Degree Programme in Radiography and Radiotherapy: Radiografian ja sädehoidon koulutusohjelma
Code: 13RASA
- Degree title
- Bachelor of Health Care
- Credits
- 210 ects
- Duration
- 3.5 years (210 cr)
- Start semester
- Autumn 2013
Description
Students of Degree Programme in Radiography and Radiotherapy graduate as Bachelors of Health care. The degree is comparable with the equivalent degrees in other EU countries (EQF 6). After graduation the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health grants the professional licenses to work as a radiographer.
The core competences of radiographers are radiographic examinations (x-ray, nuclear medicine, and ultrasound and magnetic resonance examinations), related procedures, radiotherapy and patient care as well as guidance and safe medical use of ionizing radiation. During the education, the students acquire abilities for development and evaluation of their own professional activities and radiography and radiotherapy as well as for entrepreneurship and international affairs. The aim is to create multidisciplinary professionals of Evidence Based Radiography.
The technology used in diagnostic radiography and radiotherapy requires radiographers to have applied knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences as well as applications of medical technology and information technology. The clinical treatments call for know-how in medicine and nursing science. Development of the quality of radiography and radiotherapy requires mastering the scientific research process, which enables radiographers to write reports and carry out development tasks and utilise them in their work both on the national and international level. Prerequisites for radiographers are good Finnish language and communication skills. The oral and written language skills in Swedish are required of state officials functioning in a position requiring a higher education in a bilingual office (Civil Service Language Proficiency Certificate; the competence level B1 = satisfactory, B2 = good, CEF*)
Radiographers are experts of using ionizing radiation in the field of medicine. Radiographers are responsible, both as individuals and as members of the medical staff, for the diagnostic radiography, related procedures and radiotherapy scheduled for the patient. In their work, radiographers face clients/patients of different ages and with different cultural backgrounds and different medical conditions, which requires them to make decisions rapidly, ethically and economically. The work in field of radiography demands customer service skills.
Professional status
Radiographers work in both public and private health care sectors in Finland and abroad. In addition to the field of health care, they can work in private companies and veterinary services, as well as supervising industrial radiation use.
Basic values of education
Basic values of Degree Programme in Radiography and Radiotherapy are respect for human dignity and individuals, confidentiality, responsibility and high-level professional activity; safe use of medical radiation in radiography and radiotherapy.
Teaching methods
The teaching methods include lectures, group work, exercises; computer assisted teaching, independent study and clinical training to enhance professional skills. The studies are implemented according to an investigative work approach. The students develop skills for independent work and mastery of information systems and information search. Students take part in working life projects e.g. measure patients’ radiation exposure during diagnostic examinations.
Learning outcomes of programme/academic year
After the first academic year the students can act in the learning and operating environment of the University of Applied Sciences and know their degree programme and future profession in the health care system. Students can use their knowledge and skills in mathematics, natural sciences, anatomy and physiology in the professional studies. Students can act in patient care and emergency care and examination situations. Students know how to work as team members in plain x-ray examinations.
During the second academic year students expand their skills in client-oriented radiography (including nuclear medicine) and radiotherapy, and after orientation students are able to work as team members or independently in radiography. Students respect clients, their close relatives and co-workers and work accordingly. Students act in accordance with legislation in situations of medical radiation use. Students know how to use radiological equipment and the related instruments safely. Students are familiarized with the basics of scientific research and they can use foreign language in interaction situations.
During the third academic year students get to know the structure of Finnish health care system, legislation and administration of radiotherapy and radiography units. Students can optimise the radiation exposure of patients. Students know quality management issues concerning radiography and radiotherapy work. Students act in a client-oriented manner and as responsible team members in radiography (including nuclear medicine) and radiotherapy. Students write their Bachelor’s thesis under supervision. A part of the studies may also be completed in international student exchange. Before international student exchange students have to take Orientation and report for studying / training abroad, 3 cu. Radiography and radiotherapy students can act temporarily in certified radiographer duties after they have completed 2/3 of their studies.
During the fourth academic year students are deepening their professional skills and knowledge in free-choice studies. Students can act as team members utilising the national and international research data on their own field. Students act as specialists of radiation protection and can optimise the radiation exposure of patients. Students are independently and as team members in charge of radiological examinations, related procedures and radiotherapy ordered to the patient. In their work, students can face clients/patients of different ages and with different cultural backgrounds and different medical conditions, which requires them to make decisions rapidly, ethically and economically. Students have basic knowledge of entrepreneurship. During the Bachelor’s thesis process the students’ investigative and critical approach to work has developed and they can defend their Bachelor’s thesis and participate in peer review.
Curriculum development and working life cooperation
Development of the curriculum is carried out in co-operation with Degree Programme in Radiography and Radiotherapy advisory board members.
Further information
Clinical practice related to curriculum is fulfilled in radiographer supervision/guidance in radiological, nuclear medicine and radiotherapy departments.
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| Code | Name | Credits (cr) | 2013-2014 | 2014-2015 | 2015-2016 | 2016-2017 | Autumn 2013 | Spring 2014 | Autumn 2014 | Spring 2015 | Autumn 2015 | Spring 2016 | Autumn 2016 | 1. / 2013 | 2. / 2013 | 3. / 2014 | 4. / 2014 | 1. / 2014 | 2. / 2014 | 3. / 2015 | 4. / 2015 | 1. / 2015 | 2. / 2015 | 3. / 2016 | 4. / 2016 | 1. / 2016 | 2. / 2016 |
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| Total | 210 |
TAMK Generic Competences
TAMK’s generic competences mean such competences that every graduating student of TAMK should have. These competences are mainly learnt inside courses with the support of diverse teaching methods, but the fields of study may also offer specific courses on some of the themes.
Common Competencies in Health Care and Social Services
Radiography and Radiotherapy Competences
Degree Certificate - Bachelors's degree (EQF6)
Structuring for Degree Certificate for Bachelor's Degree, according to AMK legislation. (Basic model).
Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.