Department of Social Work

Who are we?

The Department of Social Work creates conditions for the teaching of subjects such as social policy (social services), theories and methods of social work (with minorities, youth at risk, the elderly), sociology, professional practice and supervision, methods of sociological research etc. This concerns disciplines of both a theoretical and applied nature.

The department cooperates with a number of foreign universities from Germany, Austria, Holland, Belgium, Hungary, England, the United States etc.

What do we do and for whom?

Education

The academic staff of the department ensures the education of students in bachelor's, master's and doctoral study programs focused on health and social issues, as well as participating in teaching other forms of education, for example lifelong learning and the University of the Third Age. Employees of the department lead and oppose bachelor's, master's and dissertation theses.

Cooperation with practice:

The Department of Social Work provides professional practice and supervision for students in the field Rehabilitation-psychosocial care for handicapped children, adults and seniors and Social work in public administration. It cooperates very closely with workplaces that provide our students with the opportunity to perform professional practice.

Science and research:

Members of the department actively participate as investigators and co-investigators of scientific research projects. They are engaged in scientific and research teams abroad and participate, for example, in the implementation of the International Social Work Week, which takes place every year and is associated with the mobility of students, but also the mobility of foreign and domestic academics.

What are our aims?

Education

Our goal is to offer services related to teaching and research activities of an applied or scientific nature. In line with the trends in the social sphere, we will focus on expanding the spectrum of creative activities and the knowledge and skill potential of students and teachers.

Finally, we encourage the mobility of students and academics at foreign universities. Cooperation with partner universities will continue to be developed and expanded.

Cooperation with practice

We will deepen cooperation with workplaces, where the professional practice of students is performed, for example, by offering continuing education for employees of these organizations, and by the meeting of trainers with academic staff at the faculty etc.

Science and research:

The long-term research goal of the department staff is to develop the application of and methods of key social science disciplines, as well as design and publishing activities.

Contact information

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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Department of Radiology, Toxicology and Population Protection

Who are we?

The tasks of the Department of Radiology, Toxicology and Population Protection can be divided into two basic directions: teaching and research.

In the educational sphere, the department guarantees three fields of study: the bachelor degree courses "Radiology Assistant" and "Population Protection with a Focus on CBRNE" and the related master study course "Civil Emergency Preparedness". Teaching in all of these fields takes place in full-time and the combined form of study.

Members of the department are involved as principal investigators or co-investigators in research projects carried out in the framework of national grant agencies.

The research activities of the Department of Radiology, Toxicology and Population Protection are focused on the areas of crisis management, civil protection, toxicology, radiobiology, radiology, radiotherapy, nuclear medicine and biophysics. The department cooperates with a number of prominent Czech and foreign workplaces, both in the mutual exchange of teachers as well as in ensuring students practice in the above fields of study.

From the Czech workplaces these mainly include:

• Fire Rescue Corps of the South Bohemian region
• Regional Police Directorate of South Bohemian Region
• South Bohemian Regional Authority
• Temelin Nuclear Power Plant
• The State Office for Nuclear Safety
• The State Institute of Nuclear, Chemical and Biological Protection, v. v. i.
• Institute of Population Protection of Lázně Bohdaneč
• Hospital in České Budějovice, a.s.
• Outpatient clinic MEDIPONT, s. r. o., in České Budějovice
• Some Prague hospitals (Na Homolce Hospital, Motol University Hospital )

What do we do and for whom?

The department ensures the conceptual, organizational and realization of teaching in the fields of:

• Population Protection with a Focus on CBRNE
• Civil Emergency Preparedness
• Radiology Assistant

By completing a bachelor's field of Population Protection with a Focus on CBRNE, students will gain the necessary knowledge of the issue of crisis management with a focus on emergency and crisis situations, particularly in relation to chemical, biological, radiological, radiological and explosive substances that act on both human beings and flora and fauna. They are familiarized with the operation of various components of the integrated rescue system and with the running of workplaces focused on the detection of radiological, chemical or biological agents.

The follow-up master's degree in Civil Emergency Preparedness is two years. Civil Emergency Preparedness is a field comprising a summary of civilian control, planning and control processes and relationships that administrative bodies, local authorities and authorized institutions prepare to deal with emergencies and crisis situations. It contains a set of tasks and activities to identify the needs and possible solutions of crisis situations while respecting the given political, legal and economic conditions and with an effective use of the available resources, which the state is able to ensure for the safeguarding of internal and external security. The field of study allows students a choice of two modules. In addition to the common courses, students will be able to choose either:

▪ OM module (economic-medical-organizational profile) or

▪ RT module (radio-toxicity profile.)

The aim of the bachelor study field Radiology Assistant is the preparation of academically qualified medical personnel authorized to perform radiological imaging and radiation procedures and the application of ionizing radiation in the processes used during medical irradiation. The graduates of the study program have broad theoretical knowledge from the medical, social and other related disciplines, enabling them to quickly adapt to the conditions of professional practice.

Why do we exist?

Education

The department educates high-quality and confident graduates with all the necessary knowledge and skills for their profession for the applied sector of education.

Science and research:

In the field of scientific research, the work of the department focuses on three main areas. In the first one, the effect of permanently present NOx in the environment on the human body, that are a result of either natural processes or human activities, are studied in order to suggest ways to minimize their consequences. In the second one, the work of the department focuses on the study of the interaction of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. In the third one, the influence of the psyche of human behavior in dealing with emergencies and the possibility of minimizing any negative effects caused mainly by erroneous information to the public by the mass media is evaluated.

What are our aims?

The objectives of the department

The aim of the department is to create an attractive and friendly environment for higher education students in bachelor's and master's fields of study, and thanks to offers that reflect the changing demands of the labor market, also a strong chance for the application of the education in the professional life of students. The long term goal of the department is the constant improvement of study and the improvement of learning conditions based on the improvement of the application of graduates in practice, whether it's in a practical profession or an area of research. Increasing the attractiveness of the study of the guaranteed field enables the creation of conditions for the professional growth of students and the increase of the share of talented students.

The main tasks of the department

• deepening cooperation with practice for the purpose of effective knowledge transfer;
• deepening international cooperation with universities and scientific workplaces abroad.

Where to find us?

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Contact information

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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Institute of Health and Social Work

The Institute of Health and Social Work (IHSW) is a USB HSSF workplace which implements a number of activities through its centers. The activities of the IHSW centers include the professional practice of students, research and publication activities, consulting, motivational activities, awareness and educational activities, organizing one-off and regular activities, organizing weekend events etc.

USB HSSF students participate in the activities of the individual centers in the context of professional practice and can also participate as volunteers, and gain practical experience in the field of social work and health and social issues.

Apart from professional practice, the active involvement of students in the activities of the IHSW centers also allow them to acquire and process data for their bachelor's, master's and dissertation theses on the basis of the practical experience of students and develop student publication and project activities.

The Institute of Social Work of the Faculty of Health and Social Studies of the University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice has been in existence since 1998. In 2007 there was an organizational change that involved the exclusion of the ISW from the Department of Supervision and Professional Practice of USB HSSF and the inclusion of the ISW in the organizational structure of USB HSSF as a separate workplace on the department level under the title Institute of Social Work (ISW). Thanks to changes in the organizational structure of HSSF with effect from 1 March 2011, the Institute of Social Work was renamed the Institute of Health and Social Work (IHSW).

The expert guarantor of IHSW research is prof. MUDr. Miloš Velemínský, CSc., dr. h. c. There are currently 3 centers under IHSW: The Center for the Prevention of Civilization Diseases; the Senior Center and the Physiotherapy Center.

Contact

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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The Department of Clinical and Preclinical Disciplines (DCPD)

The Department of Clinical and Preclinical Disciplines is responsible for ensuring the teaching of clinical subjects in most fields of study at the Health and Social Studies Faculty. It is most involved in teaching in the bachelor program Specialization in Health, in the fields Paramedic, Physical Therapist and Nutritional therapist.

The Department of Clinical and Preclinical Disciplines provides theoretical and practical instruction in all clinical subjects that are implemented in the teaching of healthcare and social fields for the Health and Social Studies Faculty of the University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice.

The location of the department

The Department of Clinical and Preclinical Disciplines resulted from the merger of two departments: the Department of Clinical Disciplines and the Department of Preclinical Disciplines in 2011. Based on the number of its academic workers and other external experts participating in teaching, it ranks among the largest departments of the faculty.

The headquarters of the department is Pavilion H in the upper premises of České Budějovice Hospital. Access to the building is possible from the hospital premises as well as from Preslova street.

Direct link to the location on the map here.

Teaching activities

The educational focus of the department, in addition to direct instruction, focuses on the publishing of textbooks, creating e-learning project events and processing accreditation materials. It participates in the education of foreign students in the Czech Republic and abroad.

The academic staff of the department works closely with the individual clinical workplaces in České Budějovice Hospital a.s. and other health care facilities involved in teaching. Many external experts are involved in education in the given areas concerned, so as to ensure the highest professional standards of teaching.

The priority is the modernization and improvement of the existing teaching process of the relevant fields and the continued preparation of postgraduate education and lifelong learning. The continuous updating of thematic plans for individual fields with the addition of recent literature is taking place. The management of the department ensures compliance with the correct concept of leadership seminars and overall teaching and tries to improve the level of annual, bachelor and diploma theses from assignment up until the final form of the work.

Scientific-research activity

The focus of the department staff is targeted on the complex medical and social area. In the scientific and research work, they were involved in research projects of the faculty, University of South Bohemia internal grants and other projects aimed primarily at improving the quality of teaching.

At the Department of Clinical and Preclinical Disciplines the Grant projects GA CR, Internal Grant Agency of the Ministry of Health, GA USB, GA HSSF and the Higher Education Development Fund are addressed. The results of the scientific research work of the department are published in professional journals and actively presented at domestic and international professional conferences.

The department staff are members of professional societies and work on domestic and international expert committees of professional and government organizations (Internal Grant Agency of the MH CR, the editorial board of professional journals, scientific and business boards and professional committees of each university).

Contact with the surroundings

The Department of Clinical and Preclinical Disciplines annually organizes professional conferences, for example Generation 50+, Reproductive Health, Nutrition, an integral part of the treatment of serious diseases and others.

The department staff work in numerous contributory and charities, participate in activities in the public sector and thereby promote not only the department, but also the Health and Social Studies Faculty of the University of South Bohemia as such.

Profile of the department sections

The focus of the comprehensive education at the Department of Clinical and Preclinical disciplines is in the following four areas.

• Paramedic

• Physiotherapy

• Nutritional therapist

• Health and Social Worker

Contact

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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Department of Psychology and Special Education

and the University of the Third Age

Who are we?

The Department of Psychology and Special Education guarantees and provides education in a degree program of special education, in the field of special education - teaching and other accredited programs. The implementation of theprogramFurther education of teachers (DVPP), senior education in programs at the University of the Third Age, and last but not least, also active involvement in European educational programs and projects (Grundtvig - Partnership, the Exceptional European Women in Older Age project, 2000-2012) has significantly shaped the area of lifelong learning.

What do we do and for whom?

Education

Within the framework of pedagogic activities the department implements a special education bachelor’s degree program (field of study special education - teaching) in both full-time and combined from of study. The staff of the department ensure the teaching of ethics and philosophy, psychology, psychiatry, special education and the rehabilitation of persons with disabilities. In bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral study programs as well as in educational and professional activities, they provide support to students with special educational needs. They significantly participate in the teaching of other forms of lifelong learning.

Cooperation with practice:

The Department of Psychology and Special Education guarantees the job training and supervision of students majoring in special education - teaching. By involving professionals from practice (especially clinical facilities) in teaching, the leadership of undergraduate work and supervisory activities of students at clinical departments closely links theory with practice. The representation of academic and external department staff in governmental ministry working groups, professional associations and on the committees for Health and Social Care of the Council of the South Bohemia Region, strengthens their prestige.

Science and research:

The academic staff of the department are involved in the solution of scientific research projects of the USB HSSF, the development of educational activities within the 2015 Institutional Plan of the University of South Bohemia as well as participating in the project Social Determinants and Their Impact on the Health of Immigrants Living in the Czech Republic (2013-2015). With the Department of Laboratory Methods and Information Systems, it is implementing a project for the development of a typhlopedic computer workplace at USB HSSF.

University of the Third Age

Educational, creative and design activities are displayed by academics of the Department of Psychology and Special Education in the field of the education of adults and the elderly. The University of the Third Age (U3A) has been operating at the Health and Social Studies Faculty of the University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice since 1992 as a specific form of lifelong learning. The faculty currently offers a wide variety of educational programs, fields and courses in České Budějovice, Písek and Prachatice.

Interested senior persons who have completed secondary education, with no age limit, as well as people with disabilities can become participants in the interest-based non-professional education (U3A).

Why do we exist?

We participate in the education of special educators, social workers and other workers in the helping professions. We improve the quality of their preparation through the implementation of project work in practical training. We strive to strengthen the staff in these disciplines and to create conditions for their development.

What are our aims?

In addition to the educational goals of the development of the knowledge and skill potential of students, teachers and other professionals, we are expanding the range of creative activities and the offer of training opportunities (additional, qualification and certified courses) for those interested in further and lifelong learning.

Contact information

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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Center for the Prevention of Civilization Diseases

"Every day we do one of two things — either

we strengthen our health, or support

disease. "

Adelle Davis

Basic information about the center

The aim of the operation of the center is the implementation of intervention of a preventive nature on the primary, secondary and tertiary levels. The center staff provides short or long-term preventive interventions according to the wishes and needs of the client, working in medical education and in health education.

The center is composed of three organizational units that will intermingle.

1. Counseling Center for Health Education
2. Nutritional counseling
3. Motion counseling

The Center provides:

• Awareness-raising activities
• Individual and group counseling
• The practice of students

 SERVICES OFFERED:

General counseling

• Measurement of blood pressure, BMI, circumference of waist and hips
• Consultancy in the field of healthy lifestyles
• Lectures for the general public focused on current issues
• The organization of public events with a focus on healthy lifestyle

Specific counseling

Nutritional counseling

• Measurements of body composition via Bodystat 1500 (determination of total body fat, lean body mass, body water content, basal metabolic rate)
• Nutritional advice for all age groups
• Compilation of individual diet plans

Motion counseling

• Comprehensive individual motion counseling
• Compensation and fitness programs
• Private coaching lessons

Health counseling

CONTENT OF HEALTH COUNSELING

• Measurements of anthropometric indicators - body height and weight, determination of BMI, total body fat with the OMRON device, subcutaneous fat with calipers
• Measurement of physiological functions--blood pressure, pulse
• Measurement of biochemical values – blood sugar, total cholesterol, triglycerides, lactate – everything from peripheral blood--from the drops of blood from a finger
• Measurements of body composition via Bodystat 1500 (determination of total body fat, lean body mass, body water content, basal metabolic rate)
• Losing weight with the help of the STOB methodology - using cognitive behavioral therapy - individual and organized courses
• Sensory activation of seniors with dementia, according to the concept of Lere Wehner - individually and in groups

THE GOAL OF OUR CONSULTING 

• Evaluation of measured values in relation to individual differences, estimating cardiovascular risk and the risk of type II diabetes.
• The purpose of our counseling is to strengthen motivation in promoting healthy lifestyles of those at risk even in people undergoing treatment for civilization diseases.

Other services offered

• Individual and group weight loss courses (STOB methodology using cognitive behavioral therapy)
• Sensory activation of seniors with dementia, according to the concept of Lere Wehner

Hours for the public:

Tuesday: 2 pm to 5 pm - Health counseling - no need to pre-order

Wednesday: 8-11 pm. -Nutritional and motion counseling

Thursday: 2 pm to 5 pm - Health counseling, nutritional counseling and exercise - health counseling without ordering

Individual consultations can be arranged via e-mail or by phone.

Contact

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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Physiotherapy center

The USB HSSF Physiotherapy Center is a registered, private medical facility providing services in physiotherapy and rehabilitation medicine:

• comprehensive outpatient services from specialists in the field of physiotherapy, balneology and rehabilitation;
• superior musculoskeletal examination using static posturography, surface electromyography and ultrasound diagnostics;
• comprehensive kinesiology analysis;
• individual physiotherapy using neurophysiological and analytical methods;
• manual therapy in the form of soft tissue techniques, mobilization of joints and the spine, treatment of scars, classic massage, reflexology;
• physical therapy - laser, ultrasound, electrotherapy, combination therapy, thermotherapy;
• kinesiotaping;
• reeducation of movement stereotypes, ergonomics;
• preventive and restorative physiotherapy;
• professional and individual practice for USB HSSF students.

Indication spectrum:

• functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system as a result of an overload of work, sport, etc.;
• dysfunction of the pelvic floor, stress incontinence and functional sterility;
• acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain, particularly the back and joints;
• conditions after injuries and operations;
• vertebral diseases (slipped disc);
• degenerative diseases of the joints and spine;
• congenital and acquired defects of the spine and lower limbs (arthrosis, foot deformity, scoliosis, poor posture);
• neurological diseases (stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, peripheral paresis etc.).

We provide services covered as well as not covered by public health insurance. Orders for all services of the Physiotherapy Center at tel. no. 389 037 844.

Physiotherapy is a medical field dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system. It is part of a comprehensive rehabilitation that emphasizes interdisciplinary links especially with medical disciplines. Physiotherapy uses standardized procedures based on the latest scientific knowledge and empirical findings, together with natural energy resources in the form of physical therapy. Physiotherapy approaches are primarily based on knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, physiology, biomechanics and developmental kinesiology.

The aim of physiotherapy is to restore motion and physiological functions of man and his return to a painless life.

Physiotherapy with its specific means intervenes where movement and other physical and mental function are threatened by the aging process, injury, illness, or congenital defects.

Before visiting a physiotherapist, it is advantageous to be examined by a rehabilitation physician, which physiotherapy purposively requires or a medical specialist, who may require physical therapy as part of their field, exceptionally also a general practitioner who may require short-term physical therapy. A specialist in the field of Rehabilitation and physical medicine (formerly physiatry, balneology and therapeutic rehabilitation) after a thorough examination determines whether the patient's condition requires more aggressive medical intervention (e.g. an operation), or whether rest in bed would be more beneficial.

The physiotherapist is an expert on the issue of the musculoskeletal system, who based on his own examination and in accordance with the recommendation of doctors sets up and implements a combination of physiotherapy practices customized for the patient with regard to his or her needs. In therapy, a holistic view of the patient is used. Not only the areas of pain are treated, but distant body segments are also taken into account. The psyche also has a considerable impact on the musculoskeletal system.

The physiotherapist performs complex kinesiology testing, an analysis of activities of daily living, working sterotypes and sporting activities. A part of physiotherapy is prevention, education and counseling in order to maintain or restore motor functions, as well as recommendations for ergonomic adjustments of the residences and workplaces of patients. Through physiotherapy procedures, methods and techniques the physiotherapist specifically affects the function of the locomotor system, internal organs and mental function.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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Basic information about the center

The Center was established at USB HSSF in 2001 and is part of the Institute of Health and Social Work at USB HSSF The target group consists of seniors and persons with Parkinson's disease. In the center, clients are provided free personal consultation on the issue of aging, old age and Parkinson's disease. Memory training courses and reminiscence are in exchange for payment.

The center has cooperated with Společností PARKINSON, v.z. - Klub České Budějovice and the Czech Society for memory training and brain jogging for a long time.

 The Center provides:

• memory training courses for seniors and reminiscence
• professional practice of USB HSSF students
• counseling
• project, lectures and educational activities.

Contact

Dr. Slavomír Rakouský

Technology scout of Fac. Health&Soc. Studies

University of South Bohemia

Branišovská 31

370 05 České Budějovice

Czech Republic

Phone/ +420 387 772 279

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Institute of Applied Informatics

Who are we?

The Institute of Applied Informatics (IAI for short) was established 1 January 2009.

What do we do and for whom?

In terms of research activities, our academics are mainly engaged in: the long-term archiving of electronic data, wireless sensory networks, security, system integration etc.

In the area of professional activity the Institute of Applied Informatics guarantees the performance of the computer cluster, which is connected to the computer network MetaCentre CESNET.

Why do we exist?

The institute guarantees the bachelor programs applied informatics and informatics for education. The field informatics for education is designed for combination with another subject of study within USB. An attractive combination is for example informatics - archival science, which we provide in cooperation with the Faculty of Philosophy.

Students may choose from the following specializations in the bachelor's degree program of applied informatics:

• Management of information systems

• Electronic banking

• Design of Web applications

• Bioinformatics

• Security and network

What are our aims?

Our goal now is to gain accreditation for follow-up master’s study and offer graduates of bachelor degree programs the opportunity to continue in master’s study.

Where to find us?

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Contact information

Address:

Branišovská 31a,

České Budějovice

Registration No.: 60076658
Tel.: +420605430008
Fax:
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Web: http://zoo.prf.jcu.cz

Laboratory of Networking Technologies

Institute of Mathematics and Biomathematics

Who are we?

The Institute of Mathematics and Biomathematics arose from the decision of the USB FS Academic Senate of 1 January 2009.

What do we do and for whom?

We ensure the teaching of mathematics for USB FS. Together with the BC of the ASCR we primarily focus on mathematical applications in biological and environmental fields.

Why do we exist?

The Institute guarantees the bachelor’s field mathematics for education and the master’s field teaching of mathematics for secondary schools. Both fields are designed to be combined with another subject of study within USB. The institute now also guarantees the bachelor field of applied mathematics. The main directions of research activities of the institute are particularly applications of mathematics in biology and ecology.

What are our aims?

We aim to create an excellent workplace oriented on applications of mathematics, especially in biological and environmental fields.

Where to find us?

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Contact information

Address:

Branišovská 31a,

České Budějovice

Registration No.: 60076658
Tel.: +420 387 772 244
Fax:
E-mail:
Web: http://umb.prf.jcu.cz/