Yhteisöpedagogin ammatillisuus - Samhällspedagogens yrkesbild (5cr)

Objective

Students will be able to
- recognise the value base of their chosen field and the ethical starting points of working with people
- recognise the decision-making, service and advocacy systems of Finnish society
- recognise the key scientific rationales and knowledge base of their chosen field
- recognise the core competence areas of the Community Educator qualification
- demonstrate knowledge of the work environments and career paths of community educators.

Content

Students will be introduced to the work of community educators and possible career options. Students will develop basic knowledge of the value and knowledge base that underpins the programme and of the key areas of expertise. The course provides the basis for a community educator’s professional mind-set and identity development.