After completing the work practicum the student is able to implement the skills and knowledge acquired during the studies in public health into working life. The student also has the tools to assess practices in working life and can reflect on them based on what he/she has learned. Upon completion of the work placement/internship the student can specify the skills and knowledge he/she possesses and is also able to identify areas that need to be improved.

The students can include and optional work placement 0-10 ECTS in their studies. There are two options to do the work practicum, 5 ECTS and 10 ECTS. 5 ECTS equals 5-6 weeks work practicum and 10 ECTS 3 months (which is required for international Erasmus work placements).

The compulsory work practicum seminar will be held in period III. Note! The corresponding Finnish work practicum seminar TERKAN5 Harjoittelu is given in period I. MHS students can alternatively also attend this seminar.