Social Worker
Advocate for Change
Support Vulnerable Individuals
Strengthen Community Stability
Undergraduate
BA Psychology - Social Work Track
Graduate
Master of Social Work
Post-Graduate
No degrees available
This is the educational pathway. There may be additional tests or licensure requirements necessary before begining to practice in the field. Consult your state guidelines for more. information.
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Is this career right for you?
What is the role of a social worker?
A social worker supports individuals, families, and communities by providing counseling, case management, advocacy, and connection to social services.
What does a typical day look like?
A typical day may include meeting with clients, conducting assessments, coordinating services, documenting case notes, advocating for resources, and collaborating with healthcare or school professionals.
Where do social workers work?
Social workers work in hospitals, schools, mental health clinics, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private practice settings.
What are the common job titles and career paths?
Common roles include Licensed Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Career paths may lead to clinical practice, supervision, healthcare leadership, or policy and administration roles.
Who is this career a good fit for?
This career suits individuals who are empathetic, resilient, organized, and committed to social justice and community support.
What are the biggest rewards of this career?
Rewards include meaningful impact on individuals and families, diverse work settings, strong job demand, and opportunities for clinical advancement.
What does long-term growth look like?
Long-term growth may include earning clinical licensure, advancing into supervisory roles, opening a private practice, or moving into program or policy leadership.
What is the educational pathway to become a social worker?
To become a licensed social worker, you must complete a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work and meet state licensure requirements. Clinical licensure typically requires a Master of Social Work, supervised clinical hours, and passing a state licensing examination.
Sara Schenirer offers a Bachelor’s in Psychology with Social Work courses that provides foundational preparation in human behavior, social systems, and counseling principles. Students may then continue into the Master’s in Social Work offered through Sara Schenirer in partnership with the Wurzweiler School of Social Work, which prepares graduates for clinical licensure pathways such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker, depending on state regulations.
The standard pathway for clinical social work is completion of an accredited MSW program, supervised post-graduate clinical experience, and successful state licensure.
