HOLISTIC APPROACH TO FOOT AND NAIL DISEASES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PDP207	HOLISTIC APPROACH TO FOOT AND NAIL DISEASES	3	2	2	3

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer ALMİNA DURMUŞ KOÇ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ALMİNA DURMUŞ KOÇ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	To teach foot and nail diseases, necessary care and applications.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Nail Anatomy, hand anatomy, nail and skin diseases, Manicure and Pedicure should not be done, Knowledge of Tools and Equipment Used; Manicure Application, Foot Anatomy-Foot Diseases, Situations That Should Not Be Done Pedicure Application-Tools and Equipment Used, False Nails and Systems, Nail Decoration, Nail Decals and Adhesives, Nail Decoration Applications.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
To be equipped with the basic knowledge in the field of health sciences and to be competent in applying this knowledge.
They can communicate with patients in an informative and effective way and take necessary actions.
They identify the related problems in line with scientific data/evidence and produce solutions.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Nail Anatomy	-
2	-	Nail and Skin Diseases Affecting Manicure and Pedicure	-
3	-	Situations in which Manicure and Pedicure should not be done - Information on Tools and Equipment Used	-
4	-	Hand anatomy	-
5	-	Manicure Application	-
6	-	Foot Anatomy	-
7	-	Foot Diseases	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Situations in which Pedicure should not be applied - Tools and Equipment Used	-
10	-	Foot massage	-
11	-	False Nails And Systems	-
12	-	Nail Decoration (Drawing)	-
13	-	Decorating Nails with Stickers and Decals	-
14	-	Nail Decoration Applications	-
15	-	General discussion	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Tüzün, Y., (1993), Tırnak Hastalıkları, İstanbul, Teknografik Matbaacılık

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to professionally evaluate and apply the knowledge gained from basic theoretical and practical courses supported by lecture notes, application tools and materials, visual-objective resources containing current information in the field of podology.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology, interpret and evaluate data, identify and analyse problems, and develop solutions based on evidence.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to use basic theoretical and practical knowledge related to the field of podology.						5
2	They can make all applications related to the field of podology in accordance with the technique.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interprets and evaluates data using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology, identifies and analyses problems and can take part in studies planned for solution.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to carry out a given task independently using the basic knowledge in the field of podology.			2
2	They can work as a team member to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in applications related to the field of podology.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can evaluate the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of podology with a critical approach.	0
2	They identify their learning needs and can direct their learning.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Informs the relevant people and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills in the field of podology; can transfer his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems in written and orally.	0
2	To be able to follow the information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They can contribute to the collection, interpretation, application and announcement of the results of the data related to the field of podology in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.		1
2	As an individual, he/she can act in accordance with the laws, regulations, legislation and professional ethics rules related to his/her duties, rights and responsibilities.			2
3	They can work with other health disciplines.			2

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	32	0	74