CPHSSWCE0051 - Medical Social Work: Oncology
Course Description
This year, an estimated 1.68 million new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in the United States. Moreover, as of January 2014, there are over 14.5 million cancer survivors in the U.S. (ACS Cancer Facts & Figures, 2016). With this high prevalence and the unique psychosocial impact a cancer diagnosis has on the individual and their family, social workers in all fields are likely to encounter a client with these challenges. Generalist and clinical social workers, as well as case managers, private practitioners, and social workers working outside of healthcare, can benefit from learning about the unique psychological needs of cancer patients. This course will present basic knowledge and methods designed to promote understanding of the oncology social worker role, psychosocial requirements of oncology patients and their families, and common interventions and treatments.
Target Level Audience: Beginner
Course Outline
(00:15) Check-in, Introductions, Program Dynamics, Review of Goals and Objectives
(00:45) Oncology Social Work Overview
(01:00) Roles of Oncology Social Worker in the Oncology Experience
(01:00) Additional Social Work Tasks
(00:15) Wrap Up
Learner Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:- Recognize the biopsychosocial impact of cancer on individuals and families;
- Identify the various aspects of the Oncology Social Worker role; and
- List best practices for navigation, assessment, and treatment of cancer patients.