Can you get your masters in social without your bs in social work?
I have my BA in business mgt but want to go into Social Work. I was thinking of just getting my masters in social work but I don't know if that's possible. Can anyone help? I'd appreciate it!
Higher Education (University +) - 3 Answers
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Yes.
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Thankfully, many if not most Masters programs do not require an undergraduate degree in the same field. In fact, many masters programs prefer individuals with different undergraduate degrees; these individuals offer a different viewpoint on material and also gives you, the student, a more broad understanding of business. Check out the link to find a Masters program for you. Good luck!
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yes you can.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
If I have a masters is social work can I get a PhD in psychology
If I have a masters is social work can I get a PhD in psychology?
Can I go straight to the Phd program for psychology with a masters in social work or will I need a masters in psychology first?
Psychology - 1 Answers
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good question, I often wondered this myself when making my decision between an MSW and a Phd or PsyD in psychology. phD programs in psychology are open to anyone with an undergraduate degree, though having certain pre-requisites does help and may be necessary. You likely will need to take the GRE and have some statistics and experimental psychology under your belt as well as a certain amount of credits in psychology. Programs are very competitive, however, and going for a masters in psychology may prepare you better for competing for a phD spot. Very few people can go from an undergrad straight to a PhD program without lots of experience in the field, which is hard to come by with a bachelors degree. You may also consider a PsyD, which sometimes does not require a dissertation and tends to be less research focused. I am completing an MSW at the moment and I can tell you that there is no transferring credits from one program to another. Although the fields can have identical scopes of practice in terms of clinical work especially, they are considered two different fields of study. Call be biased, but there are advantages to an MSW over a psych PhD, but the psych PhD will give you more prestige and in-school experience as well as a more medicalized quantitative approach to mental health. A psych PhD can run from 5-7 years of education not including externships, and can be very expensive. An MSW is typically 2 years unless you have a BSW at which point it might be one year to complete. You then sit for licensing exams to become in most states a Licensed Master of Social Work. 2-3 years in the field fulfilling certain roles can get you a second clinical license which enables you to practice psychotherapy independently, including having a private practice. Outside of performing psychological testing, you are qualified to perform basically all of the roles a clinical psychologist can. The programs differ in approach and your interests in mental health, your pocket book ,and length of study can help you determine which program is best for you. There is more to consider about the differences in programs, feel free to e-mail me! If you have any further questions, you can find my e-mail address at my blog www.goaskjo.blogspot.com
Can I go straight to the Phd program for psychology with a masters in social work or will I need a masters in psychology first?
Psychology - 1 Answers
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good question, I often wondered this myself when making my decision between an MSW and a Phd or PsyD in psychology. phD programs in psychology are open to anyone with an undergraduate degree, though having certain pre-requisites does help and may be necessary. You likely will need to take the GRE and have some statistics and experimental psychology under your belt as well as a certain amount of credits in psychology. Programs are very competitive, however, and going for a masters in psychology may prepare you better for competing for a phD spot. Very few people can go from an undergrad straight to a PhD program without lots of experience in the field, which is hard to come by with a bachelors degree. You may also consider a PsyD, which sometimes does not require a dissertation and tends to be less research focused. I am completing an MSW at the moment and I can tell you that there is no transferring credits from one program to another. Although the fields can have identical scopes of practice in terms of clinical work especially, they are considered two different fields of study. Call be biased, but there are advantages to an MSW over a psych PhD, but the psych PhD will give you more prestige and in-school experience as well as a more medicalized quantitative approach to mental health. A psych PhD can run from 5-7 years of education not including externships, and can be very expensive. An MSW is typically 2 years unless you have a BSW at which point it might be one year to complete. You then sit for licensing exams to become in most states a Licensed Master of Social Work. 2-3 years in the field fulfilling certain roles can get you a second clinical license which enables you to practice psychotherapy independently, including having a private practice. Outside of performing psychological testing, you are qualified to perform basically all of the roles a clinical psychologist can. The programs differ in approach and your interests in mental health, your pocket book ,and length of study can help you determine which program is best for you. There is more to consider about the differences in programs, feel free to e-mail me! If you have any further questions, you can find my e-mail address at my blog www.goaskjo.blogspot.com
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
What is the difference in getting your masters in social work or psychology
What is the difference in getting your masters in social work or psychology?
I am graduating with my BA in psychology and now am thinkng of getting my MA in clinical social work. I wanted to know what exactly are the differences? I want to do therapy basically and help people or kids. I dont mind getting invloved in abusive areas and child neglect etc... however my passion is psych and i think that going for my masters in psych will basically be repeating all I learned now with more depth. Any hlep will be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Psychology - 5 Answers
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I'm going through almost the same thing. I have one more year of undergraduate left and I'm thinking of career choices. But from what I got from some professors, MA in psych might not be that useful, you might have to go for PhD, which takes much longer, as I'm pretty sure you know already. Also the pay is worse for Social work, so that's an important factor. I'm pretty sure psychology is also broader once you get the PhD, you can do other things besides just therapy if you ever get bored. Also, many people who want to get PhD after getting an MSW do so in Psychology. That's all I know.
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Depends on if you want to manage a McDonald's or be a cop? Seriously, I was thinking about how these masters degrees seem to mean so little compared to a MBA. Search online job sites for the kind of things you would like to so and see what they require.
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MFT, or the equivalent, is a state-by-state licensure. They are mostly counseling therapists, although not able to administer tests (must be a PhD). LCSW is more social work, but can have own practice to do therapy, if licensed. The LCSW is also able to take more forms of insurance, an can work in the government setting. MFTs are trained more in psych, and counseling techniques such as; marriage and family, behavior, drug and alcohol, adjustment, and so on. It really comes down to personal preference, and what setting you would like to work in. In Ca. the demand is currently greater for LCSWs, which is a licensure with MSW.
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I went through this same thing when I was in school and I didn't know I would need a doctorate in psych. For me it never happened. So I also considered the MSW. It is a two-year terminal degree. In my experience, it is more oriented to social issues, and social work doesn't have the depth of theory in terms of clinical work. That said, some of the very best therapists have the MSW. I agree that there is little use for the masters in psych. If you are sure you can't go for the Ph.D. then you would do well to choose an MSW program in your area of interest. Both fields have trouble with reimbursement because of the emphasis on short term therapy instead of dealing with the abuse and childhood trauma issues that demand long, diligent work for patient and therapist. In some states...maybe all...MSWs have to be signed off on by psychiatrists or psychologists to be paid by insurance. And in a few states, psychologists now can prescribe medication. I think they are both good fields where a good therapist in private practice can be innovative and creative and do much good.
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Well the biggest difference is they are two totally different professions with very different philosophical orientations. Social work is primarily concerned with social justice and clinical work is considered a part of what social workers do, but all social workers are concerned with social justice and by professional ethics are directed to address the multiple sources of oppression. Psychology is primarily concerned with intra-psychic issues, concerns and depending on which school of psychology unconscious desires. Now as for licenses - The LCSW is the most respected (largely due to how long the license has existed and the rigor of the accreditation process for schools of social work. You have two other options for licenses at the MA level - the LPC (licensed professional counselor) and the MFT (marriage and family therapist) - both are much newer (some states have them both others only one). The rigor of the accreditation of these MA programs is much lower. DA
I am graduating with my BA in psychology and now am thinkng of getting my MA in clinical social work. I wanted to know what exactly are the differences? I want to do therapy basically and help people or kids. I dont mind getting invloved in abusive areas and child neglect etc... however my passion is psych and i think that going for my masters in psych will basically be repeating all I learned now with more depth. Any hlep will be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Psychology - 5 Answers
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I'm going through almost the same thing. I have one more year of undergraduate left and I'm thinking of career choices. But from what I got from some professors, MA in psych might not be that useful, you might have to go for PhD, which takes much longer, as I'm pretty sure you know already. Also the pay is worse for Social work, so that's an important factor. I'm pretty sure psychology is also broader once you get the PhD, you can do other things besides just therapy if you ever get bored. Also, many people who want to get PhD after getting an MSW do so in Psychology. That's all I know.
2
Depends on if you want to manage a McDonald's or be a cop? Seriously, I was thinking about how these masters degrees seem to mean so little compared to a MBA. Search online job sites for the kind of things you would like to so and see what they require.
3
MFT, or the equivalent, is a state-by-state licensure. They are mostly counseling therapists, although not able to administer tests (must be a PhD). LCSW is more social work, but can have own practice to do therapy, if licensed. The LCSW is also able to take more forms of insurance, an can work in the government setting. MFTs are trained more in psych, and counseling techniques such as; marriage and family, behavior, drug and alcohol, adjustment, and so on. It really comes down to personal preference, and what setting you would like to work in. In Ca. the demand is currently greater for LCSWs, which is a licensure with MSW.
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I went through this same thing when I was in school and I didn't know I would need a doctorate in psych. For me it never happened. So I also considered the MSW. It is a two-year terminal degree. In my experience, it is more oriented to social issues, and social work doesn't have the depth of theory in terms of clinical work. That said, some of the very best therapists have the MSW. I agree that there is little use for the masters in psych. If you are sure you can't go for the Ph.D. then you would do well to choose an MSW program in your area of interest. Both fields have trouble with reimbursement because of the emphasis on short term therapy instead of dealing with the abuse and childhood trauma issues that demand long, diligent work for patient and therapist. In some states...maybe all...MSWs have to be signed off on by psychiatrists or psychologists to be paid by insurance. And in a few states, psychologists now can prescribe medication. I think they are both good fields where a good therapist in private practice can be innovative and creative and do much good.
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Well the biggest difference is they are two totally different professions with very different philosophical orientations. Social work is primarily concerned with social justice and clinical work is considered a part of what social workers do, but all social workers are concerned with social justice and by professional ethics are directed to address the multiple sources of oppression. Psychology is primarily concerned with intra-psychic issues, concerns and depending on which school of psychology unconscious desires. Now as for licenses - The LCSW is the most respected (largely due to how long the license has existed and the rigor of the accreditation process for schools of social work. You have two other options for licenses at the MA level - the LPC (licensed professional counselor) and the MFT (marriage and family therapist) - both are much newer (some states have them both others only one). The rigor of the accreditation of these MA programs is much lower. DA
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
What can I do with a Masters of Social Work
What can I do with a Masters of Social Work?
Hi I am considering going to school to get my masters of social work. I volunteer on our communities local distress line, love working with, getting to know and helping people, and I like to work in teams and be creative. I am not positive this is the career path for me as I have heard from some people you will burn out quickly and will not find it a fulfilling job. Please help! What all can you do with an MSW?
Psychology - 2 Answers
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a better question might be, what can't you do ;) You can work in a hospital, a school, you can get your LCSW and do counseling, you can work in a prison, you can work with the elderly, you can work in hospice, you can work with the youth, you can teach at a University or Community college. Just make sure the school is accredited. You can check out www.usajobs.gov for some of the military positions. Companies like Spectrum will also hire Social Workers for military bases.
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scare away guys..
Hi I am considering going to school to get my masters of social work. I volunteer on our communities local distress line, love working with, getting to know and helping people, and I like to work in teams and be creative. I am not positive this is the career path for me as I have heard from some people you will burn out quickly and will not find it a fulfilling job. Please help! What all can you do with an MSW?
Psychology - 2 Answers
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a better question might be, what can't you do ;) You can work in a hospital, a school, you can get your LCSW and do counseling, you can work in a prison, you can work with the elderly, you can work in hospice, you can work with the youth, you can teach at a University or Community college. Just make sure the school is accredited. You can check out www.usajobs.gov for some of the military positions. Companies like Spectrum will also hire Social Workers for military bases.
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scare away guys..
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