SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTP255E	SUMMER INTERNSHIP	3	0	0	2

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer BUSENUR KARAGÖZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of the summer internship is to enable students to reinforce the knowledge and skills related to their professional field by applying them in relevant institutions, to develop working habits in accordance with professional ethics, work discipline, environmental awareness, and quality processes, and to enhance teamwork, communication, responsibility-taking, and problem-solving skills. In addition, the internship aims to ensure that students act in compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and are able to evaluate their professional development.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Within the scope of the summer internship, students participate in professional activities in relevant institutions for 30 working days. During this period, they learn to apply occupational health and safety and professional ethical rules, become familiar with institutional functioning, develop teamwork and communication skills, transfer theoretical knowledge into practice, produce solutions to professional problems, work in accordance with environmental awareness and quality processes, and report their internship activities.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Demonstrate behavior in accordance with professional ethics, discipline, and confidentiality principles.
Explain and apply occupational health and safety rules in the working environment.
Take responsibility within a teamwork framework.
Communicate effectively in the workplace by using professional communication skills.
Analyze professional problems encountered during the internship.
Develop appropriate solutions to problems encountered.
Plan and manage time management and work-planning processes.
Develop a working approach in accordance with environmental awareness and quality processes.
Report the activities and experiences related to the internship process.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Practice	Field Orientation Including Occupational Health, Quality Processes, and Environmental Awareness	Practice
2	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
3	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
4	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
5	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
6	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
7	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
8	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
9	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
12	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
13	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
14	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
15	Practice	Clinical Practice	Practice
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Temel fizyoterapi rehabilitasyon Erbahçeci, F. (Ed.). (2019). Temel fizyoterapi rehabilitasyon. Hipokrat Yayıncılık.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Final Exam	1	100
TOTAL	1	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	Defines fundamental concepts, terminology, and theoretical knowledge related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation.						5
2	Explains anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and movement sciences that form the foundation of physiotherapy practice.						5
3	Has knowledge of ethical rules, patient confidentiality, professional responsibilities, and health communication.						5
4	Plans professional duties in accordance with time management principles.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has knowledge of rehabilitation principles, therapeutic exercise, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, manual therapy, and other treatment modalities.						5
2	Explains the characteristics and operating principles of physiotherapy devices and related technologies.						5
3	Follows current physiotherapy practices and technologies and adopts lifelong learning awareness.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses physiotherapy devices in accordance with safety protocols.						5
2	Performs patient recording, treatment protocol follow-up, and data management processes						5
3	Shares findings effectively and accurately within the healthcare team.						5
4	Solves problems encountered in clinical processes using analytical thinking.						5
5	Identifies physical, chemical, and biological risks and performs risk management						5
6	Applies quality control procedures and occupational health and safety rules.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Applies basic physiotherapy assessment methods (posture analysis, gait analysis, range of motion, muscle strength testing, etc.).						5
2	Applies therapeutic exercises, electrotherapy modalities, hot–cold applications, and manual therapy techniques safely and accurately.						5
3	Shares findings effectively and accurately within the healthcare team.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adheres to ethical and professional behavior principles, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality.						5
2	Displays awareness of legal regulations, patient rights, safety standards, and ethical principles.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follows literature and new techniques related to professional development.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates and collaborates effectively with physiotherapists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Demonstrates professional responsibility and problem-solving skills.						5
2	Demonstrates responsibility in time management, clinical organization, and workflow planning.						5

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	2	28
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	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	29	0	57