MSW 669 - Advanced Topics in Health Care Social Work

(3 S.H.)

This course provides an advanced study of contemporary topics, issues, concerns, research and trends in health care social work. It prepares students for advanced clinical social work practice in primary care settings with diverse individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Students learn in-depth clinical skills and evidence-based approaches to diagnostic assessment, treatment, and practice evaluation. This course also covers health care policy, leadership, advocacy, ethics, interdisciplinary teamwork, and culturally competent practice. Students have opportunities to develop and demonstrate knowledge, skills, and values in various course experiences. Prerequisites: admission to MSW program and MSW 642 - Trauma-Informed Clinical Social Work Interventions II or instructor permission. Grade only. Offered each semester as needed.

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