SWK5806 Advanced Clinical Practice with Psychopharmacology
Students develop an understanding of the basics of psychopharmacology, the risks and benefits associated with psychotropic medications, and best practices in social work. Students gain skills necessary to address client needs within an interdisciplinary system using a biopsychosocial framework that is informed by neurobiology, psychiatric disorders, mental wellness, and psychosocial advocacy. Students develop an awareness of the historical, sociopolitical, economic, and ethical context of the administration of psychotropic medications. Additionally, students demonstrate the ability to address medication-related concerns from an advocacy lens using a range of approaches, techniques, and strategies in collaboration with clients, families, and providers. Students analyze ethical and legal issues, and the social worker’s role in collaboration and communication with clients and their families. For MSW and MSW Advanced Standing students only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer except by coursework from a CSWE-accredited program.
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