Behavioral Health in Aging Certificate Program
Healthcare Industry
Organizations Involved
Occupations Involved
Workforce Development Focus
Workforce Issues Addressed
Associations
National Council on Aging (NCOA), Center for Aging and Disability Education and Research (CADER) at Boston University School of Social Work, National Institute of Senior Centers affiliate members
Occupations requiring an MSW; Nurses, general
Improving the quality of healthcare workforce AND healthcare workforce retention
Training current healthcare professionals in new techniques or practices; expanding career and/or professional development opportunities for current healthcare professionals
Description
The Behavioral Health in Aging Certificate program is a 19 CE hour training program that is designed to enhance health and human service workers' understanding of major mental health conditions and substance use concerns facing older adults and to encourage workers to promote mental wellness and resilience in their patient care. The certificate program is meant to help senior center workforce feel confident in their ability to make referrals to appropriate mental and behavioral health treatment providers for their patients. The certificate program was developed through a partnership between the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the Center for Aging and Disability Education and Research (CADER) at Boston University's School of Social Work.