The Future of Multicultural Social Work

Multicultural social work has been evolving over the last forty years despite challenges in limited knowledge, insufficient resources, and inadequate infusion into the curriculum. Discussions continue about appropriate conceptual frameworks, culturally sensitive terms, traditional and indigenous practice approaches and treatments, and relevant outcome measures and evaluation methods. Future directions foster the inclusion of cultural values as strengths. Intersectionality guides practice approaches and systems of care. Service learning requirements, national ethnic resource centers, and ethnic resource centers, and ethnic studies dual degree programs are innovative initiatives yet to be fully integrated into social work curriculum.

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Integrating Religion and Social Work in Dual Degree Programs

Journal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work Social Thought ◽

10.1300/j377v24n01_08 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 24 (1/2) ◽

pp. 79-91 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Edward Canda

Keyword(s):

Social Work ◽

Degree Programs ◽

Dual Degree

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Life is Experienced Until We Die: Effects of Service-Learning on Gerontology Competencies and Attitudes Toward Aging

Advances in Social Work ◽

10.18060/672 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 12 (1) ◽

pp. 94-112 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

Sally Hill Jones

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Social Work ◽

Service Learning ◽

Healthy Aging ◽

Care Service ◽

Community Dwelling ◽

Career Plans ◽

Attitudes Toward Aging ◽

Community Dwelling Older Adults ◽

Student Journals

This mixed methods study examined the effects of service learning in an undergraduate gerontology course on student learning outcomes. Eleven of thirteen students chose to provide companionship and practical help to community-dwelling older adults and link course assignments to this experience. Participating students were mostly female and social work majors or minors, of various races and ethnicities, and of traditional and nontraditional ages. Self-ratings using the Geriatric Social Work Competency Scale showed significant skill improvements for students from pretest to posttest. Analysis of student journals indicated improvement in interaction skills, knowledge of aging processes, dismantling of stereotypes, awareness of issues affecting healthy aging, valuing older adults, and cultural competence. Career plans were positively affected for most students. Letters offering advice to their 70-year old selves appeared to impact students’ plans for self-care. Service-learning is recommended to increase students’ gerontology competencies and attitudes toward aging in others and themselves.

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Dual Degree Programs in Social Work: is it Possible in Ukraine?

Economics & Sociology ◽

10.14254/2071-789x.2017/10-2/12 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. 165-178 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Nadia Horishna ◽

Hanna Slozanska

Keyword(s):

Social Work ◽

Degree Programs ◽

Dual Degree

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Dual Degree Social Work Programs: Where are the Programs and Where are the Graduates?

Advances in Social Work ◽

10.18060/173 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 29-43 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Shari E. Miller ◽

Karen M. Hopkins ◽

Geoffrey L. Greif

Keyword(s):

Social Work ◽

Degree Programs ◽

Career Trajectories ◽

The Social ◽

Accredited Schools ◽

Social Work Programs ◽

School Of Social Work ◽

Work Education ◽

Dual Degree ◽

Schools Of Social Work

This article presents results of an exploratory study designed to survey the dual degree graduates of one large school of social work, and to report on the prevalence and types of dual degree programs offered at accredited schools of social work in the U.S. Quantitative and qualitative data were gathered from 72 dual degree graduates. Income, career trajectories, identification with social work, satisfaction with the decision to obtain a dual degree, whether graduates would encourage others to follow the dual degree path, and implications for the social work profession and social work education are discussed.

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Mapping Dual-Degree Programs in Social Work and Public Health: Results From a National Survey

Advances in Social Work ◽

10.18060/18372 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 16 (2) ◽

pp. 406-421 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Dory Ziperstein ◽

Betty J. Ruth ◽

Ashley Clement ◽

Jamie Wyatt Marshall ◽

Madeline Wachman ◽

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Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Social Work ◽

Work Practice ◽

Social Work Practice ◽

Degree Programs ◽

Educational Preparation ◽

Program Administrators ◽

Geographically Dispersed ◽

Talented Students ◽

Dual Degree

Dramatic changes in the health system due to national health reform are raising important questions regarding the educational preparation of social workers for the new health arena. While dual-degree programs in public health and social work can be an important response to what is needed educationally, little is known about them. The National MSW/MPH Programs Study surveyed MSW/MPH program administrators to better understand the prevalence, models, structure, and challenges of these dual-degree programs. Forty-two programs were identified, and 97.6% of those contacted participated (n=41). Findings indicate that MSW/MPH programs are popular, increasing, geographically dispersed, and drawing talented students interested in trans-disciplinary public health social work practice. Challenges for these programs include the need for greater institutional support, particularly funding, and a general lack of best practices for MSW/MPH education. While findings from this study suggest graduates appear especially well-prepared for leadership and practice in the new health environment, additional research is needed to assess their particular contributions and career trajectories.

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International training considerations of Canadian Clinician-Scientist Trainees - A national survey

Clinical & Investigative Medicine ◽

10.25011/cim.v43i4.35003 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 43 (4) ◽

pp. E2-7

Author(s):

Adam Pietrobon ◽

Elina K. Cook ◽

Charles Yin ◽

Derek C. H. Chan ◽

Tina B. Marvasti

Keyword(s):

Degree Completion ◽

Degree Programs ◽

International Training ◽

Additional Training ◽

Canadian Medical School ◽

Extended Training ◽

Clinician Scientist ◽

Dual Degree ◽

Question Survey

Purpose: Canadian clinician-scientist trainees enrolled in dual degree programs often pursue an extended training route following completion of MD and MSc or PhD degrees. However, the proportion, plans and reasoning of trainees who intend to pursue training internationally following dual degree completion has not been investigated. In this study, we assessed the international training considerations of current clinician-scientist trainees. Methods: We designed an 11-question survey, which was sent out by program directors to all current MDPhD program and Clinician Investigator Program (CIP) trainees. Responses were collected from July 8, 2019 to August 8, 2019. Results: We received a total of 191 responses, with representation from every Canadian medical school and both MD-PhD program and CIP trainees. The majority of trainees are considering completing additional training outside Canada, most commonly post-doctoral and/or clinical fellowships. The most common reasons for considering international training include those related to quality and prestige of training programs. In contrast, the most common reasons for considering staying in Canada for additional training are related to personal and ethical reasons. Irrespective of intentions to pursue international training, the majority of trainees ultimately intend to establish a career in Canada. Conclusion: While most trainees are considering additional training outside of Canada due to prestige and quality of training, the majority of trainees intend to pursue a career as a clinician-scientist back in Canada. Trainees would likely benefit from improved guidance and mentorship on the value of international training, as well as enhanced support in facilitating cross-border mobility.

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