THE STATUS OF SPECIALIZED GERONTOLOGICAL TRAINING IN GRADUATE SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION

Sherry M. Cummings · V. A. DeCoster

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This study assessed the current state of specialized training in master-level social work programs self-identified as either an aging specialization, concentration, or certificate. Fifty-nine identified gerontological social work programs responded to this survey (92.2% response rate). Compared with findings from similar previous studies in the 1980s, results revealed a decline in the number of graduate level aging-related social work programs. Study findings revealed similarities and significant differences among concentration, specialization, and certificate aging-related programs. Results suggest that much variation among aging-specific programs exists and greater standardization may be needed. Implications for social work education, practice, and research are discussed.

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