Therapeutic Exercises, Clinical Practice (2 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

The student
- can measure physical condition and design a progressive training program based on the results
- evaluates and analyses the effects of therapeutic training
- can use the methods of therapeutic training to improve a person’s well-being

Content (course unit)

- training of muscular strength
- training of flexibility and stretching
- movement control
- measurement of physical condition by indirect bicycle ergometer test and walking test
- putting health related fitness into practice

Prerequisites (course unit)

In order to be able to attend the module, the student has to have passed the required exercises and examinations.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Evaluation criteria, pass/fail:
A passed mark is the result of:
- the student being able to apply their knowledge depending on the situation at hand
- the student being able to justify their methods
- the student completing tasks given to them
- the student being able to work in collaboration with colleagues
- the student taking responsibility of their actions and consequences of them, and having the capability of knowing the limits of their knowledge

A failed mark is the result of:
- the student using theoritical knowledge falsely and without justification
- the student leaving given tasks unfinished
- the student having a negative attitude towards feedback
- the student disregarding patient safety
- the student not willing to collaborate
- the student not working according to the duty of secrecy
- the student not taking ethical issues into consideration

Location and time

Weeks 19-20

Exam schedules

There is no separate exam for guided practice.
The internship is evaluated as pass/fail and the written work on the internship is a learning diary, which is returned by the agreed date
accepted / rejected.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Practical training at an internship obtained by the student or given tasks

Learning materials

Study material and recommended literature related to theory and practice lessons

Student workload

The number of working hours per week is 35 hours of practical work and five (5) hours of written work.
The total amount for guided training is 81 hours. (orientation, training, written work, reflection)

Content scheduling

The training period is scheduled for weeks 19 - 20 (reflection of the training in week 21)

Completion alternatives

If necessary, it will be agreed on a student-by-student basis

Practical training and working life cooperation

Student obtains an internship by her/himself.
The student reports the contact person and details of the internship to the teacher in charge of the course by the agreed time.
Information time for students related to internships can be found in the timetable at the latest at the beginning of the period.