Multidisciplinary assessment of functional abilities (5 cr)

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?

Course material

Material is available in eLearning platform and students are supposed to use other relevant literature for the studies.

Study forms and 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).

RDI and work-related cooperation

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.

Timing of exams and assignments

Contact learning sessions are held in Teams:

2 Oct 2023
3 Oct 2023
15 Nov 2023 (Learning cafe)
29 Nov 2023 (seminars)

International cooperation

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