Gerontological social work methods (5cr)
Course unit code: GER0305A20S
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Objective
Students
• know how to use work methods that strengthen resources as well as methods of gerontological social work
• are familiar with the basics and principles of family caregiving
• know how to support an older person and their family members in various life situations and end-of-life care
• can identify key digital services and the possibilities of smart technology as well as discover various applications for elderly care
Content
• resource-based working
• methods of gerontological social work
• family caregiving
• end-of-life care
• key digital services and smart technology in elderly care