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Social Worker, College Degree Education
After becoming a social worker, you will be able to
assist people in solving personal and family problems, arrange adoptions,
find foster homes for children, assist families that have serious domestic
conflicts, and help families deal with illnesses such as AIDs and cancer.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, approximately 40% of social
workers are employed by a state or a local government agency. Most social
workers specialize.
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Thomas Edison State College offers an online, BA
in Social and Behavioral Sciences degree program. Students can
tailor their degrees by choosing to concentrate in one of the following
areas: anthropology, criminal justice, economics, history, labor
studies, political science, psychology, social sciences and sociology. |
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Capella
University has an online, Master
of Science in Human Services/ Social and Community Services degree program. The curriculum is designed for professionals seeking
advanced graduate education in social work. Graduates are prepared
for positions in a variety of agency, institutional, community,
and educational settings. The school also provides a Doctor of Philosophy
(Ph.D) in Human Services program. |
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Walden
University Online offers a PhD
in Human Services with a specialization in Clinical Social Work program online. In this program, students gain the research skills
and context-sensitive knowledge they need to become successful in
their chosen social work careers. The program is designed to help
students promote positive health-oriented growth in diverse communities. |
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The
University of Phoenix Online offers
a Bachelor
of Science in Human Services/Management program online. The
program combines academic instruction in the basis of human services
including social work, counseling, and psychology.
In addition, students gain management skills of planning, leading,
organizing, evaluating, and assessing.
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Some strictly work with children, while others conduct research, analyze policies,
are involved in identifying social problems, and help to establish legislative
solutions. At minimum, most employers require individuals to possess a
Bachelor's degree in social work. Many, however, prefer individuals who
have earned a Master's degree in social work. For positions in health
care settings and clinical work, a Master degree is required. If you enjoy
helping others and can be objective, then this may be the career for you.
Contact one of the online schools for more information and to find out
what careers are available!
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