The Third Annual Atrium Health Social Work Symposium

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*Registration payment includes Credit Cards and Interfund Transfers ONLY.

Target Audience

Social Workers

Description

Social workers are an indispensable part of the healthcare team, standing on the community front lines to support children, families, and individuals in overcoming life's challenges. They drive change and contribute to creating a more equitable society. March is dedicated to raising awareness and highlighting the crucial role of social workers as our community continues to grow and face numerous challenges.

This symposium offers social workers a unique opportunity to deepen their knowledge, values, and skills for competent practice in medical settings. It will recognize the vital contributions of social workers in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Additionally, the symposium will promote work-life integration and more, ensuring that social workers are well-equipped to advance health equity and improve outcomes for all.

Date/Time
Friday, March 6, 2026 / 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM EST
Registration & Breakfast - 7:45 AM to 8:25 AM
Program begins at 8:30 AM
*You MUST attend the entire event to receive credit.

In-Person Location
Center for Learning and Development
5039 Airport Center Parkway
Building K / Classroom 17 & 18
Charlotte, NC 28208-5885
(Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided)

Virtual Option
The Virtual Session will be broadcast with Zoom. Instructions to join the webinar will be emailed prior to the event. You can test your computer by going to the Zoom Test Page.

Registration Fee
Registration Fee - $50.00 (VIRTUAL)
Registration Fee - $65.00 (IN-PERSON)
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Atrium Health Education Assistance

Sponsorship Opportunities
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The Third Annual Atrium Health Social Work Symposium - Sponsorship Payment and Information

Continuing Education Credit
(You MUST attend the entire event to receive credit)
0.6 CEUs / 6.0 Contact Hours

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Objectives

• Enhance Professional Competence: Analyze and apply advanced knowledge, professional values, and evidence based skills to enhance effective social work practice in both inpatient and outpatient medical settings.
• Promote Health Equity: Support Social Drivers of Health (SDOH) work and enterprise expectations to ensure social workers are prepared to advocate for and implement strategies that promote health equity.
• Acknowledge Contributions: Recognize and celebrate the vital role of social workers in the healthcare team, highlighting their impact on patient care and community well-being.
• Foster Work-Life Integration: Evaluate and implement practical strategies and resources that promote sustainable work–life balance and professional well-being among social workers.
• Encourage Collaboration: Collaborate and synthesize shared experiences and best practices through regional networking to strengthen professional support and collective impact among social workers across the Southeast Region.
• Raise Awareness: Examine and advocate for the vital role of social workers in addressing community challenges and advancing social change, with particular emphasis on the significance of Social Work Month in March.

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