CA · Masters
Social Service Worker Gerontology
Program information
Program overview
This program prepares students with the foundational knowledge and core skills required to work in the diverse and challenging field of eldercare Theories relevant to the Social Service Worker profession its ethics values and practice standards the aging process and the needs of seniors are emphasized Program content includes essential Social Service Worker training in interpersonal communication case management interviewing group work intervention diversity advocacy social justice and community practice In addition a number of specialized courses such as Activation and Restorative Care Recreation Leisure and Therapeutic Program Planning Dementia Care Adult Development Death Dying Grief and Bereavement and Volunteer Management expand the knowledge and skill base of students beyond traditional social service worker roles
Duration: 12
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Intakes and application timing
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