English at work for Applied Gerontology (3cr)
Code: SG10041-3001
General information
- Enrollment
- 01.01.2026 - 01.02.2026
- Registration for introductions has not started yet.
- Timing
- 30.03.2026 - 31.07.2026
- The implementation has not yet started.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 3 cr
- Unit
- Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO)
- Campus
- Tikkarinne Campus Tikkarinne 9
- Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Seats
- 20 - 30
- Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Applied Gerontology
- Teachers
- Jaana Jussila
- Teacher in charge
- Jaana Jussila
- Groups
-
SGAK26Degree Programme in Applied Gerontology, Blended Learning, Spring, 2026
- Course
- SG10041
Evaluation scale
H-5
Location and time
Online, attendance 80%
Materials
Moodle materials
Teaching methods
Objective
• You can describe your studies and future profession in healthcare and social services both in speaking and writing.
• You can communicate appropriately in various work-related contexts both in speaking and in writing.
• You are able to research information and read texts related to applied gerontology.
• You master core vocabulary in the field of applied gerontology
Content
• studying at a university of applied sciences
• job description
• telephone communication
• email communication
• conversational skills
• client interview and guidance
• care related skills
• health conditions in older people
• field-specific terminology
• activities of daily living and assistive equipment
• reading and writing skills
Exam schedules
Final exam at the end of the course, two resits.
Completion alternatives
Accreditation of prior learning (AHOT process). Contact the lecturer in charge.
Student workload
3 ECTS credits = approximately 80 hours of student's work