Social workers are highly trained professionals. Different degrees from associates to doctorate levels are available. Many top accredited online universities and colleges offer online social work degrees. You can earn any suitable degree can enter in the field of social work. Professionals already working as social worker can upgrade their skills via any suitable online social work degree.

If you are thinking about starting a career in the social work field this is a must read to get you started

The Advancement Of Social Work In The 21st Century

For over a century, social workers and organisations that represent them, have had to work doggedly to legitimize their work as a profession. modern day social work needs bachelor's degrees for broad based work, and masters degrees for specialised work in the field together with hundreds of hours of hands on training to acquire the positions available. in the beginning of the 20th century, social work recommends started to form the case for society accepting them as legit enough to adopt a position that would link them with doctors, counsels and clergy.

Social Work Theory and Practice - Making the Links

by Chris Towland
Our experience is that many students on the social work degree can be intimidated by the word 'theory'. This immediately inhibits effective learning about theory. Theory in social work is about how we relate to others and how we make sure that we are providing effective services.

A Social Work Career? Here Are Five Important Checkpoints

by Bob Hartzell
A social work degree can take you into a multitude of service specialties helping people. If you are interested in being part of the safety net that gets people back on their feet again it's a field you should consider. There can be great rewards working with children, families, the elderly and the lost.

Social Work Careers - Three Options For Study and Work Options

by Dee Cohen
A career in social work involves being passionate by improving people lives. In addition, the job description for a counselor is very involved and requires helping people to solve issues in their life. Many of the clients are dealing with family issues like sexual abuse, substance abuse and relationship problems.

Help For Substance Abuse - Social Work Counseling Can Make a Difference For Recovery

by Dee Cohen
Social workers play an important role in helping someone overcome a drug problem. They can encourage someone to stop their denial and give them support to continue through the difficult times of cravings.

Social Care Recruitment Companies Ask "Yes, But What Kind of Social Work?"

by Victoria Lloyd
Saying you want to become a "Social Worker" is something akin to ordering a "Coffee" in Starbucks; (bear with me) you'll soon be bombarded with questions "an espresso, double espresso, latte, Americano, macchiato, mocha, cappuccino." My point is that social work is a varied job role. Social Work has an internationally recognised definition.

Characteristics And Responsibilities In Social Work

by Susan Mathisen
Social work is a profession and research discipline, aimed at finding the ways to social growth, welfare, and social justice. The discipline deals with problems of the individual and the community. The basic objectives of are improving the quality of life, community development, spreading education, and eradication of unwanted public barriers to growth, and development.

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