Programs in MEDEK Accreditation Process

Giresun University
Vocational School of Health Services
MEDEK Accreditation
Programmes Under Accreditation Process
As the Giresun University Vocational School of Health Services, we have joined the accreditation process of MEDEK (Vocational Education Evaluation and Accreditation Association) with the aim of bringing our educational quality to international standards. The following programmes are currently under evaluation.
Physiotherapy Programme
Department of Therapy and Rehabilitation
Under Accreditation

Established in 2012, the programme aims to train health technicians who are competent in physiotherapy applications; who acquire the knowledge and skills to apply treatment approaches in cases of injury, illness, ageing, pain, functional disorders and disability causing movement impairments; and who improve patients' quality of life. The programme is offered as a 2-year associate degree under the 3+1 Vocational Training in the Workplace Model.

Academic Staff
2
Associate Professors
1
Assistant Professor
1
Lecturer
4
Total Academic Staff
Programme Features
3+1 Vocational Training Model
Practice-Based Education
Physiotherapy Laboratory
Individual Rehabilitation
Neurological Rehabilitation
Teamwork Skills
Employment Opportunities
  • Public and private hospitals
  • Rehabilitation centres
  • Physical therapy and rehabilitation clinics
  • Speciality medical centres
  • Nursing homes
  • Thermal spa and cure centres
  • Health tourism hotels
Mission
Programme Mission
To train health technicians who are competent in physiotherapy applications, committed to ethical values and open to continuous development, improving patients' quality of life and enabling individuals to sustain their lives independently in physiological, social, psychological and occupational terms.
Further Information
Department Head
Assoc. Prof. Ülkü Kezban ŞAHİN
ulku.sahin@giresun.edu.tr
Programme Director
Lecturer Rıdvan TÜRKERİ
ridvan.turkeri@giresun.edu.tr
School Contact
Vocational School of Health Services
Tel: +90 454 310 1375
saglikhizmetlerimyo@giresun.edu.tr
Child Development Programme
Department of Child Care and Youth Services
Under Accreditation

Established in 2012, the programme's main aim is to train qualified staff who know the developmental characteristics of children aged 0-18, are knowledgeable about their habits and needs, and can take preventive measures against problems children may encounter. The programme also aims to train technical staff who can recognise children with special educational needs and arrange a suitable learning environment, have basic knowledge of child health and diseases, can prepare educational toys, and are equipped with basic first aid skills.

Academic Staff
1
Professor
1
Associate Professor
2
Assistant Professors
1
Lecturer
5
Total Academic Staff
Faculty Members
Education Model
2-Year Formal Education
Language of Instruction: Turkish
3+1 Vocational Training in the Workplace Model
3 Semesters of Theoretical and Practical Courses at School
1 Semester of Vocational Training at an Educational Institution
Employment Opportunities
  • Assistant teacher in pre-school education institutions
  • Support staff in inclusive education classrooms
  • Nurseries, day-care centres and kindergartens
  • Special education and rehabilitation centres
  • Children's clubs
  • Designer in the children's publishing and toy sector
  • Private childcare services
Programme Opportunities
Practice and Vocational Training
Within the scope of practical courses, the programme offers training opportunities in institutions affiliated with the Ministry of National Education and the Ministry of Family and Social Services in Giresun. Within the scope of vocational training in the workplace, students can complete their internships in institutions affiliated with these ministries in all provinces, giving them the opportunity to reinforce theoretical knowledge through practice.
Further Information
Programme Head
Prof. Dr. Gülüzar EYMUR
guluzar.eymur@giresun.edu.tr
School Contact
Vocational School of Health Services
Giresun University Vocational School of Health Services, Güre Campus, GİRESUN
Tel: +90 454 310 1375
saglikhizmetlerimyo@giresun.edu.tr