Social Work Bachelors Degree
Q: I have a bachelors degree from a traditional university, in education.
I'd like to get a bachelors (ra only) in social work via dl.
Any suggestions as to the simplest way to get that and what is involved in a
"social work" degree?
A:The only option I'm aware of is Upper Iowa University's B.S. - Human
Services degree (www.uiu.edu). Check their External Degree program for
more information.
Have you had any experience in social work? My advice would be for you
to seek out some type of internship in this field. I have close
experience with a local governmental social services agency, and the
attrition rate among their caseworkers is astronomical. I don't know
if it's the low pay, the enormous caseloads, or the massive unpaid
overtime requirements but SOMETHING is driving people out of this field
in droves. At least know what you're getting yourself into.
I'm one of those overworked caseworkers, but have managed to hang on for six
years so far. I'd advise Pat to look at MSW program if she's really interested
in entering the field of social work. Admission is generally open to people
without an undergraduate degree in social work, and an MSW is an infinitely
more marketable degree than a BSW.
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