Vaccinations (2 cr)
Code: SWNS2018-3007
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
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
Teachers
- Johanna Rinne
Teacher in charge
Jenni Ikola-Mäki
Groups
-
SNS22KKEBachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing, Kenia
- 27.11.2023 10:00 - 11:30, Vaccinations SWNS2018-3007
- 14.12.2023 16:15 - 19:15, Vaccinations SWNS2018-3007
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
Evaluation scale
0-5
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.