Information Package

Program of Elderly Care

YB199

SUMMER PRACTICE

Course Code
YB199
Semester
Second Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
0 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study1
SemesterSecond Term (Spring)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. If you change the old maintenance programs in theory and practice courses, you will use them in application areas.
  2. Creates and implements an individualized care plan by evaluating the needs of elderly individuals with a holistic approach.
  3. Establishes effective and empathic communication with elderly individuals and health personnel in the institution.
  4. Acts in accordance with ethical principles in elderly care services and acts with the awareness of professional responsibility.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course enables students in the Elderly Care Program to apply the theoretical knowledge and professional skills acquired during their education in institutions providing care services for older adults. During the internship, students assess the basic needs of older adults, participate in care practices related to activities of daily living, communicate effectively with older adults and their families, and gain professional experience in accordance with ethical principles.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Clinical Practice
2nd Week Clinical Practice
3rd Week Clinical Practice
4th Week Clinical Practice
5th Week Clinical Practice
6th Week Clinical Practice
Recommended or Required ReadingTouhy, T. A., & Jett, K. F. (2021). Ebersole and Hess' Gerontological Nursing & Healthy Aging (6th ed.). Elsevier.
Yeager, J. J., Winton, M. B., & Meiner, S. E. (2025). Gerontologic Nursing (7th ed.). Elsevier.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Practice
  • Case Study
  • Problem Solving
  • Report Preparation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Practice 1 100
Total(%) 100
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 0
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation) 30 5 150
Final exam
Homework
Total Work Load150
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)Yes
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