Continuing Education

Geriatric Social Work and Mental Health

Clinical Assessments and Care Planning

Mental Health Education

About The Course

Course Title: Geriatric Social Work: Clinical Assessments and Care Planning

Learning Method: Record asynchronous distance (non-interactive). This course includes a recorded video and access to the presented resources.

Amount of CE Credit Offered: 1 credit (general). ASWB ACE and NBCC.

Fees: This course can be purchased individually for $25 or as part of an annual unlimited continuing education subscription available for $99/year.

Posttest: Following the course, the participant will take a 10 question posttest. A score of 70% correct is required to pass and obtain a certificate. If you do not pass the posttest, it can be re-taken after fully reviewing the materials again.

Certificate of Completion: In order to receive a certificate of completion, you must indicate that you’ve watched the entire video portion of the course, earn a passing grade on the test, and complete the requested course evaluation.

Description of the Course:

Why is understanding this topic important?

1. Growing Elderly Population:

The global population is aging rapidly, with a significant increase in the number of elderly individuals requiring specialized care. Effective clinical assessments and care planning are essential to meet the complex and diverse needs of this demographic.

2. Complex Health and Social Needs:

Elderly individuals often face multiple chronic health conditions, cognitive impairments, and social isolation. Comprehensive clinical assessments are crucial to identify these issues early and develop personalized care plans that address both medical and psychosocial needs.

3. Integration of Multidisciplinary Resources:

Geriatric care requires coordination among various healthcare professionals, community resources, and family members. Effective care planning ensures that all relevant parties are involved and that resources are utilized efficiently.

Learning Objectives:

Apply Innovative Assessment Techniques in Geriatric Care: Social workers and mental health professionals will be able to identify and implement at least two innovative assessment techniques or tools discussed to enhance the accuracy and comprehensiveness of clinical assessments for elderly clients.
Engage Community Resources in Care Planning: Social workers and mental health professionals will develop strategies to effectively engage community resources and support networks in the care planning process for their elderly clients.
Advocate for Geriatric Clients through Writing and Outreach: Social workers and mental health professionals will be inspired to use writing and community outreach as tools to advocate for their geriatric clients, integrating advocacy into professional practice.

Target Audience:

Masters and Clinical level licensees pursuing continuing education and mental health professionals.

Content Level:

Both beginning and intermediate-level content are included in this course.

Instructor Bio(s):

Meagan Mitchell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been providing individualized and group instruction for over 5 years.

Meagan is currently a Child and Adolescent Therapist in Washington, DC. She is working towards her Play Therapy credential. Meagan is also the founder of Agents of Change Social Work Test Prep – a learning platform and community designed for social workers preparing for their licensing exams.

She loves combining her passion for learning and sharing her knowledge with the social work community. Meagan has a strong interest in tech & and innovation, specifically exploring the intersection of technology with social work practices. She is also passionate about multicultural supervision & and ethics; ensuring diverse voices are heard, understood, and supported in supervision and consultation.

Lastly, Meagan is currently a DSW student at SUNY Buffalo.

Chaundra Scott, LMSW and Entrepreneur

Chaundra Scott is an LMSW from Hanover, MD. She earned her MSW degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) and has over 18 years of social work experience. Her social work experience ranges from child welfare, non-profit organizations, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health care.

She currently serves as a Medical Social Worker serving geriatric and home bound individuals. Chaundra is passionate about empowering individuals, communities, and families to guide them towards independence and a healthier lifestyle. In her spare time she enjoys being a volleyball mom to her one daughter, being an author, cooking, reading, crafting, and attending concerts.

Course Outline:

1) Introduction and Background

Welcome and speaker introductions
Overview of the session’s objectives
Speaker background: Meagan Mitchell and Chaundra Scott

2) Key Learning Objectives

Innovative assessment techniques for geriatric care
Strategies for assessing homebound clients
Importance of community resources and wraparound care
Identification of systematic barriers in geriatric care

3) Clinical Assessments and Care Planning

Techniques and tools for effective assessments
Importance of home visits and environmental evaluations
Developing and implementing comprehensive care plans
Coordination of care with multidisciplinary teams

4) Challenges and Barriers

Systematic and policy-related barriers
Financial constraints and insurance issues
Accessibility to durable medical equipment and daily necessities
Addressing mental health and emotional well-being of elderly clients

5) Practical Advice and Resources

Tips for professionals entering geriatric social work and mental healthcare
Emphasis on patience, empathy, and effective communication
Importance of leveraging community resources

Course Creation Date: 5/29/24

Requesting Accessibility Accommodations:

Please email [email protected] to request accessibility accommodations.

System Requirements:

The most recent version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge browser
Javascript enabled
PDF plugin
Graphic and audio output capability
Broadband internet connection with a minimum speed of 5Mbps (recommended)
TLS 1.2 supported by your web browser

Refund Policy: In general, refunds will not be provided. However, if you do have any concerns or grievances, please contact us at the email address below. Registrants who do not complete their course(s) will not receive a refund. Registrants who purchased the course but did not achieve a passing grade will not receive a refund. The Agents of Change Grievance Policy can be viewed here.

Cancellation Policy: If an Agents of Change Continuing Education course is canceled, a full refund will be provided to all participants.

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Agents of Change is Approved by ACE

Agents of Change, #1919, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 7/26/2023 – 7/26/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1 continuing education credit.

Agents of Change is Approved by NBCC

Agents of Change has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7620. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Agents of Change is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

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