SW 507 Interdiscip App Health Mgmt
SW507: Developing an Interdisciplinary Approach to Health Management for Older Adults Health management for older adults is a major issue in today's society. Policy, economics, organizational structure, and clinical care are intermingled in responding on societal, institutional, and clinical levels. This course challenges creative and inquisitive students to approach the health of older adults by addressing these complex issues. It will focus on effective outcomes and understanding the range of roles professionals may adopt, as well as providing the knowledge base and skill set needed for interdisciplinary professional practice. Students and faculty from various disciplines will use a case study approach as the primary teaching model. Prerequisite is SW421B. This course meets the requirement for a clinical practice elective. Enrollment is limited to 5 SSW students. The course is taught at the Harvard Medical Education Building on Longwood Avenue.