Introduction to Client Work in Social Services

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Introduction to Client Work in Social Services (2 cr)

Code: SS10012-3014

General information

Enrollment

18.08.2025 - 30.09.2025

Timing

15.09.2025 - 12.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

Tikkarinne Campus Tikkarinne 9

Teaching languages

Finnish

Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes

Degree Programme in Social Services

Teachers

Lauri Saarelainen

Teacher in charge

Lauri Saarelainen

Groups

KAKS25
Karelia, Open UAS, All, Fall, 2026
SSAS25
Bachelor of Social Services, Blended learning, Fall, 2025

Objective

You identify different groups of clients and their needs. You understand the importance of counselling in working with different client groups, understand the basics of digital counselling and digital interaction. You will also find the foundation of your own way to work as a counsellor.

Content

Counselling in Social Services
Client in Social Services and client’s needs

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Study Guide