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Exploring the Vital Role of Social Workers in Healthcare and Beyond

Date & Time of Recording:
October 24, 2024 | Self-paced
Modality:
  • On-demand video
Registration Fee:
Free
Additional Details
Instructional Hours:
1.25
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Presenter(s)
Description
In this session, participants will have the unique opportunity to hear firsthand from a licensed social worker about their personal and professional journey in the field. The speaker will share the challenges, rewards, and critical milestones they encountered while pursuing a career dedicated to helping others. This session is beneficial for anyone interested in learning more about social work and the impactful role it plays in society.

Keywords: Social Work, Social Worker, mental health, health behaviors

Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the skills and educational requirements for a career in social work in healthcare settings.
  • Identify the diverse areas of social work practice and the roles social workers fill across industries, including medical and mental health fields.
  • Explain how social workers' unique contributions enhance patient care and team dynamics in interdisciplinary settings.
  • Examine the speaker's professional journey to understand the evolving role of social workers in mental health care delivery.
  • Discuss the importance of diversity within the social work profession and its impact on the community.
Disclosures
The sessions are presented as part of the South Carolina AHEC Health Careers Program targeted at high school, undergraduate, and gap year pre-health students. A certificate of participation is only given to those who attend and complete an evaluation. This program does not meet professional development requirements for practicing health professionals.
Credits Available
  • High School Students
    Area Health Education Consortium Student
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1.25 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
  • College Students
    Area Health Education Consortium Student
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1.25 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
  • All Other Participanats
    Area Health Education Consortium
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1.25 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
Locations/Participation Options
  • On-demand Video
Contact(s)

If you have questions about the credits, location/video conference information, or any other details specific to this particular program, please reach out to the contact(s) below:

  • Name:
    Paula M Jones
    Phone:
    843-792-4443
    Email:
    jonespa@musc.edu
  • Name:
    Chakita Goodwin
    Phone:
    843-792-6222
    Email:
    Goodchak@musc.edu
If you have questions related to registering or using the AHEC Learning Portal, please contact alp@scahec.net.

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