Human Errors in Nursing - Viewpoints on Patient Safety (2cr)

Code: C-02472-BA00DP27-3001

General information

Enrolment period: 01.08.2025 - 10.05.2026; Registration for the implementation has begun.

Timing: 01.08.2025 - 31.05.2026; Implementation is running.

Credits: 2 cr

Institution: Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences, SeAMK Seinäjoki, Kampustalo

Teaching languages: English

Seats: 0 - 80

Course: C-02472-BA00DP27

Objectives (course unit)

The student searches and recognizes factors that are influencing on patient safety. The student learns the main concepts of patient safety and understands what kind of human errors in nursing are jeopardizing the patient safety. The student uses evidence based critical thinking while observing the nursing environment. The student learns how to prevent and how to report on risk factors in patient safety. The student learns to act professionally and maintaining patient safety.

Content (course unit)

Main concepts of patient safety. Legislation in patient safety. Documentation on errors and close-call situations. Human factors related to patient safety in nursing.

Prerequisites (course unit)

This course is suitable for second year students who have done at least two clinical training periods. The course is held fully online and it is done independently.

Location and time

FULLY INDEPENDENT ONLINE STUDY The studies allow for completion according to your own schedule.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment is based on reflective learner's diary where the student demonstrates his/ her competencies in patient safety. Learner's diary is evaluated accepted/ to be completed.

Teaching methods

FULLY INDEPENDENT ONLINE STUDY: The study is conducted online in the Moodle learning environment. The study is carried out independently at your own pace during the implementation period. The study does not include joint meetings or pair or group work. The student familiarizes themselves with the theoretical material, completes online assignments / practice project / exam according to the given instructions. The study requires independent work and scheduling.

Learning materials

Studying requires special equipment: laptop or computer and headphones.

Student workload

The workload of the study is designed so that one credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of student work to achieve the learning objectives. The actual time required varies individually, e.g., due to prior knowledge.