to the different stages of the process?
How is the client’s participation in the rehabilitation process enhanced by means of the GAS method?
How do you utilize multidisciplinary knowledge and interaction in the assessment process?
Enrollment
04.08.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
01.09.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Department of Sports and Rehabilitation
Campus
Savonlinna Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Master's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation
Teachers
- Marjo-Riitta Anttila
- Ville Virta
Teacher in charge
Ville Virta
Groups
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RHSA23SVYRehabilitation, master online studies
Objective
Based on the ICF (International Classification of Functioning) framework, you are able to critically evaluate and utilize the factors that affect a person's ability to function.
You are able to justify the choice of reliable rehabilitation assessment methods independently and systematically and link them to chosen rehabilitation methods.
You are able to evaluate and effectively lead the independent use of the GAS method in client-oriented rehabilitation.
You are able to utilize multidisciplinary competencies and international expert communication and interaction in client-oriented assessment processes.
Content
How is functional ability defined and what are the influencing factors according to the ICF framework in the evaluation and promotion of rehabilitation activities?
What assessment methods are reliable and valid in the multidisciplinary rehabilitation process and how are they connected to the different stages of the process?
How is the client’s participation in the rehabilitation process enhanced by means of the GAS method?
How do you utilize multidisciplinary knowledge and interaction in the assessment process?
Materials
Material is available in eLearning platform and students are supposed to use other relevant literature for the studies.
Teaching methods
This is an online course implemented by means of an eLearning platform (Learn and Teams) including webinars, group meetings, project work, independent tasks, peer discussions and seminars. The student must have a computer fitted with a web-cam and software necessary for the completion of studies and a microphone (head-set).
Employer connections
It is advised that written reports and other assignments are integrated into your own field of work with a focus on the development of rehabilitation practices.This course includes integration to Xamk RDI-projects.
Exam schedules
Contact learning sessions are held in Teams:
2 Oct 2023
3 Oct 2023
15 Nov 2023 (Learning cafe)
29 Nov 2023 (seminars)
International connections
This course is implemented in an international and multidisciplinary students’ study group, where you can share your knowledge and learn from others.
Student workload
5 cr = 135 hours of student work
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment methods and criteria
ASSESSMENT
Task 1. Written essay (grade 1-5) & seminar presentation (pass fail), 3 ects
Task 2. Exam in Learn, based on contact learning material and course material (grade 1-5), 2 ects