Study Guide

Objective

Students
• are familiar with the principles and practices of monitoring children’s growth and development and the significance of collaboration with customers and multidisciplinary teams
• know the theoretical justifications and guidance practices of early interaction
• know how to support parenthood
• know how to guide families in promoting a healthy lifestyle
• know how to assess the need for special support, follow-up treatment and child welfare of children and their families
• are familiar with the objectives and operating methods of family-oriented work
• know how to maintain and promote a safe growth community and environment in collaboration with families and various stakeholders
• are familiar with the local service system and services for families with children as part of a family centre or a family service network
• know how to explain the significance of culture in promoting health and wellbeing

Content

• health checks and screenings
• supporting the holistic growth and development of children
• guidance and support in questions related to parenthood
• supporting early interaction
• family service network, family centres
• public health nurse work in multidisciplinary networks
• social security of a family with children
• cultural sensitivity in family work
• critical and reflective expertise

Evaluation scale

0-5