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A model for developing a gerontology curriculum module in small baccalaureate social work programs.

JoAnn M Burke1

  • 1Department of Social Work and Anthropology, Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN 46556, USA.

Gerontology & Geriatrics Education
|May 6, 2005
PubMed
Summary

This model integrates gerontology education into social work practicum seminars using community aging services professionals. It enhances social workers' geriatric competencies and clarifies their role in the aging field.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Work Education
  • Gerontology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Baccalaureate social work programs require robust gerontology training.
  • Existing aging services networks offer untapped resources for education.
  • Small programs often face challenges in curriculum development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a model for integrating gerontology into social work practicum seminars.
  • To leverage community aging services practitioners as instructors.
  • To enhance gerontology competencies for baccalaureate social workers.

Main Methods:

  • Infusing a gerontology curriculum module into an existing seminar.
  • Utilizing community practitioners from the aging services network as instructors.

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  • Tapping into existing resources within the aging services network.

    • Main Results:

    • The model is particularly practical for small social work programs.
    • It increases opportunities to define the role of social workers in aging.
    • It strengthens the gerontology competencies of social workers.

    Conclusions:

    • This model effectively integrates gerontology education using community partnerships.
    • It addresses the need for systems-level focus in geriatric practice.
    • Strengthened social work education in gerontology benefits both individuals and society.