The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for social workers.
A bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement for entry into the occupation, but some positions require an advanced degree. All States and the District of Columbia have some licensure, certification, or registration requirement; but these regulations vary.
Education and training. A bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) is the most common minimum requirement to qualify for a job as a social worker; however, majors in psychology, sociology, and related fields may qualify for some entry-level jobs, especially in small community agencies. Although a bachelor's degree is sufficient for entry into the field, an advanced degree is required for some positions. A master's degree in social work (MSW) is typically required for positions in health and school settings and is required for clinical work, as well. Some jobs in public and private agencies may require an advanced degree, such as an MSW with a concentration in social services policy or administration. Supervisory, administrative, and staff training positions usually require an advanced degree. College and university teaching positions and most research appointments normally require a doctorate in social work (DSW or Ph.D.).
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Outside of the specific skills associated with social work, social workers should be emotionally mature, objective, and sensitive to people and their problems. They must be able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain good working relationships with clients and coworkers. Volunteer or paid jobs as a social work aide can help people test their interest in this field.
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A social worker should have basic computer literacy. It would be beneficial to be able to run spread sheets also, and word processors.
A social worker needs to know all types of general math. If you are going to college, you will have to take college level algebra.
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tTo be a social worker you would go to a school that has a speciality in social work usually a four year school. Then you have to pass a test to become licensed in the stste you want to practice in.. Thus licensed social worker.
You can typically find out who your social worker is by contacting the agency or organization that assigned the social worker to you. You can also check any documentation or paperwork you have received from the social worker or the agency. Additionally, you may contact your case worker or supervisor for assistance in identifying your assigned social worker.
The Hoirzon Career Centre is an ideal place to find out the requirements on how to become a social worker. There are many questions which help the candidate see what is needed, and in depth detail is given.
No, a physician is not a social worker, but a medical doctor.
To be employed as a social worker, you must attend college and it is strongly encouraged and recommended that you take classes under the major of social work.
They are sometimes referred to as a social welfare worker.
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