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Social Work Gerontological Practice: The Need for Faculty Development in the New Millennium
Barbara Berkman1, Barbara Silverstone2, W June Simmons3
1a Columbia University School of Social Work , New York , New York , USA.
Journal of Gerontological Social Work
|May 3, 2016
Summary
Social workers need enhanced gerontology training to meet the needs of diverse older adults. Addressing the faculty shortage in geriatric social work is crucial for future practice.
Area of Science:
- Social Work Education
- Gerontology
- Healthcare Trends
Background:
- Geriatric and gerontology knowledge is underrepresented in social work academic programs.
- Healthcare shifts include technological advances, community care settings, and increased patient/family involvement.
- These trends require updated social work curricula focusing on gerontology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the need for improved gerontological training for social workers.
- To identify key trends impacting social work education in geriatrics.
- To address the shortage of faculty in geriatric social work.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current trends in healthcare and social work education.
- Analysis of the impact of healthcare changes on social work practice with older adults.
- Identification of barriers to effective geriatric social work training.
Main Results:
- Current social work training inadequately prepares practitioners for the complexities of aging.
- New content areas and skills in clinical practice, case management, and care coordination are essential.
- A critical shortage of social work faculty specializing in gerontology exists.
Conclusions:
- Social work education must integrate comprehensive gerontology content and skills.
- Initiatives to develop geriatric social work faculty are vital for the profession's future.
- Enhanced training ensures social workers can effectively serve aging populations and their families.
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