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Degree Programme in Dental Hygiene

This curriculum is a translation of the curriculum of the Finnish degree program.

Curriculum responsibility: Maritta Pitkänen

Basis of Education

The Degree Programme in Dental Hygienist is a 3.5-year, 210 ECTS programme which leads to a Bachelor of Health Care degree. The skills and expertise gained through this programme are in compliance with the requirements of the EU in view of the level of higher education enabling free movement of labour and experts.
A Dental Hygienist is an oral health expert who works in public and private social and health care organisations and promotes people’s oral health. A Dental Hygienist provides oral health care and oral health promotion services to individuals, groups and communities on the basis of their needs. These include the prevention of periodontal and cariological infectious diseases, early care as well as rehabilitative care to maintain oral health and masticatory system function. The work is based on different oral health care needs of individuals and communities. A Dental Hygienist is able to anticipate the changes in the service needs in the field, assess their importance and develop oral health care to meet future needs. The work is guided by the values and ethical guidelines in the social and health care field and the related legislation. A Dental Hygienist is able to work as an independent practitioner and an entrepreneur.

Professional Practice Rights/Licensing

The National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health (VALVIRA) grants, upon application and upon announcement of the degree awarding UAS, the right to practice as a licenced healthcare professional, a Dental Hygienist. The prerequisite for the licensing is that the dental hygienist education comprises of 210 ECTS of studies and the curriculum meets the requirements. The UAS has to verify that the healthcare professional has the required professional competence.

Competence Standards

The degree programme in Dental Hygienist is at European and Finnish educational level 6 (national education framework).



The competence profile consists of general and professional competences.



Structure of Studies

The extent of the degree studies in Dental Hygienist is 210 ECTS credits. According to the curriculum, one year of studying yields 60 ECTS credits, which corresponds to a student’s workload of 1,600 hours. The student’s workload consists of direct contact teaching, distance learning and independent studying, online learning, practice etc. Furthermore, research and development activities based on the needs of working life are integrated into the studies.

Development of Expertise

In the curricula at Savonia UAS the study modules form extensive study entities. Thus they support the development of the student’s professional expertise and the student’s development as a whole. This also enables the combination of teaching with the working-life-oriented research and development activities.

The Bachelor of Health Care, Dental Hygienist, curriculum has been planned so that the
- the degree programme provides the student with the knowledge, skills and competence required in the working life
- the studies ensure the development of the student’s professional expertise.
The student
- drafts a personal study and career plan (PSP) including the recognition of prior learning (RPL)
- is responsible for the progress of his or her studies

The teachers and other personnel guide and support students in defining and achieving the personal learning goals.



The structure of the studies

Methods and implementation

Savonia UAS provides education, which is guided by OIS-thinking (Open Innovation Space). The objective is to combine high-quality learning and teaching with working -life oriented research and development work. The students participate actively in the process and work in different premises, communities and in online learning environments. Students, teachers, R&D personnel and working-life representatives together solve various practice-based problems. Thus, theory and practice are combined in the studies.

The multiform networking of the teaching staff enables the working- life oriented education at Savonia UAS. These networks also guarantee the continuous development of substance expertise. The personnel provide the learning opportunities and support the students’ learning.

The objectives, content, extent, methods, requirements and implementation of the courses are described in the curriculum of the Degree Programme in Dental Hygienist. Flexibility in the studies is guaranteed by virtual studies, the use of social media and by using alternative methods to demonstrate skills and competence. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is part of this process. Tutor teachers provide support for drafting the personal study and career plan (PSP) and for competence development.

The guiding principles in the degree studies are dialogue between practice and theory, learning in different expert cultures, and ensuring the student’s progress possibilities in his or her study path. Contact lessons, independent studies and group studies alternate and overlap during the studies. Part of the studies takes place in a skills workshop at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) and in the teaching clinic of the Hospital District of Northern Savo. Internship in real work environments and other working-life-related study forms are an important part of the studies and competence development.

Internationalisation is part of studies. The student has an opportunity to learn internationality and improve his or her cultural competence by studying abroad through various exchange programmes. The student can improve his or her intercultural skills also by acting as a peer tutor student and help exchange students and by working eg in immigrant communities.
The aim of the entrepreneurial studies is to encourage entrepreneurship and increase awareness of entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial activity and business life. The students can improve their entrepreneurial skills also during internship.

The student is self-directed and assumes responsibility for his or her professional growth and development. Teachers support and monitor the student’s learning, professional development and learning process by providing counselling. The Student Services Office, the Library and Information Services, the International Services and other supportive services help the students in their studies. The studies are based on the principles of accessibility and sustainable development.

The Degree Regulations of Savonia UAS govern assessment. Assessment is used to guide and assess the attainment of objectives.


Course Table

Code Name 1 S 1 K 1 KS 2 S 2 K 3 S 3 K 4 S 4 K
 
Orientation Studies
Basic Studies
Joint Studies for Social Services and Health Care
4 STYOP01 Orientation to Social and Health Care Studies 5                
4 STYAS02 Client and professional in social and health care services 5                
4 STYEN02 English in Social and Health Care and Intercultural Communication   5              
4 STYTU02 Study, Insight, Development           5      
4 STYSV02 Swedish Language in Social and Health Care and Customer-oriented Communication           5      
4 STYTY01 Working Life Skills, Wellfare in Work and Entrepreneuship               5  
 
Professional Studies
Professional Studies
Obligatory Professional Studies
4 TSSUUPE2 Basic Activities in Oral Health Care 5                
4 TSANFY1 Anatomy and Physiology 5                
4 TSSUVA1 Factors Related to Oral Health 5                
4 TSINFEP1 Epidemiology and Ethiology of Oral Infectious Diseases 5                
4 TSGEOR1 General Diseases and Oral Health   5              
4 TSLÄSU1 Medical Treatment in Oral Health Care   5              
4 TSKASU1 Kariological Patient's Oral Heatlh Care   5              
4 TSKASU9 Practice, Cariological Patient's Oral Health Care   5              
4 TSKUKU2 Radiological Examinations of Skull and Rehabilitative Oral Health Care     5            
4 TSPAROT1 Parodontological Oral Heath Care       10          
4 TSORTO1 Ortodontics in Oral Health Care       5          
4 TSISUTE1 Oral Health Care of The Elderly       5          
4 TSLANUO1 Oral Health Care of Children and Adolescent       5          
4 TSOHMAS1 Counselling Customer's Oral Self-care       5          
4 TSSULÄ1 Stomatology for Dental Hygienist         5        
4 TSBEPRA1 Current Best Practises in Oral Health         5        
4 TSPERHE9 Practice, Oral Health Care of Families         15        
4 TSKUNSU9 Practice, Rehabilitative Oral Health Care           10      
4 TSSUER1 Oral Health Care for Patients with Special Needs           5      
4 TSSUER9 Practice, Oral Health Care for Patients with Special Needs             5    
4 TSASLÄHT9 Practice, Customer-oriented Oral Health Care             20    
Optional Professional Studies
4 TSFPUR1 Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and Treatment Methods               5  
4 STSYVPÄ1 Advanced cariological oral health care               5  
 
Final Thesis
Final Thesis
4 SAVONT1 Thesis           15      
   5 SOTEONT10 Thesis Planning           5      
   5 SOTEONT20 Thesis Implementation             5    
   5 SOTEONT30 Thesis Finalisation               5  
   5 SOTEONT40 Maturity Test               0  
4 SAVONT2 Thesis           15      
   5 SOTEONT50 Thesis Project 1           5      
   5 SOTEONT60 Thesis Project 2             5    
   5 SOTEONT70 Finalising The Thesis Projects               5  
   5 SOTEONT80 Maturity Test               0  
 
Elective Studies
Optional Studies

Course Descriptions

4 STYOP01 Orientation to Social and Health Care Studies

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to -assess and develop his or her learning skills -make justified choices considering internationalisation, professional options and career planning in the field -operate in the Savonia environment -use all required information systems safely considering data security -communicate and interact in study-related situations
Content
Study practices (methods, RPL, level tests, data acquisition, school safety and security, student union, internationality, counselling and welfare services). Basics of oral and written communication. Information systems at Savonia UAS. Skills and expertise development in the personal learning environment (PLE)
Requirements
Participation in lessons, Completion of online studies. Level tests. Preparation of the personal study and career plan. Accepted completion of assignments.
Course material
materiaali: www.savonia.fi, www.reppu.savonia.fi
Contact
Karuaho Anne, Kyytsönen Suvi, Kainulainen Anja


4 STYAS02 Client and professional in social and health care services

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to: -describe social and health care services and the key features of related legislation -describe the values and ethical basis of a welfare society -explain the importance of social and health care services in the society and for an individual client -apply the safety and security requirements of the social and health care field -explain the principles of entrepreneurial approach and the importance of people-oriented development of services -describe the rights of a client and a professional
Content
Essential social and health care services and related legislation. The basis of a welfare society and the roles of a client and a professional. Data protection and security as well as digitalisation of social and health care services. Voluntary intrapreneurship and entrepreneurship in social and health care. The development of people-oriented social and health care services through service design.
Requirements
Participation in lectures/Online studies of data protection and security and a test. Exam on social and health care legislation, video assignment, group assignment (service path), independent studies, passed line exams.
Course material
-The National Advisory Board on Social Welfare and Health Care Ethics ETENE http://etene.fi/en/frontpage -Social and Health Services Legislation http://stm.fi/en/social-and-health-services/legislation -Kuntoutusportti https://kuntoutusportti.fi/en/home/ -Ministry of Social Affairs and Health http://stm.fi/en/frontpage -Entrepreneurship education https://ec.europa.eu/growth/smes/promoting-entrepreneurship/support/education_fi -Material in Moodle.
Contact
Kellomäki Marjaana, Komulainen Johanna


4 STYEN02 English in Social and Health Care and Intercultural Communication

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to -use English in his or her work at the level required for his or her professional development -tell about his or her working environment and duties in English -interview and guide, mentor and care for different clients in English -use essential professional vocabulary and source books -identify cultural differences and describe the special features of his or her own culture -understand the impact of culture on communication
Content
Encountering the client and guiding, mentoring and caring for him or her. Telling about the working environment and duties, other important interactions in a multicultural environment, studying the field-specific material in English, essential professional vocabulary. The concepts of culture and intercultural communication, basic cultural differences, improving intercultural communication skills
Requirements
Participation in contact lessons, discussions and practice-based exercises. Accepted completion of oral and written assignments, passed exams. Online studies with no contact lessons. Accepted completion of related exercises and assignments, a passed exam.Simulations.
Course material
To be announced at the beginning of the course.
Contact
Savela Sanna, Kaartinen Pekka


4 STYTU02 Study, Insight, Development

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to: -describe the significance of research data and of the paradigm of field-specific science in the development of expertise and practical work -explain the principles, stages and progress of RDI work -retrieve information from the most important field-specific databases and assess the validity of the information -describe the data collection methods, data analysis processes and reporting methods in RDI work -utilise research and evidence based information in his or her work and in developing the social and health care -evaluate assignment and scientific research reports -apply the principles of academic writing and reporting
Content
Paradigm and its importance in the field-specific practical work, development and research. The principles, stages and progress of RDI work. The principles of information retrieval and the most important field-specific databases. The most important data collection methods, data analysis processes and reporting methods in RDI work. The utilisation of research and evidence based information one’s own work and in developing the social and health care. The assessment of RDI work. The principles of academic writing and reporting.
Requirements
Assignments and an exam/or a written assignment.
Course material
To be announced at the beginning of the course.
Contact
Turunen Elina, Turunen Pirjo


4 STYSV02 Swedish Language in Social and Health Care and Customer-oriented Communication

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
Upon completing the course, the student can - use written and oral Swedish in his or her work tasks as required by Act 149/22 - present his or her professional field in Swedish in writing and orally - describe special competence of his or her profession and its role in multiprofessional cooperation - present operational principles of multiprofessional cooperation and cooperation networks
Content
Field-specific core competence and presentation of one’s own work and work environment in Swedish (material and glossary). Interviews with and supervision of different customers in Swedish in customer situations, bilingual Finland as a work environment. Concept of multiprofessionalism, needs and significance of multiprofessionalism in social services and health care. Networks as providers of well-being, bilingual Finland as a work environment
Requirements
Oral and written test in Swedish, planning and preparation of material in a cooperative manner under the teacher’s supervision.
Course material
TUUNANEN, Maria & WALLINHEIMO, Kirsi. 2013. Flexvård - Svenska för högskolor, Helsinki: Otava. Other material to be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites
No prerequisite studies
Contact
Kaartinen Pekka, Ruhanen Lea


4 STYTY01 Working Life Skills, Wellfare in Work and Entrepreneuship

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
student is able to -explain the main principles of management and financial planning in the social and health care field -work as a team member -describe the factors influencing occupational well-being -explain the most important employment legislation in the service sector and the collective agreements in the social and health care sector affecting the employee -seek possibilities to provide health and social services in the private and third sectors within the limits of the legislation -market his or her own expertise and the services of his or her work community
Content
The concepts of management and organisation. Human resource management. Employment in the service sector and related contracts and legislation. Occupational well-being. Work community skills. Team work skills. Entrepreneurship in the social and health care sector. Service design, cost accounting, pricing, budgeting. Marketing thinking and methods in the work community.
Requirements
This is an online course, material can be found in Moodle - Contact teaching option is possible - Independent studying - Accepted completion of individual and group assignments, passed exams. - A graded final exam/assessed individual assignment
Course material
Material in Moodle.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites: This course can be taken when the student has gained a good understanding of the social and health care environment and of his or her own work, mainly after the second academic year. The course can be taken during the summer semester or as targeted studies to a certain student group.
Contact
Laitinen Kaija


4 TSSUUPE2 Basic Activities in Oral Health Care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • is familiar with the ethical principles and base of health care • understands the laws, decrees and regulations governing oral health care • is able to explain health care-related data security and data protection requirements and follow them in his or her work • is able to explain the basic concepts of oral health care and the process thinking principles guiding the work • is able to explain the expertise areas and operational environments of an oral hygienist • knows the professional groups and cooperation partners in oral health care • understands and uses the basic concepts of oral and dental health care • is able to record the status in an electronic patient data system following the documentation procedures • follows the principles of asepsis in the work and when maintaining the environment • understands the morphology of teeth
Content
Ethical principles and base, the Act on the Status and Rights of Patients, the Act on Health Care Professionals. Factors related to legal protection for employees. Basic concepts of oral health care, process thinking underlying the work structuring. The professional groups and cooperation partners in oral health care. Expertise areas and operational environments of an oral hygienist. Internship in oral health care. Oral and dental health care concepts. Oral health care environment. The principles of asepsis in oral health care. Documentation procedures in oral health care. Confidentiality obligation and regulations. Legislation and regulations governing data protection and security in oral health care. Electronic patient data system. Online health care services and electronic patient data system in the seamless service chain. Dental morphology
Requirements
Active participation in contact lessons, completion of assignments, exams including the websites of Duodecim and the National Institute for Health and Welfare. Semi-annual assessment of the development of skills and competence. PLE (personal learning environment). Alternative completion: Skills demonstration or work-based learning.
Course material
NELSON A, ASH A. Wheeler`s Dental Anatomy, Physiology and Occlusion. Ninth Edition. Saunders Elsevier
Contact
Holopainen Tiina


4 TSANFY1 Anatomy and Physiology

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • describe the bodily structures and functions from cells to organ systems • apply the knowledge to his or her later studies and to independent data acquisition • identify and name the anatomical structures of the head and use correct anatomical terms • explain the physiology of the masticatory system as the basis for oral health care
Content
Cell, tissue, blood, blood circulation, immune system, respiration, digestion, hormone functions. The main points of urine production, acid-base balance, senses of sight and hearing and pain, cellular biology, nervous system and musculoskeletal system. The bones of the skull. Special features of the newborn skull structure. Maxillary and mandibular morphology and anatomy. Masseter muscles. Mimetic muscles. N. Trigeminus. N.facialis. Veins and arteries of the head and neck. Salivary glands. Lymph glands of the head and neck. Oral cavity. Anatomy and function of the temporomandibular joint.
Requirements
Active participation in contact lessons and studies in the Moodle learning environment. Exercises: anatomical models and a clinical exercise (attendance required), exams and learning assignments Alternative completion: online studies, an exam
Course material
LIEBGOTT., Basis of Dentistry. Third Edition. 2011. Saunders Elsevier NELSON S, ASH M. Wheeler`s Dental Anatomy, Physiology and Occlusion. 2010. Ninth Edition. Saunders Elsevier. PAULSEN F. Sobotta Atlas of Human Anatomy. 2011. 15 Rev Ed. Churchill Livingstone. available.at www.e-sobotta.com VOLL M, WESNER K. Atlas of Anatomy, Latin Nomenclature. 2017. Third Edition. Thieme Medical Publishers Inc.
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSSUVA1 Factors Related to Oral Health

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • explain oral health-related factors • explain the importance of nutrition for oral health • apply Finnish nutrition recommendations to dietary counselling • consider various special oral health-related nutritional factors • explain fluoride and its impact on oral health • explain xylitol and its impact on oral health • explain saliva testing and analysis • provide dental erosion prevention counselling • explain the effects of tobacco, snuff and oral piercings on oral health • explain the effects of alcohol and drugs on oral health • advise the client on the use of self-care equipment, products and methods
Content
Oral health-related factors. National Nutrition Council’s nutrition recommendations. Dietary interview, interpretation and oral health-related dietary counselling based on the interview results. Dietary habits in Finland – the essential content of the Findiet Survey. Oral self-care equipment, products and methods. Fluoride and its toxicity. Xylitol. Dental erosion. Dry mouth. Saliva testing and test analyses. Oral piercings. Smoking and snuff. Alcohol, drugs and other intoxicants. Oral self-care counselling.
Requirements
An exam, completion of simulations and other learning assignments. Alternative completion: Skills demonstration or work-based learning.
Course material
http://www.treatobacco.net/en/uploads/documents/Treatment%20Guidelines/Finland%20treatment%20guidelines%20in%20Finnish%202012.pdf LUSSI A, JAEGGIL, T. 2008. Erosion - diagnosis and risk factors. Clinical Oral Investigations. G. A. Scardina and P.Messina. 2012. Good Oral Health and Diet.
Contact
Sirviö Kaarina, Aalto Sari


4 TSINFEP1 Epidemiology and Ethiology of Oral Infectious Diseases

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • masters the essential concepts of pathology and the classification of diseases • identifies the factors affecting the pathogenesis of diseases and the effects of diseases on the human body • explains the defence mechanism of the human body and the tissue healing process • explains the etiology and epidemiology of caries and the diseases of periodontium • describes mucosal changes and factors causing them
Content
The essential concepts of pathology and the classification of diseases. The pathophysiology and etiology of diseases, changes caused by diseases and the healing process. Changes in blood vessels and vascular disturbances. Benign and malignant tumours. The defence mechanism of the human body. The most common microbes and infections caused by them. Dental hard tissues, connective tissues and the histology of mucous membrane and tongue. The etiology and epidemiology of caries and periodontal diseases. Defence mechanisms of oral cavity. The etiology of the tongue and mucosal changes: local and systemic causes. Lichen change. Leukoplagia change. Oral thrush.
Requirements
An exam based on a textbook of pathology. Active participation in contact lessons, completes assignments, an exam. Alternative completion: online studies and an exam.
Course material
DARBY, M.L., WALSH, M. 2010. Dental hygiene: Theory and practice, 3 rd ed. (ss 205-233, 267-279, 313-316, 567-570, 640-643). Saunders: Elsevier.
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSGEOR1 General Diseases and Oral Health

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
Studies provide the student with • knowledge of different diseases associated with oral health • capability of producing individual treatment plan when the patient is suffering from a general disease • adequate English language and communication skills when dealing with general disease and oral health issues • the ability to use evidence-based knowledge in crisis situations • the ability to resuscitate and use a defibrillator • the ability to give first aid in emergency situations
Content
General disease affecting oral health such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and arthritis, diabetic syndrome and thyroid disease, gastrointestinal disease, renal failure and hepatic disease, eating disorders, bronchial asthma, viral hepatitis and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), epileptic disorder and Parkinson`s disease, cancer, skin- and anaemic illness. Patient case. Basic resuscitation.CPR and defibrillation. First aid in the care chain. First aid in emergency situations. The most common accidents and first aid. First aid for anaphylaxis and other emergency situations in oral health care.
Requirements
Attendance to class room teaching 75%, activities in Moodle accomplished, Patient Case –work and attendance in seminars accomplished, examination, demonstration of resuscitation skills, an exam Alternative completion: Skills demonstration and work-based learning
Course material
Darby, M.L., Walsh, M. 2010. Dental hygiene: Theory and practice (pages 753-998). Saunders: Elsevier. Fratsve-Hawley J. Evidence-Based Dentistry for Dental Hygienist. 2014. Guintessence Publishing Co. NIH. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Reserch. What Is the Relationship Between Oral Health and General Health and Well-being? https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/DataStatistics/SurgeonGeneral/sgr/part3.htm
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSLÄSU1 Medical Treatment in Oral Health Care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student The student • is familiar with the acts, decrees and ethical guidelines governing pharmacological treatment • explains the pharmacological l treatment of a patient in his or her area of responsibility • explains the administration routes, pharmaceutical forms and different categories of pharmaceuticals • explains the mechanisms of action of different categories of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical treatment for different types of diseases • explains the effect of pharmaceuticals on oral cavity and salivation • performs accurate drug calculations
Content
- Legislation governing pharmacological treatment, pharmacological treatment, patient safety, pharmaceutical forms and administration routes, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical treatment for different types of diseases , pharmaceutical products and research evidence, drug calculations
Requirements
Active participation in online studying and contact lessons, completion of learning assignments and exams Alternative completion: Skills demonstration
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSKASU1 Kariological Patient's Oral Heatlh Care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • explain the caries detection methods • perform intra-oral imaging and follow the legislation governing radiation protection • assess the main radioanatomical features of teeth and jaws • compose radiologic reports according to the radiological reporting principles • use diagnostic radiology in care needs assessment • explain the methods to prevent and treat cariological oral diseases The student is able to • explain the cariological treatment process and factors affecting that (anamnesis, care needs assessment, care plan, implementation and evaluation of the outcomes) • decide on the consultation and follow-up care needs • document status and indices • use the instruments, devices and equipment need in cariological oral health care • explain the methods of aesthetic dental care
Content
Diagnostic devices and instruments in oral health care (inspection, fiber-optic transillumination, intra-oral camera, DIAGNOdent pen). Caries lesion finding, remineralisation, demineralisation. Preventive cariological care. Cariological indices. Cariological care process, devices and materials. Dental pulp diseases and vitality tests. Bitewing radiography and panoramic radiography. Diagnostic radiography. The chemical mechanism of dental whitening treatment.
Requirements
Active participation in contact lessons, skills workshop exercise (cariological status), imaging exercises (attendance required), learning assignments and exams. Alternative completion: skills demonstration, an exam
Course material
DARBY M.L, WALSH M. 2010. Dental hygiene: Theory and practice, 3 rd ed. (sivut teoriaosioon 305-312, 316-336, 548-557, 561-566). Saunders: Elsevier. DARBY M L, WALSH M. 2010. Dental hygiene: Theory and practice, 3 rd ed. (ss 284-288, 599-604). Saunders: Elsevier. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Pit and fissure sealants for preventing dental decay in permanent teeth. 31.7.2017 http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD001830.pub5/full
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSKASU9 Practice, Cariological Patient's Oral Health Care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • follow the principles of ergonomics and asepsis • perform a cariological oral health examination and prepare a preventive care plan • apply dental sealants • provide basic cariological care and use required instruments, devices and materials • document patient data • provide aesthetic dental care • perform cariological emergency procedures • perform caries preventive procedures (caries prophylaxis) • master the maintenance process of the instruments used
Content
Cariological status, preventive cariological treatment plan, temporary filling, compomer filling, glass ionomer filling, teeth whitening and jewellery, fluoride and paste cleaning treatments, safe use and maintenance of instruments, devices and equipment needed in cariological oral health care
Requirements
Skills workshop exercises, accepted learning assignments and skills demonstrations. Alternative completion: Work-based learning
Prerequisites
Anatomy and Physiology 5 cr, Basics of Oral Health Care 5 cr, Epidemiology and Etiology of Oral Infectious Diseases 5 cr
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSKUKU2 Radiological Examinations of Skull and Rehabilitative Oral Health Care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • follows radiation protection legislation in his or her work • explains intraoral radiography • explains the utility of diagnostic radiography in care needs assessment • explains the main features of the radiographic anatomy of teeth and jaws • understands the factors negatively affecting the masticatory system • describes the symptoms of masticatory dysfunction • explains the physiotherapeutic treatment methods for temporomandibular disorders • describes his or her role in a prosthodontic care team and explains the purpose of prosthodontic care in the masticatory system rehabilitation
Content
Physical, chemical and biological properties of x-rays. Radiation legislation. STUK (The Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority in Finland). Radiography machines and equipment. General principles of radiation protection: justification, optimisation and individual dose limits. Radiation protection methods and equipment. Bitewing radiography and panoramic radiography. Basic principles of diagnostic radiography. Indications for prosthodontic care and various prosthodontic solutions. Oral health check-up for a prosthodontic patient. Oral self-care counselling for prosthodontic patients. Status recordings and periodic oral health check-ups. Typical symptoms of craniomandipular dysfunction. Physiotherapeutic treatment methods.
Requirements
Independent studies and completion of assignments, an exam.
Course material
DARBY M.L. WALSH M. 2010 Dental hygiene: Theory and practice, 3 rd ed. (ss 1044-1059, 1076-1110). Saunders: Elsevier.
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSPAROT1 Parodontological Oral Heath Care

Credits
10 ects
Objectives
The student • explains the progression and healing processes of periodontal diseases • explains the prevention methods of the diseases and periodontal treatment • explains the periodontal treatment process and factors affecting it (anamnesis, assessment of care needs, care plan and implementation, evaluation of the care outcomes) • decides on the need for consultation and follow-up care • documents oral health status and indices • knows the instruments and equipment needed in periodontal treatment • explains the stages of care needs assessment, care plan, implementation and evaluation of the outcomes on the basis of the patient’s anamnesis • performs a periodontal oral health check-up and prepares a care plan • follows the principles of ergonomics and asepsis in his or her work • masters the safe use of required instruments and equipment • explains the factors affecting self-care counselling • maintains instruments and equipment
Content
Periodontal diseases and treatment methods, periodontal pocket sample collection. Peri-implant mucositis and peri-implantitis.Occlusion and the periodontium. Periodontal status and care plan. Manual instruments, their anatomy, characteristics and uses. Anti-infection treatment. Ultrasound equipment and jet apparatus. Ergonomics and safe use and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
Requirements
Active participation in contact lessons, completion of assignments, exams, skills workshop exercises, an exam: periodontal instruments and equipment; self-assessment and internship feedback. Semi-annual assessment of the development of skills and competence. PLE
Course material
DARBY M.L, WALSH M. 2010. Dental hygiene: Theory and practice, 3 rd ed. (sivut 305-312, 316-336, 548-557, 561-566). Saunders: Elsevier. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Chlorhexidine mouthrinse as an adjunctive treatment for gingival health 31.3.2017 http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD008676.pub2/full
Prerequisites
Anatomy and Physiology 5 cr, Epidemiology and Etiology of Oral Infectious Diseases 5 cr
Contact
Holopainen Tiina, Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSORTO1 Ortodontics in Oral Health Care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • explains the concepts and process of orthodontics • identifies deviations from normal occlusion • is familiar with the orthodontic materials, devices and instruments • explains oral health check-up related to orthodontics • takes the initial mold and uses the impression making materials • uses photography in care needs planning • etches and cements a palatal or lingual arch • bonds a retention arch • provides counselling for an orthodontic patient and the family at different stages of the process • identifies factors negatively affecting the masticatory system • identifies the symptoms of occlusal dysfunction • assesses the need for follow-up care • masters physiotherapeutic dysfunction treatment methods
Content
Essential concepts and process of orthodontics, monitoring the care process, devices, instruments and materials, clinical examination in orthodontics, identification of deviations, information documentation, consultation; fixed , detachable and combination devices. Initial molds and impression making materials, palatal or lingual arch etching and cementing. Retention arch bonding. Planning preventive care for an orthodontic patient, counselling at different stages of the process. Clinical photography. Typical symptoms of craniomandibular disorders. Occlusal relaxation. Physiotherapeutic treatment methods. Posture and musculoskeletal stress.
Requirements
Active participation in contact lessons, completion of assignments, simulations and skills workshop exercises (attendance required): initial mold, orthodontic gypsum casts and occlusion index, palatal or lingual arch etching and cementing, retention arch bonding, gnathological treatment methods, clinical photography, occlusal splint, an exam.
Course material
ESKELI R.2015.Eruption pattern and occlusal development of the permanent dentition among different population and ethnic groups. http://epublications.uef.fi/pub/urn_isbn_978-952-61-1863-5/urn_isbn_978-952-61-1863-5.pdf IKÄVALKO T. 2016. Pediatric sleep disordered breathing :causes and consequences. http://epublications.uef.fi/pub/urn_isbn_978-952-61-2248-9/urn_isbn_978-952-61-2248-9.pdf
Prerequisites
Oral Health Care for Children and Adolescents 5 cr
Contact
Holopainen Tiina, Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSISUTE1 Oral Health Care of The Elderly

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • explains the principles of elderly patients’ oral health check-ups and their oral health care-related special features and needs • assesses the personality and functional capacity as well as any possible functional limitations of an elderly patient when planning his or her oral health care and implementing the plan • understands the importance of nutrition for the oral health care of the elderly • explains the effect of polypharmacy on oral health • describes different types of oral health care-related cooperation with care institutions and home care personnel • assists a patient to transfer from a wheelchair into a dental chair • provides oral health counselling for the elderly or nursing staff • defines the etiology, diagnostic methods, symptoms and treatment methods of geriatric diseases and applies that information to his or her work
Content
- Nutrition recommendations for the elderly. The principles of the oral health care check-ups of elderly patients. Oral health care-related special features and needs of the elderly. Occlusal problems in the elderly, oral diseases and polypharmacy. Functional capacity and functional limitations of elderly patients in oral health care and counselling. Geriatrics.
Requirements
Active participation in contact and online lessons, completion of learning assignments and exams.
Course material
KOMULAINEN Kaija. Oral health promotion among community-dwelling older people 2013. Väitöskirja. Itä-Suomen yliopisto PETERSEN P.E, KANDELMAN D, ARPIN S & OGAWA H. 2010. Global oral health of older people – Call for public health action. Community Dental Health 27, (Supplement 2) 257–268. http://www.who.int/oral_health/action/groups/oral_health_older_people.pdf
Contact
Holopainen Tiina, Äijö Marja


4 TSLANUO1 Oral Health Care of Children and Adolescent

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • explain the role of a dental hygienist in child health clinics and school health care • explain the responsibilities of the oral health care personnel specified in the Child Welfare Act • explain factors influencing the development of children’s and adolescents’ eating behaviours • explain the effects of children’s diseases and pharmaceuticals on oral health • explain the growth and development of the masticatory system • describe normal occlusion • describe the periodontal diseases of children and adolescents • explain the special features of children’s caries treatment • describe the most common tooth and jaw injuries of children and adolescents • perform oral health check-ups for children of different ages • provide oral self-care counselling for a child, an adolescent and families
Content
Children and adolescents as oral health care clients, oral health care in child health clinics and school health care, the responsibilities of oral health care personnel in child protection, childhood diseases, pharmaceuticals and children’s oral health. Factors influencing children’s eating habits. Breastfeeding and sucking habits. Development and growth of jaws, primary tooth eruption, teeth changing stages. The sectors of children’s oral check-ups. Periodontal diseases of children and adolescents and caries treatment. Fluoride, tooth and jaw injuries
Requirements
Active participation in contact lessons, completion of learning assignments and simulation and skills workshop exercises (passed-failed), exams
Course material
ESKELI R.2015.Eruption pattern and occlusal development of the permanent dentition among different population and ethnic groups. http://epublications.uef.fi/pub/urn_isbn_978-952-61-1863-5/urn_isbn_978-952-61-1863-5.pdf IKÄVALKO T. 2016. Pediatric sleep disordered breathing :causes and consequences. http://epublications.uef.fi/pub/urn_isbn_978-952-61-2248-9/urn_isbn_978-952-61-2248-9.pdf http://www.treatobacco.net/en/uploads/documents/Treatment%20Guidelines/Finland%20treatment%20guidelines%20in%20Finnish%202012.pdf Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Fluoride mouthrinses for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents. 29.7.2016 http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD002284.pub2/full
Contact
Holopainen Tiina, Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSOHMAS1 Counselling Customer's Oral Self-care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • explains the importance of learning and counselling concepts for an individual counselling process • uses motivational methods in oral self-care counselling • promotes individual and community participation in oral self-care • applies counselling methods to his or her work with clients from different cultural backgrounds • uses various digital communication channels in oral self-care counselling • explains the treatment methods for patients with fear • understands the AVEKKI action pattern and is motivated to work accordingly • is able to prevent and manage threatening and violent situation in a dialogical manner
Content
Strengthening client participation in health promotion. Motivational methods. Various communication channels in health promotion, eg digital methods. Oral self-care counselling for children and clients from different cultural backgrounds. Oral health care and counselling for patients with fear. The AVEKKI action pattern and applying it to different operational environments.
Requirements
Active participation in contact lectures, assignment. Participation in AVEKKI lessons is compulsory.
Contact
Sirviö Kaarina


4 TSSULÄ1 Stomatology for Dental Hygienist

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • apply the perioperative care process thinking to structuring oral surgery work • follow the principles of asepsis when preparing the oral surgery care environment and when assisting in oral surgery • identify the most common oral surgery procedures, instruments , equipment and other materials • remove stitches and place surgical paste • describe sampling and required instruments • explain the pain management methods in oral health care • give surface, gum pocket and infiltration analgesias • describe local and general analgesia-related complications • assume responsibility for safe medication in his or her area of responsibility • prescribe medication needed in dental hygienist’s work
Content
Perioperative care process in oral surgery. Care needs assessment of an oral surgery patient, advice on follow-up treatment. Oral surgical instruments, equipment and materials. Surgical procedures and sampling. Surgical hand disinfection and dressing in sterile clothing. Types of sutures and removal of stitches. Nitrous oxide sedation. Premedication. General anaesthesia. Nerve block anaesthesia, infiltration, surface and gum pocket analgesias. Analgesic equipment and techniques. Local and general analgesia-related complications. Safe pharmacological services in the dental clinic. Interpretation of prescriptions. Writing a pro auctore prescription and prescription records.
Requirements
Active participation in online studies and in contact lessons and simulations, completion of assignments, exams. Alternative completion: Skills demonstration or work-based learning
Course material
BAART J A & BRAND H S. Local Anaesthetic in Dentistry. 2011. Wiley-Blackwell. DARBY M.L, WALSH M. 2010. Dental hygiene: Theory and practice, 3 rd ed. (ss 195-204, 732-764) Saunders: Elsevier. LOGOTHETIS D D. Local Anaesthesia for the Dental Hygienist. 2012. Elsevier Mosby.
Prerequisites
Anatomy and Physiology 5 cr, Cariological Oral Health Care 5 cr, Parodontological Oral Health Care 10 cr and Internship: Cariological Oral Health Care 5 cr
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSBEPRA1 Current Best Practises in Oral Health

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
After the studies the student is provided with • capability of studying in the network cooperation using different methods and techniques within the Dental Hygiene Programs in Nordic and Baltic countries • skills to develop the practices within the subject of Oral Health Science • capability of the different best practices in oral health care to broaden and to deepen her/his knowledge
Content
Different best practices in oral health care: The role of caries risk assessment methods in the development of preventive programmes (Latvia). Prevention of oral diseases among children in period of primary and mixed dentition (Lithuania). Xylitol and motivational interviewing method and TeachBack method in oral health promotion (Finland).
Requirements
The learning activities. Self-assessment, peer-assessment.
Course material
All needed literature is online and will be provided at the beginning of the course.
Contact
Sirviö Kaarina, Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSPERHE9 Practice, Oral Health Care of Families

Credits
15 ects
Objectives
The student • follows the ethical guidelines and legislation related to oral health care • follows the principles of work and patient safety • uses the most common oral health care equipment • uses the electronic patient data system • performs oral health check-ups ( children, adolescents and grown-ups) • performs complementary examinations (saliva tests, radiographic examinations) and analyses • identifies the periodontal diseases of children and adolescents • identifies cariological and periodontal oral health care needs • prepares a periodontal oral care plan in cooperation with a bachelor of dentistry • performs anti-infection treatment • performs infection prevention oral health care for children and adolescents • uses motivational and participatory methods in oral health promotion • provides patients with nutritional and oral health counselling and advises them on the use of fluoride and xylitol products
Content
Oral health care for families in the teaching clinic of the North Savo Hospital District.
Requirements
Writing down the starting level and objectives. Completion of data protection and security training. Participation in patient data system training. Participation in the introduction to clinical work. First aid exercise. Completion of internship (attendance required). Self-assessment and evaluation, participation in a feedback and evaluation discussion. Semi-annual assessment of the development of skills and competence. PLE.
Contact
Holopainen Tiina, Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSKUNSU9 Practice, Rehabilitative Oral Health Care

Credits
10 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • provide aesthetic oral health care • use proper strategies to manage patients with dental fear • participate in the orthodontic process in his or her area of responsibility • use orthodontic materials, devices and instruments • document oral health check-ups related to orthodontics • provide oral self-care counselling for an orthodontic patient • recognise the need for TMD treatment and provide follow-up care counselling • identify normal occlusion and deviations from that • provide counselling for an orthodontic patient and the family at different stages of the process • assess and develop motivational and participatory working methods • assess his or her patient’s periodontal oral health care process • identify factors affecting the oral health status of elderly patients • plan oral health care for elderly patients considering the special features affecting the planning
Content
Oral health care work in the teaching clinic of the North Savo Hospital District or during foreign exchange
Requirements
Writing down the starting level and objectives, completion of internship, self-assessment and evaluation, internship feedback.
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja, Holopainen Tiina


4 TSSUER1 Oral Health Care for Patients with Special Needs

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • explains the special features of oral health care for clients with different disabilities and oral cancer • explains the special features of oral health care for mental health rehabilitation clients • explains basic oral health care procedures • explains the special features of oral health care for tracheotomised, intubated patients • explains the special features of oral health care in palliative care
Content
A dental hygienist in oral health care provided for special needs clients/patients. Oral health care for special needs clients/patients. Different aids in oral health care. A special needs client at home and in a care institution. Assisting a patient with mobility and eating, respiratory tract suction. Health care in emergency conditions.
Requirements
Active participation in online and contact lessons and simulation exercises, completion of assignments, exams. Semi-annual assessment of the development of skills and competence. PLE. Alternative completion: work-based learning, an exam.
Contact
Holopainen Tiina


4 TSSUER9 Practice, Oral Health Care for Patients with Special Needs

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • is able to consider the special features of oral health care for clients with different disabilities and oral cancer • considers the special features of oral health care for mental health rehabilitation clients • provides basic oral health care for patients • understands the special features of oral health care for tracheotomised, intubated patients • understands the special features of oral health care in palliative care
Content
Internship in different social and health care organisations and in the third sector
Requirements
Writing down the starting level and objectives, completion of internship, self-assessment and internship feedback.
Contact
Holopainen Tiina


4 TSASLÄHT9 Practice, Customer-oriented Oral Health Care

Credits
20 ects
Objectives
The student is able to • work as an responsible care team member and develop the team functions • assess and develop his or her work methods and practices • work in child health clinics and school health care • create a participatory care relationship to promote a client’s oral self-care • assess the effects of life situation and lifestyle on oral health • examine oral health care needs of individuals, families and communities and plan oral health care based on the assessment • perform periodontal and cariological treatments and assess the outcomes • assess the periodontal and cariological consultation and follow-up care needs • perform gnathological treatment • perform orthodontic treatment • explain oral surgical care
Content
Internship in a health centre and/or during foreign exchange
Requirements
Writing down the starting level and objectives. Completion of internship. Self-assessment and evaluation, internship feedback.
Contact
Ruokokoski Tarja


4 TSFPUR1 Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and Treatment Methods

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • assesses pain and its classification according to its pathogenesis • examines temporomandibular disorders and draws conclusions from the results • uses physiotherapeutic and cognitive treatment methods for temporomandibular disorders • is familiar with the pain management methods for temporomandibular disorders (laser therapy, ultrasound, acupuncture etc.) • provide self-care counselling for patients with temporomandibular disorders
Content
Pain, pain assessment and treatment methods. Examining temporomandibular disorders. Mobilisation exercises, physiotherapeutic and cognitive treatment methods. Self-care counselling for patients with temporomandibular disorders.
Requirements
Active participation in contact lessons, completion of learning assignments and skills workshop exercises (attendance required).
Course material
To be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites
Professional studies (physiotherapy students) All studies of five previous semesters must be completed.(dental hygiene students)
Contact
Ruotsalainen Anna-Leena, Sirviö Kaarina


4 STSYVPÄ1 Advanced cariological oral health care

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student • explains and assesses the effects of tobacco, snuff, alcohol and other intoxicants on health • identifies a client’s tobacco and substance addiction • provides addiction counselling for clients of different ages and uses motivational methods in the counselling work • works in multiprofessional cooperation to support clients in recovery from tobacco and other intoxicant use
Content
The effects of tobacco, snuff, alcohol and other intoxicants on health. The process of recovering from the use of tobacco and other intoxicants, related counselling and motivational methods. Multiprofessional cooperation in the recovery process and sobriety promotion.
Requirements
Studying in the Moodle learning environment, active participation in contact lessons; learning assignments
Course material
To be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites
All studies of five previous semesters must be completed.
Other considerations
Target group: Nursing and dental hygiene students. Part of the course will be taken together with the pharmacy and medical students of the University of Eastern Finland. Counselling Smokers, Multiprofessional Smoking Cessation Counselling (2 cr)
Contact
Suhonen Maija, Lappalainen Raija, Sirviö Kaarina


4 SAVONT1 Thesis

Credits
15 ects
Objectives
Student can - choose a topic for thesis that is suitable for his or her field and his or her professional development and justify the choice from different perspectives - plan and implement a working life oriented research and development work based on the needs of the user/client - apply scientific and evidence-based information in the thesis process and in the development of his or her expertise - appropriately use research and development methods or artistic methods that are suitable for his or her professional field and for the topic of the thesis - prepare a clearly defined, logical and professionally appropriate report on his or her thesis - evaluate the essential contents, results or output of his or her thesis and justify their significance from the perspectives of his or her field, the client’s/user’s need and his or her professional development - evaluate his or her thesis process, its reliability and ethicality as well as his or her professional growth and learning during the work - cooperate in a flexible manner with players involved in the thesis process and demonstrate his or her expertise - take the maturity test on his or her thesis.
Content
SAVONT1 Thesis 15 ECTS ONT10: Planning the thesis (5 ECTS) - orientation to thesis and its preparation - choice and definition of topic - preparation of thesis plan and compilation of background material ONT20 Implementation of thesis process (5 ECTS) - preparation of thesis - results/output of thesis ONT30 Finalising the thesis (5 ECTS) - reporting and publication of thesis ONT40 Maturity test
Requirements
The thesis is always working life oriented. It may take the form of a a) development work planned and implemented by a student or a group of students to meet the user's or client's needs. Development may focus on a product, service, process, working method, learning material or instruction, digital material, supervised activity etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output and the need for further development in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. b) research-based thesis, in which a student or a group of student approaches a practical problem or item to be developed with appropriate research methods. The student shall prepare a report describing the planning, implementation and results of the thesis and interpreting the results. c) production, in which a student of a group of students demonstrates competence as an expert or as an artist by planning and implementing an event, a seminar, an artistic performance etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. d) compiled thesis, in which parts planned as a thesis (e.g. projects) are implemented and reported. In the written synthesis, article or other publication, which is part of the thesis, the student shall present the essential results/output in a form that is suitable for the professional field in question. The student shall choose either SAVONT1 or SAVONT2 as the form of completion.
Course material
The student shall acquire the material required for the thesis him or herself. Savonia’s thesis reporting instructions
Prerequisites
Method studies in accordance with the curriculum of the degree programme
Other considerations
The student may adapt the Thesis course to a schedule that is appropriate to his or her work.
Contact
Linden Jari


5 SOTEONT10 Thesis Planning

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student can - choose a topic that is relevant for the development of both the field of study and his/her own expertise - motivate his/her topic choice from various viewpoints - create a thesis topic description and complete it into a thesis plan (=work plan) - work flexibly with other people and parties involved in the thesis process - present his /her knowledge and skills.
Content
selecting a thesis topic and narrowing it down - writing a thesis topic description - signing an agreement on thesis project and supervision - finding a thesis supervisor - information retrieval - writing a thesis plan (= work plan) and finding source material
Requirements
participation in thesis info sessions, writing a thesis topic description, independent work, information retrieval, presenting a thesis plan (=work plan) in a thesis seminar.
Course material
The student acquires the material required in the thesis process independently. Savonia Reporting Instructions.
Prerequisites
Research methodology studies of the degree programme.
Other considerations
The student may create an individual yet appropriate timetable for the thesis process.
Contact


5 SOTEONT20 Thesis Implementation

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student can - implement a working-life-oriented research and development project, which meets the needs of a user/client - apply scientific and evidence-based knowledge to the thesis process in order to increase and develop his/her expertise - create a report that is concise and logical and meets the professional standards of his/her field of study. - assess the main contents, results and outcomes of the thesis and discuss their relevance to the field, the needs of a user/the client and the development of his/her expertise - work flexibly with other people and parties involved in the process and demonstrate his/her expertise
Content
working independently on the thesis - guidance related to the various phases of the thesis - the results/outcome of the thesis - presentation of the thesis in a seminar
Requirements
Independent studies and information retrieval.
Course material
The student acquires the material required in the thesis process independently. Savonia Reporting Instructions.
Prerequisites
Research methodology studies of the degree programme. Thesis Planning -course (5 cr).
Other considerations
The student may set an individual yet appropriate timetable for his/her thesis process.
Contact


5 SOTEONT30 Thesis Finalisation

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student can - create a report that is concise and logical and meets the professional standards of his/her field of study - assess the main contents, results and outcomes of the thesis and discuss their relevance to the field, the needs of a user/the client and the development of his/her expertise - assess the thesis process, its reliability and ethicalness as well as his/her professional growth and development - work flexibly with other people and parties involved in the process and demonstrate his/her expertise - write a maturity test essay on the thesis process.
Content
- finalizing the thesis as well as writing and editing the report based on the feedback received in the thesis seminar and from the thesis supervisor - detection of plagiarism - submitting the thesis for assessment
Requirements
Independent studies and information retrieval.
Course material
The student acquires any material needed in the thesis process independently. Savonia Reporting instructions.
Prerequisites
Research methodology studies of the degree programme. Thesis Planning -course (5 cr). Thesis Implementation -course (5 cr).
Other considerations
The student may set an individual yet appropriate timetable for the thesis process.
Contact


5 SOTEONT40 Maturity Test

Objectives
student can - write the maturity test showing expertise in the field of his/her studies and proficiency in communication and language skills - discuss the maturity test assignment in a logical manner, showing professional competence and with relevance to the assignmnet questions - summarise his/her thesis and focus on the essential concepts, facts and findings - write a professional text in the appropriate style and without grammar mistakes.
Content
Enrolling to and writing the maturity test.
Requirements
student enrols to the maturity test after his/her thesis has been submitted for assessment.The student in an international degree programme who has completed his/her school education in Finnish or Swedish writes the maturity test in Finnish or Swedish. The student who has completed his/her school education abroad or in a language other than Finnish or Swedish writes the maturity test in the language of instruction of the degree programme in question.
Course material
student receives the maturity test assignment after entering the examination classroom.
Contact


4 SAVONT2 Thesis

Credits
15 ects
Objectives
Student can - choose a topic for thesis that is innovative for his or her field and his or her professional development and justify the choice from different perspectives - plan and implement a working life oriented research and development work based on the needs of the user/client - apply scientific and evidence-based information in the thesis process and in the development of his or her expertise - appropriately use research and development methods or artistic methods that are suitable for his or her professional field and for the topic of the thesis - prepare a clearly defined, logical and professionally appropriate report on his or her thesis - evaluate the essential contents, results or output of his or her thesis and justify their significance from the perspectives of his or her field, the client’s/user’s need and his or her professional development - evaluate his or her thesis process, its reliability and ethicality as well as his or her professional growth and learning during the work - cooperate in a flexible manner with players involved in the thesis process and demonstrate his or her expertise - take the maturity test on his or her thesis.
Content
SAVONT2 Thesis 15 ECTS: ONT50 Thesis, project 1 (5 ECTS), ONT60 Thesis, project 2 (5 ECTS), ONT70 Synthesis and publication of thesis projects (5 ECTS), ONT80 Maturity test
Requirements
The thesis is always working life oriented. It may take the form of a a) development work planned and implemented by a student or a group of students to meet the user's or client's needs. Development may focus on a product, service, process, working method, learning material or instruction, digital material, supervised activity etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output and the need for further development in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. b) research-based thesis, in which a student or a group of student approaches a practical problem or item to be developed with appropriate research methods. The student shall prepare a report describing the planning, implementation and results of the thesis and interpreting the results. c) production, in which a student of a group of students demonstrates competence as an expert or as an artist by planning and implementing an event, a seminar, an artistic performance etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. d) compiled thesis, in which parts planned as a thesis (e.g. projects) are implemented and reported. In the written synthesis, article or other publication, which is part of the thesis, the student shall present the essential results/output in a form that is suitable for the professional field in question. The student shall choose either SAVONT1 or SAVONT2 as the form of completion.
Course material
The student shall acquire the material required for the thesis him or herself. Savonia’s thesis reporting
Prerequisites
Method studies in accordance with the curriculum of the degree programme.
Other considerations
The student may adapt the Thesis course to a schedule that is appropriate to his or her work.
Contact
Linden Jari


5 SOTEONT50 Thesis Project 1

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
- implement a working-life-oriented research and development project, which meets the needs of a user/client - apply scientific and evidence-based or artistic methods to the thesis process in order to increase and develop his/her expertise - work flexibly with other people and parties involved in the process and demonstrate his/her expertise
Content
Planning, implementation and reporting on a project.
Requirements
Presenting the project plan. Approval of the the project plan. Independent studies and information retrieval. Implementation of the project. Reporting on the project.
Course material
The student acquires any material needed in the thesis project independently. Savonia Reporting instructions.
Prerequisites
Research methodology studies of the degree programme.
Other considerations
The student may set an individual yet appropriate timetable for the thesis process.
Contact


5 SOTEONT60 Thesis Project 2

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
The student can - implement a working-life-oriented research and development project, which meets the needs of a user/client - apply scientific and evidence-based or artistic methods to the thesis process in order to increase and develop his/her expertise - work flexibly with other people and parties involved in the process and demonstrate his/her expertise
Content
Planning, implementation and reporting on a project.
Requirements
Presenting the project plan. Approval of the the project plan. Independent studies and information retrieval. Implementation of the project. Reporting on the project.
Course material
The student acquires any material needed in the thesis project independently. Savonia Reporting instructions.
Prerequisites
Research methodology studies of the degree programme.
Other considerations
The student may set an individual yet appropriate timetable for the thesis process.
Contact


5 SOTEONT70 Finalising The Thesis Projects

Credits
5 ects
Objectives
he student can - assess the main contents, results and outcomes of the thesis and discuss their relevance to the field, the needs of a user/the client and the development of his/her expertise - assess the thesis process, its reliability and ethicalness as well as his/her professional growth and development - create a report, article or other publication that is concise and logical and meets the professional standards of his/her field of study
Content
Creating a report, article or other publication that presents the main results/outcomes in a format that meets the professional standards of the field. Presenting the thesis projects in a seminar.
Requirements
Reporting on the thesis projects. Presentation of the thesis projects in a seminar.
Course material
The student acquires any material needed in the thesis process independently. Savonia Reporting instructions.
Prerequisites
Research methodology studies of the degree programme. SOTEONT50 Thesis Project 1 SOTEONT60 Thesis Project 2.
Other considerations
The student may set an individual yet appropriate timetable for the thesis process.
Contact


5 SOTEONT80 Maturity Test

Objectives
- write the maturity test showing expertise in the field of his/her studies and proficiency in communication and language skills - discuss the maturity test assignment in a logical manner, showing professional competence and with relevance to the assignmnet questions - summarise his/her thesis and focus on the essential concepts, facts and findings - write a professional text in the appropriate style and without grammar mistakes.
Content
Enrolling to and writing the maturity test.
Requirements
The thesis supervisor prepares maturity test questions on the student's thesis content. The student answers the question(s) of his/her choice.
Course material
The student is not allowed to bring any material to the examination room. The maturity test comprises about four pages of text written by the student or 400-600 word. The student can spend up to three hours (3x60 min) on the test.
Prerequisites
Completion of LIONT50 Thesis Project 1 and LIONT60 Thesis Project 2.
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