Core Concepts in Palliative Care – Social Workers
Overview
This course builds on the holistic, patient-centered skills, and strengths of social workers and brings into focus the important role they play as part of transdisciplinary teams. The course explores how this foundation is used to address values, mindfulness, critical thinking, and relationships.
The All Health Professionals course is included with the Nurse, Social Work, and Chaplain courses, so all team members share common concepts, vocabulary, and approaches.Questions? Contact us at (760) 750-4006
What You'll Learn
- Explore the role of the palliative care social worker and how the social worker’s core principles align with palliative care
- Learn how to use assessment tools across interconnected dimensions of a person’s life
- Use self-awareness and mindfulness to engage with and support patients and families
- Understand the role of social workers as leaders and advocates
What You'll Earn
10 continuing education (CE) credits provided through California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) Extended Learning, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and approved by the Board of Behavioral Sciences, Provider #PCE-3405
Who Should Enroll
Health social workers working in any care setting
Completion and Refunds
To complete this course and obtain a certificate, you must view the course in its entirety, correctly answer all case studies and quiz/test questions (as appropriate) and complete the evaluation. You will have 90 days to access this course from the date of purchase. No refunds are given for self-paced courses.
