Date/Time
3 CEs
This training provides a comprehensive overview of working with individuals living with and beyond cancer. With an estimated 26 million people in the US affected, social workers across practice areas are likely to encounter clients impacted by cancer’s multifaceted challenges.
The course explores the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of the cancer experience, emphasizing how distress may typically manifest. Participants will gain knowledge of cancer epidemiology, treatment pathways, and survivorship standards, as well as evidence-based strategies for assessing and addressing psychosocial distress.
The program will also introduce practical therapeutic modalities to support clients across the cancer care continuum—from diagnosis to survivorship.
Objectives:
Describe current demographic trends in the prevalent population of cancer survivors.
Enumerate some of the acute, long-term, and late effects of cancer that may affect cancer survivors’ well-being and recovery.
Identify individuals at high risk for poor psychosocial outcomes in the context of cancer.
Explore different interventions for helping survivors better manage the psychosocial challenges imposed by cancer.
Audience: Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
Location: Virtual
Sponsored By: University of Maryland School of Social Work
Cost: $70.00-$90.00
For questions, email the University of Maryland School of Social Work at cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu