Global Directory of Educational Programs in Palliative Care

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Course affiliated with (name of Organization/University) New York University, Silver School of Social Work
Country United States of America
State New York
City New York
Address 285 Mercer Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10003-4497
The program leads an official or formal degree? Yes
Degrees
  • Post Graduate Certificate
Target audiences
  • Social workers
  • Other: Licensed Mental Health Counselors
Fields
  • Geriatric Palliative Care
  • Grief and Bereavement
  • Health Care Policy
  • Oncology
  • Pain Management
  • Palliative Care
  • Social Work
  • Spirituality
  • Symptom Management
  • Team Work
Languages
  • English
Frequency Once per year
Length 1 years
Modalities
  • Classroom
  • Long distance
Cost of full tuition and fees Same rate/cost for all
Director Dr. Susan Gerbino, PhD, LCSW
Website http://socialwork.nyu.edu/alumni/continuing-education/post-masters/palliative-care.html
Contact name Benjamin Sher
Phone 212-998-5973
Learning objectives 1 To introduce students to an in-depth exploration of bioethical principles and their application to individuals and families facing life-threatening illnesses.
Learning objectives 2 To enhance students’ skills in providing evidence-based, theoretically grounded interventions with individuals, families, and groups. Students learn primary psychosocial theories that inform clinical practice in palliative and bereavement care of diverse populations.
Learning objectives 3 To develop skills in interdisciplinary collaboration. In this module, participants: Create and present a leadership plan, Gain skills in interdisciplinary collaboration and select a project to work on in their institutions.
Description This certificate program is a two semester course of study that emphasizes the integration of theory and practice. It will enhance clinical practice knowledge, expand assessment and clinical intervention skills, examine the treatment needs
of individuals and families facing life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses, utilize a bio-psycho-social-spiritual framework and provide opportunities to develop leadership skills.
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Last update: April 25, 2024


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