Virtual Events

Educating Social Workers in Palliative and End-of-Life Care (ESPEC)

MJHS & NASW Partnership Program

ESPEC is an innovative training program designed for health social workers by social workers to promote the integration of primary palliative care skills into clinical practice. Program components include interactive online coursework; live, synchronous instructor-led training; monthly mentorship; and leadership training. The state-of-the-art curriculum presents videos of patient and family encounters, highlighting best social work practices using the framework of the eight domains of palliative care. 

Interactive training techniques are designed to engage the learner and create a new community of practice. Learners must complete Part I before registering for Part II and complete Part II before registering for Part III. Mentorship sessions can be joined at any time after completing Part I.

Discounted pricing for NASW members.

Learn more about ESPEC

Safety and Inclusiveness at NASW Events

Social work conferences and meetings are places where we gather to learn, share information, and begin and renew professional collaborations. As such, it is important to foster an atmosphere that promotes safety and inclusiveness. We are committed to fulfilling the expectation for an atmosphere that is physically and psychologically safe.

Read the Social Work Leadership Roundtable Statement on Safety and Inclusiveness