Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Worker - Certified | APHSW-C
Certificants who earn this credential demonstrate the ability to apply the social work process to help patients and their families maintain optimal functioning and quality of life within the limits of the disease process.
- Type Certification
- Level Advanced
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Applicants must hold either a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) or a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or equivalent accreditation for degrees earned outside of the United States
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BSW applicants must have at least three years of post-degree supervised experience in hospice and palliative social work and have at least three years of post-degree experience in hospice and/or palliative social work within the previous five years. Supervision must be provided by an MSW or licensed professional experienced in hospice and/or palliative care. (One year of experience is defined as working 2,000 hours.)
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MSW applicants must have at least two years of post-degree experience in hospice and/or palliative social work within the previous five years. (One year of experience is defined as working 2,000 hours)
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Applicants must attest to practicing in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics
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If the applicant’s state requires licensure to practice based on the applicant’s educational level and type of practice, licensure in good standing is required.
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Achieve a passing score on the APHSW-C exam.