Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Yhteisten opintojen koulutusyksikkö
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- roo.sv
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Mira Kettunen
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You are able to communicate in spoken and written situations in your own field.
You are familiar with the terminology of your field and able to communicate in Swedish in professional situations.
The objectives are based on the Common European Framework of Languages, level B1 and Government Decree 1129/2014.
After completing the course with the grade of 3, you are able to:
- understand clear standard and work-related speech.
- use basic structures reasonably well both in spoken and written situations.
- speak relatively fluently so that occasional mistakes in pronunciation or prosody do not lead to misunderstanding.
- describe your education and work experience for example when applying for a job.
- describe and discuss key issues of your professional field (eg. the operation, products, processes or services of companies and/or organizations).
Content
How do you use Swedish vocabulary related to education, work environment and workplace duties?
How do you use Swedish in different communicative situations of working life, for example in emails, telephoning and meetings?
How do you use the basic professional vocabulary required in your field and operational environment?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Qualifications
If you have been instructed to participate in the Intensive course in Swedish, you must complete it or independently acquire the equivalent knowledge and skills before you can participate in this course.
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Taina Lehtonen
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You understand the biochemistry and the research objectives of body functioning.
You deepen your knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences and are able to adapt that knowledge to your own field.
You reinforce your knowledge of anatomy.
You can describe the structure and function of the cell and tissues.
You understand the structure of different types of tissues of the human body in terms of histology and its effect on, for example, the healing properties of that tissue.
Content
What is biochemical activity in the body and what are biochemical research topics?
How can biochemical research supplement your own professional skills?
How does the structure of different tissue types affect their properties?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology is required.
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Niko Leinonen
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You master the biomechanics of the locomotor system, as applicable.
You understand the biomechanical functioning of the body for advanced studies.
You deepen your knowledge and skills especially in osteokinematics and arthrokinematics as required in the profession.
You are able to analyze the biomechanics of the body and apply it in the clinical work.
Content
What are the basic concepts of biomechanics in the functioning of the locomotor system?
How do I observe the functioning of the body and understand it from a mechanical point of view?
How do I apply biomechanics in the functioning of the locomotor system?
How do I use biomechanics from an aetiological and treatment point of view?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.04.2023 - 21.04.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Niko Leinonen
- TH Opettaja
Teacher in charge
Marja Turkki
Groups
-
NAKT20SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You master the foundations of orthopedics and the principles of orthopedic examinations.
You develop theoretical knowledge as a foundation for differentiation diagnosis.
You develop basic orthopedic knowledge, know the orthopedic procedures as required in the profession, and gain familiarity with multidisciplinary cooperation.
You master the orthopedic tests and clinical examination of the patient, as well as good consultation practice.
You know connections between neurological illnesses and those of the locomotor system.
You develop theoretical knowledge as the basis of clinical differentiation diagnosis.
Content
What is the treatment approach to the illnesses of the locomotor system in orthopedics?
What are orthopedic treatment and diagnostics of locomotor illnesses like?
What is rehabilitation after orthopedic surgery like?
What are the basics of neurological specialty?
What are the typical symptoms of neurological illnesses and foundations of clinical assessment?
How to observe the neurological status as part of differentiation diagnostics in clinical work?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
Groups
-
NAKT20SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You focus on radiological examination methods.
You can identify anatomic structures in radiological examinations, and understand the foundations of radiological diagnostics, especially relating to the locomotor system.
You learn to evaluate radiological and clinical findings, and to compare the possible correlation between the findings, and to draw conclusions affecting examination and treatment procedures.
Content
How to use imaging studies in the diagnosis of illnesses of the locomotor system?
How to use radiology as part of diagnostics?
What are the typical findings of imaging studies in the illnesses of the locomotor system?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.04.2023 - 21.04.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 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
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Podiatry
- Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Laura Saar
- Ville Virta
Groups
-
FTSA22SMPhysiotherapy, part-time studies
Objective
You can define social, health and rehabilitation services and their meaning for the welfare of Finns.
You understand clients' rights and participation as users and developers of social and health care services.
You are aware of the individual factors influencing clients' every-day coping and rehabilitation processes.
You are aware of the ways to empower your clients' participation during rehabilitation processes.
You are familiar with the ways to promote rehabilitation processes and every-day coping at the individual, group and population levels by making use of living environments and multi-professional services.
Content
How are social, health and rehabilitation services organised in Finland? What is their meaning and how do they affect the welfare of the population?
What are clients' rights and participation as users and developers of social and health care services?
What is service guidance and its role in the rehabilitation process?
How do you identify the individual factors influencing clients' every-day life and rehabilitation process?
How do you promote clients' participation in goal-setting, planning, implementation and evaluation to enhance every-day activities?
How do you promote rehabilitation processes at individual, group and population levels by making use of living environments and multi-professional services (incl. ICF, GAS)?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Department of Sports and Rehabilitation
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Podiatry
- Degree Programme in Physiotherapy
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Laura Saar
- Ville Virta
Groups
-
FTSA23KPPhysiotherapy, full-time studies
-
JTSA22SMPodiatry, part-time studies
Objective
You can define social, health and rehabilitation services and their meaning for the welfare of Finns.
You understand clients' rights and participation as users and developers of social and health care services.
You are aware of the individual factors influencing clients' every-day coping and rehabilitation processes.
You are aware of the ways to empower your clients' participation during rehabilitation processes.
You are familiar with the ways to promote rehabilitation processes and every-day coping at the individual, group and population levels by making use of living environments and multi-professional services.
Content
How are social, health and rehabilitation services organised in Finland? What is their meaning and how do they affect the welfare of the population?
What are clients' rights and participation as users and developers of social and health care services?
What is service guidance and its role in the rehabilitation process?
How do you identify the individual factors influencing clients' every-day life and rehabilitation process?
How do you promote clients' participation in goal-setting, planning, implementation and evaluation to enhance every-day activities?
How do you promote rehabilitation processes at individual, group and population levels by making use of living environments and multi-professional services (incl. ICF, GAS)?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.04.2023 - 21.04.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
- Marja Turkki
Teacher in charge
Petteri Koski
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You get practice in the diagnostics theory of musculoskeletal illnesses.
You know the diagnostics of musculoskeletal illnesses and can apply your knowledge in anatomy, physiology and biomechanics in the diagnostics of soft tissues, extremity and spine joints.
You aim at good clinical deduction on the basis of your theoretical knowledge and are able to draw conclusions affecting the care.
You know how to treat the customer comprehensively, and take different situations into account in the diagnostics.
Content
How do you deepen your knowledge of soft tissue structure diagnostics?
What do you notice in the diagnostics of limb and spinal joints?
How do you take full account of the client in clinical diagnostics?
How does customer guidance and interaction affect the smoothness and reliability of the examination situation?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Qualifications
Diagnostics in naprapathy I
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
- Marja Turkki
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You deepen your theoretical knowledge in the diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders.
You are able to apply anatomical, physiological, biomechanical, both patho-anatomical and physiological knowledge in clinical soft tissue, limb and spine joint diagnostics.
You deepen your clinical reasoning skills and are able to independently assess the patient's condition.
You are able to work independently when making conclusions and implementing treatment.
Content
How do I take the patient's situation fully into account?
How do I consider differential diagnosis in a clinical trial of musculoskeletal disorders?
How do I make an independent treatment decision based on patient information and my clinical trial?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.04.2023 - 21.04.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
- Marja Turkki
- Niko Leinonen
Teacher in charge
Marja Turkki
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You master the theory and laboratory work of naprapathic diagnostics.
You learn the mode of action, side and unexpected effects of the treatments and can assess the effect of the treatments on individual patients.
You learn more manual techniques and electrotherapy.
You learn techniques to treat limb and spinal joints.
You become familiar with different treatment methods and master the choice and technical implementation of the treatments in practice in accordance with the approved care guidelines.
Content
How do you make a decision to treat a patient based on the knowledge you have learned before?
What is your role in working as a part of a multiprofessional network?
What kind of manual and electrotherapical treatments can you carry out?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Qualifications
Practicing treatment methods in naprapathy I
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
- Marja Turkki
- Niko Leinonen
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You practice using different kinds of manual therapy techniques.
You know the basic principles of naprapathy treatment methods as well as the indications and contraindications to treatment methods.
You are able to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment methods in different patient groups.
You are able to plan and implement diagnostic methods and treatment interventions in a patient-centered way.
Content
How do you apply theory to practice?
How do you apply clinical reasoning as a basis for programming patient care?
How do you deepen your diagnostic and treatment skills?
How do you understand your role as a part of a multi-professional network?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Qualifications
Practicing treatment methods in naprapathy II
Enrollment
06.04.2023 - 21.04.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
- Marja Turkki
- Niko Leinonen
Teacher in charge
Marja Turkki
Groups
-
NAKT20SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You can set goals and act in a systematic way with respect for human dignity in different care settings and multidisciplinary teams.
You are able to integrate the patient's examination and care process, based on what you have learned so far.
You are able to make independent decisions within your area of responsibility and can act as a responsible expert in your area for the benefit of the patient.
You develop expertise in your field, along with critical observation.
Content
How do you deepen clinical reasoning with regard to diagnostics and treatment of soft tissue and limb joints in clinical work?
How do you deepen your clinical reasoning with regard to diagnostics and treatment of back disorders with naprapathy?
How do you further deepen your interpersonal communication skills with different professional groups?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
Groups
-
NAKT20SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You are able manage the whole in the research and treatment process for different patient groups.
You are able to make independent decisions within your area of responsibility.
You can act as a responsible expert in your area for the benefit of the patient.
You clarify your industry expertise alongside critical observation.
Content
How do I deepen clinical reasoning?
How do I implement programming for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders?
How do I evaluate and monitor my treatment?
How do I make the most of my patient's multi-professional network in rehabilitation?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Marja Turkki
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You practice working in your own professional field.
You are able to diagnose soft-tissue disorders.
You can set targets and work in a goal-oriented way to reach them.
You respect human dignity in working with patients.
You can make individual decisions in patient care within your area of responsibility.
You can critically evaluate your development of expertise.
Content
How do I work as a part of a professional community?
How to apply my theoretical skills in clinical situations?
How can I achieve a patient situation based on trust?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Qualifications
Skills that you have learned in theory and practice this far are required.
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Marja Turkki
Groups
-
NAKT20SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You deepen your expertise in patient-centered reception work in different work communities.
You deepen your problem-solving and decision-making skills independently, along with research and treatment management.
You are able to use well-researched information in your work and be able to utilize a variety of information acquisition methods, combine acquired data and transfer data to practical patient work.
You know how to communicate in the work community and are active in different work situations.
You can get counseling help from within and outside the work community and provide counseling help yourself.
Content
How do you carry out diagnostic and treatment situations implemented in a patient-centered manner?
How do you pursue different care paths while respecting human dignity?
How do you plan and instruct a patient for further treatment?
How do you ensure continuous learning and self-education in my profession?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Naprapathy
Teachers
- Petteri Koski
Groups
-
NAKT22SPNaprapathy, full-time studies
Objective
You learn about the most common sports injuries.
You understand and know how to explain the risk factors of exercise and sports injury, mechanisms, healing processes, and know the principles of prevention of injuries.
You learn about athletes' nutrition recommendations and how nutrition can affect physical performance and development.
Content
What are the most common types of sports injuries?
What are the healing processes of sports injuries?
How can sport injuries be rehabilitated and prevented?
How do sport injuries affect the athlete's performance?
How does the athlete's nutrition affect physical performance?
Evaluation scale
1-5
Qualifications
Anatomy
Physiology
Diagnostics in naprapathyI