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Read as much as you can about patient advocacy in books, magazines and on websites, etc. Find a mentor who is an experienced patient advocate in an area of the field that interests you. Professional associations are a great way to network as well. - 2
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Volunteer at a health care facility to gain experience with patients. Advocate for your family members in medical matters. Work on health care reform efforts. This will help you to discover which area of patient advocacy matches your interests and abilities. - 3
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Decide what training you wish to pursue to become an informed patient advocate. Workshops, certificate programs, and degree programs are available. The Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center offers classes. (reference 3) The University of Miami offers an online program for the Alfus Patient Advocacy Certificate. (reference) Nursing, medical, social work and other related degrees are available in high schools, vocational schools, community colleges, and universities. The University of Southern California and the University of California Los Angeles are world leaders in health care training. - 4
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Care for a sick family member and note how they respond to a patient, caring approach. Practice communicating clearly, in a reassuring manner. Note what approach is successful with the patient when they become frustrated.
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