Advanced Social Work in Medical Practice

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In this course, you will examine current and emerging health behavior theory, research, and practice, and interventions, specific to various health-related settings used by diverse populations. You will explore theories of behavior change, including resilience orientation, to assist in your continuous professional growth. You will also gain insight into the ethics of social worker facilitation of transitions and endings in medical care. You will develop knowledge of community resources to assist with social work consultation, advocacy, referral and networking on behalf of clients, to include working with DSM-5 guidelines.