Master's in Health Care, Clinical Specialist
Advance your clinical expertise and leadership skills in healthcare development.
Best for:Best for healthcare professionals looking to advance into clinical specialist and leadership roles.
Overview
This Master's degree programme is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to drive development in clinical nursing and healthcare organizations. Offered by the South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences Xamk, the curriculum emphasizes deepening clinical competence alongside strengthening professional development and innovation skills. Students gain the expertise needed to take on advanced specialist roles within various healthcare settings. The 90 ECTS credit programme prepares graduates to lead practical improvements and evidence-based clinical practices.
What you'll do
- Participate in advanced coursework focusing on clinical nursing and healthcare development
- Engage in development and innovation projects relevant to healthcare organizations
- Deepen clinical competencies through specialized professional studies
- Conduct independent research and complete a Master's thesis project
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualification in health care
Degree offered: Master of Health Care
Language: Finnish; proficiency required as instruction and materials are primarily in Finnish
Instruction: Finnish
- Professional background in health care or nursing
- Basic understanding of clinical practice and healthcare environments
- Fulfil national eligibility requirements for higher polytechnic (YAMK) master's studies in Finland, including appropriate prior degrees and professional work experience where mandated by national regulations.
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How to apply
Applications are submitted online through the national Studyinfo portal. Candidates must complete the application form and submit all required educational and professional documentation before the deadline.
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