Date of Award
6-2016
Document Type
Project
Degree Name
Master of Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
First Reader/Committee Chair
Davis, Thomas
Abstract
Expectedly and unexpectedly, people pass away. Millions of individuals die in the United States every year. Loss is a natural part of life and some will need grief and loss support. Social workers are in a position to support individuals with grief and loss and end-of-life issues. However, are students ready to provide these services? This study surveyed undergraduate and graduate social work students’ perceived competence in providing grief and loss services. The sample consisted of students in the School of Social Work at California State University, San Bernardino. The study found that respondents in both programs did not feel competent in providing grief and loss services due to the lack of education in the classroom. Additionally, respondents reported not attending professional development hours outside of school.
Recommended Citation
Mitchell, Luis Andres and Murillo, Juan Felipe, "SOCIAL WORK STUDENTS’ PREPARDNESS FOR GRIEF AND LOSS SERVICES" (2016). Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations. 372.
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd/372