Teaching starts Spring

Language of instruction Norwegian

Learning outcomes On successful completion of the course, students should be able to: describe the most significant psychological theories which explain the human being´s normal development give an account of various educational aspects and principles for instruction and guidance give an account of various communication aspects and communication forms apply various forms of communication understand why power and powerlessness are relational aspects by nursing practice

Course contents ECTS credits distribution based on the National Curriculum: Psychology and education 5 credits Communication, interaction and conflict management 4 credits Sociology and socio-anthropology 1 credits The objective of the course is that the students acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of psychology, education, communication, sociology and socio-anthropology to be able to practice nursing. Topics: Psychological development theories Social learning theory Educational needs of nursing staff Educational theory Instruction, guidance, counselling and health information Communication theory Communication techniques and - skills Institutionalisation

Teaching methods Lectures, study groups and exercises. Compulsory participation in communication exercises.

Examination requirement Completed exercises in communication. For more details please consult the students' learning management system Fronter (course SV-118). Participated at compulsory instruction as described in the students' learning management system Fronter (course SV-118), or compensated with an alternative course requirement.

Assessment methods and criteria A graded 4-hour written individual examination. Please consult the students' learning management system Fronter (course SV-118) for examination guidelines.

Type of course Theoretical, compulsory

Level of course First cycle

Year of study First year

Name of lecturer/contact person Study programme Coordinator: Marthe M. Fensli (marthe.m.fensli@uia.no)

Recommended or required reading Available on request

Mode of delivery Face-to-face