Social work education for health care: addressing practice competencies.
The study discussed in this article examines how social work graduates are prepared to help clients and families who need health and mental health services. The study identifies recent shifts in social work practice in health care settings, calls for greater integration of practicum and classroom education, and proposes curriculum enhancement to ensure competence in three key areas: self-directed practice, population-based practice and a refocus on basic skills. Findings are based on a New York Academy of Medicine study conducted from 1997-1999 which included a survey of course offerings at 128 CSWE-accredited schools; literature review of current practice models, focus groups, and review by an expert advisory council.
Volland
Patricia J
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Finance & Administration, New York Academy of Medicine, USA.
Berkman
Barbara
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Phillips
Michael
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Stein
Gary
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D003162:Competency-Based Education / Q000379:methods* / Q000639:trends; D006302:Health Services Research; D011361:Professional Competence; D012947:Social Work / Q000193:education*; D014481:United States