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| SOWK 5540 - CLINICAL GERONTOLOGICAL SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE |
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This course intertwines concepts from Social Gerontology (using a bio-psycho-social framework to examine the historical, cultural, biological, physiological, psychological, and social aspects of aging); Advanced Gerontological Social Work Practice (introducing current evidence-based intervention modalities recommended for use with older adults within the Individual & Community Empowerment model); and Policy (identifying key diversity and social justice issues). Theoretical perspectives relevant to the aging process will be critically evaluated within the NASW Code of Ethics. Biological, physiological, social, economic, and social justice concerns of the well and vulnerable elderly, marginalized populations will be examined. Selected intervention strategies to meet those needs will be studied. The continuum of social work practice with older adults, from individual treatment through group and community practice will be covered. The strengths and ecosystems perspective will be used and attention given to policies and programs that increase resilience and sense of coherence in older adult clients.
Faculty: L. COX
3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate Schedule Types: Seminar (do not use) Social & Behavioral Sciences Division Social Work Department |
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