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Community-based Approaches to Health Education and Promotion

WEBCommunity-based programs offer invaluable health and wellness information outside of traditional health care settings. They tackle everything from …

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Social Work and Social Justice: The Role of Social Workers

WEBWorking one on one with clients, social workers help them navigate challenges brought on and exacerbated by an unjust society, such as poverty, prolonged …

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How to Become a Social Worker

WEBAfter earning a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related discipline, individuals have the foundation needed to pursue graduate studies. A Master of Social …

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How to Become a Health Care Social Worker

WEBAn important step when considering how to become a health care social worker is to earn a Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree from an accredited …

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VCU M.S.W. Degree Online Masters in Social Work Start Now

WEBFounded in 1917, the School of Social Work stands as the first school of its kind in the South, as well as one of two programs in Virginia (and only 56 nationwide) to offer …

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Self-Care for Social Workers: Tips and Strategies

WEBDeep breathing. One of the simpler self-care strategies for social workers, deep breathing exercises can produce feelings of calm. Deep breathing techniques — …

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How to Become a Mental Health Social Worker

WEB1. Earn Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees. The first step in becoming a mental health social worker involves earning undergraduate and graduate degrees. The typical …

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The Importance of Advocacy in Social Work

WEBAdvocacy is a fundamental aspect of achieving social work’s primary goals of social justice, equality and the promotion of human dignity. By giving a voice to the …

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7 Types of Self-Care and Why You Should Practice Them

WEBProcessing emotions can be hard to do. When negative emotions spiral out of control, they can impact an individual’s personal and professional relationships. …

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The Role of an Immigration Social Worker

WEBAn immigration social worker assists immigrants in accessing the resources they need to thrive and helps them navigate the immigration process. Immigration social …

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Social Work Specializations and How to Choose the Right One

WEBSocial Work Specializations and How to Choose the Right One. June 27, 2022. Students choose a degree in social work to gain the skills and experience they …

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How to Perform a Social Work Needs Assessment

WEBStep 1: Define Goals and Scope. The first step of a community needs assessment is to determine its purpose and scope. This can range from identifying …

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What Is Reproductive Justice

WEBReproductive justice is an interdisciplinary framework of principles and values designed to answer these and many other questions related to reproductive issues. …

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Social Work and Mental Health: Addressing Gun Violence Trauma

WEBGun violence remains a critical issue in the United States, substantially impacting public health and safety across the country. As of early December, the Gun …

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Understanding Social Welfare Policy

WEBSocial welfare policy refers to government programs that help ensure the health of a society and those who live in it. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, …

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Case Management vs. Social Work: What’s the Difference

WEBFor one, the level of contact with clients differs. Case managers tend to facilitate the delivery of services, coordinating the steps in those processes from start to …

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Facts About Homelessness in America

WEBFamily houselessness was on the decline in the United States from 2012 to 2022, but that changed in 2023 due to factors such as a decrease in affordable housing, …

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