Vaccinations (2 cr)
Code: SWNS2018-3006
General information
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
30.10.2023 - 20.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Health and Social Studies
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Jenni Ikola-Mäki
- Johanna Rinne
Teacher in charge
Jenni Ikola-Mäki
Groups
-
SNS22SG1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
- 05.12.2023 08:30 - 10:00, Guidance for Vaccinations portfolio
- 19.12.2023 08:15 - 11:30, Vaccinations SWNS2018-3006
Objectives
Purpose of the course
In this course you will learn the basics of vaccination competence.
Competences of the course
Ethical competence in nursing
Health promotion competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Outcomes
After completing this course, you understand the importance of vaccination and the ethical principles of the individual, the community and society.
You understand the importance of vaccination worldwide as a health-promoting activity.
You will have the capacity for evidence-based guidance and counseling on vaccinations.
You are be familiar with the vaccine preventable diseases, the national vaccination program and the adverse effects of vaccinations.
You can aseptically and safely vaccinate under supervision
Content
Effectiveness of vaccinations
Vaccination activities governed by laws and regulations
Knowledge of vaccination and vaccination skills
Client counselling in vaccination decision
Various vaccination techniques
Treatment of side effects
Time and location
The course is conducted in Moodle and is part of a nationwide training program.
Teaching methods
Laboratory and simulation teaching
Independent studying
Vaccination portfolio
Practical training and working life connections
The course includes practicing the clinical skills in vaccination.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Vaccination portfolio and two repetitions during the course.
Student workload
Vaccination e-learning 2 ECTS, including webinar 3 hours, independent learning 47hours, one skill lab of 2hours and one contact lesson 2hours. = Total 54hours
Further information for students
The evaluation of the vaccination course is passed / fail.
Assessment is based on the course objectives and national assessment criteria.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Evaluation criteria, pass/failed
Approved completion requires the completion of a course in National Vaccine Knowledge in accordance with separate criteria developed by the implementer.
Further information
The course is conducted in Moodle and is part of a nationwide training program.