Foot health promotionLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: AV00EG54
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- English
Objective
The student knows the structure and function of the foot and is familiar with good foot care habits.
The student learns how to take care of her or his feet and knows factors that threaten foot health.
The student understands that some diseases like diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and skin diseases make the feet vulnerable.
The student understands diabetics' foot problems, and the need for screening and risk classification at least once a year.
Content
The course content consists of four topics which are:
- Anatomy and physiology of the foot, 1 ECTS credit
- Healthy feet, daily foot care and proper shoes, 1 ECTS credit
- Diabetic foot, rheumatoid foot, foot skin diseases, 2 ECTS credits
- Risk foot examination, treatment, and off-loading, 1 ECTS credit
Qualifications
Does not require prior knowledge.
Enrollment
06.04.2022 - 22.04.2022
Timing
18.01.2022 - 07.06.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing Education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
1 - 10
Teachers
- Marjo Heikkilä
Teacher in charge
Marjo Heikkilä
Groups
-
VV2022-2023Optional studies 2022-2023
Objective
The student knows the structure and function of the foot and is familiar with good foot care habits.
The student learns how to take care of her or his feet and knows factors that threaten foot health.
The student understands that some diseases like diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and skin diseases make the feet vulnerable.
The student understands diabetics' foot problems, and the need for screening and risk classification at least once a year.
Content
The course content consists of four topics which are:
- Anatomy and physiology of the foot, 1 ECTS credit
- Healthy feet, daily foot care and proper shoes, 1 ECTS credit
- Diabetic foot, rheumatoid foot, foot skin diseases, 2 ECTS credits
- Risk foot examination, treatment, and off-loading, 1 ECTS credit
Materials
The materials of the course are available electronically on the Learn-platform.
Employer connections
The course does not include internships.
Exam schedules
The course includes learning assignments, discussions and tests. Dates and return schedules are displayed on the Learn online platform
Student workload
27hours x 5 ECTS = 135 student working hours.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved/Failed
Qualifications
Does not require prior knowledge.