Would it be wiser to obtain a Masters in Social Work or a Masters in Counseling?
I spoke with a friend recently who told me the Masters in Social Work was a better idea since you can do counseling plus other things. Is this true? Why would anyone want to become strictly a counselor then if they were able to do both? I would like to hear knowledgeable answers as this decision is looming as graduation is just around the corner! My bachelors degree is going to be in psychology with a minor in business administration.
Psychology - 3 Answers
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i think you go for the masters in social work because First, the public has more familiarity with it; most people have heard of a social worker and have a general understanding of the MSW degree. Secondly, you can be credentialed/licensed in all states with it. Thirdly, insurance companies have no qualms about reimbursements for social work degree in masters.. If you go for counseling, be sure to check the requirements for independent practice in your state as your degree may or may not prepare you. However, a masters in counseling can allow you to do much the same as an masters in social work.OK after completing your bachelors degree you should take right step in a proper way.
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Having had 200 hours of Dianetic auditing I find it the best form of counseling ever offered anywhere. What is very true about mental difficulties is that once the auditor discovers the "force of an event or decision" is encountered with the guiding of the auditor it is completely released once the event(s) or decision(s) is/are reviewed. The joy that erupts when the audited person achieves RELEASE is an incredible experience to watch or participate in! Try learning to audit others. Psychology doesn't accomplish anything near the happiness obtained in ridding the mind of the effects of former events and decisions!
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Many states will not grant a license to someone with a masters in counseling, but with the msw (after meeting the requirments) you can take the licensing exam. Agencies often want someone with the msw who is licensed to be able to join insurance panels. Also, at least in florida, for work at assisted living facilities, the msw is preferred due to medicare reimbursements. Meditator
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Thursday, March 15, 2012
What job could i get if i had a Bachelors in Social Work verse a Masters in Social work
What job could i get if i had a Bachelors in Social Work verse a Masters in Social work?
Right now im in school for a Bachelors degree in Social work, what job would i expect to get? Would i have a better change of having a better job if i had a Masters in Social Work instead?
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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With only a bachelor's degree, your job opportunities are very limited. Being a daytime attendant in a group home would be an example. The competition for these low-paying jobs is surprisingly tough. With an MSW, your job opportunities in the profession are unlimited and the pay can be six times or more as high, especially if you become licensed as an LCSW or the equivalent in your state and open your own practice.
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Bachelor's in Social Work >---> Taco Bell Master's in Social Work >----> International House of Pancakes
Right now im in school for a Bachelors degree in Social work, what job would i expect to get? Would i have a better change of having a better job if i had a Masters in Social Work instead?
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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With only a bachelor's degree, your job opportunities are very limited. Being a daytime attendant in a group home would be an example. The competition for these low-paying jobs is surprisingly tough. With an MSW, your job opportunities in the profession are unlimited and the pay can be six times or more as high, especially if you become licensed as an LCSW or the equivalent in your state and open your own practice.
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Bachelor's in Social Work >---> Taco Bell Master's in Social Work >----> International House of Pancakes
Thursday, March 8, 2012
What is a good website for finding scholarships for a Masters in Social Work
What is a good website for finding scholarships for a Masters in Social Work?
I was accepted into Hunter for a Masters in Social Work. I already filled out the FAFSA. I am looking for additional scholarships. What would you suggest? Are there any good websites?
Financial Aid - 3 Answers
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I was accepted into Hunter for a Masters in Social Work. I already filled out the FAFSA. I am looking for additional scholarships. What would you suggest? Are there any good websites?
Financial Aid - 3 Answers
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Are you interested in getting updated information about college loan consolidation? Are you confused about not getting the right counselor to advice you about the appropriateness of loans? If the answer to these questions is yes, then the solution is here. Consult online guides for college loan consolidation specifications, so that you can take loans designed to meet your educational purposes.
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Some friends of mine in college told me that they have valuable information regarding scholarships from this place. Good luck
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The Money Is There, but You Have to Ask for It, read this tutorial on how to get a scholarship : http://information2share.blogspot.com/search/label/How%20to%20Apply%20for%20a%20Scholarship
Thursday, March 1, 2012
What are the requirements I need in order to earn a masters degree in Social Work
What are the requirements I need in order to earn a masters degree in Social Work?
I know the best way is to probably major in psychology and sociology and get my masters in Social Work, but I want to know if this is the best way. Also, I live in a small town in Indiana and would like to remain here to pursue Social Work, but is that also the right idea? On average I would like to make about 60-70 thousand a year.
Higher Education (University +) - 3 Answers
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An NVQ level 3 in health and social care, and two A levels either in science and english and maybe maths.
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The absolute best course of action to obtain a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) is to first get your Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW). If you major in Sociology or Psychology, you will end of having to take all the undergraduate level Social Work classes as a graduate student. It will take you an additional 1-2 years depending on how many courses you take per semester. Some colleges offer part of their social work programs online, but in order to get a BSW or MSW, you are going to need to attend a 4 year college or university. There's really no way around it. You will also have to complete two internships in your course of studies. Make sure that the social work program that you attend has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. This is extremely important as the majority of jobs require this. As for salary, there are very few social work jobs that will pay what you are looking for even with a Master's Degree. Even those in administration often times do not make that much. You will have to have worked many many years in the field before you can expect that type of salary and many never acheive it. Good luck to you. I hope I answered some of your questions.
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Anna3 has no clue what she's talking about. Most MSW programs will accept people with any bachelor's degree to promote diversity in the school. You may have to take a class or two as a prerequisite - I took statistics and a research class, and my undergrad was in political science. I am in the IUPUI program and despite what the ill-informed "anna3" seems to think, you do NOT have to take social work courses since you don't have a bsw in social work. The faculty here have devised an intensive 8 session "immersion" course, then you start your normal classes. After receiving the MSW and getting your license, your compensation depends on you. Some people work for the state, some in private practice, some in research/teaching, others in hospitals. Most are moved up to supervisory or management positions very quickly. You will make good money, as starting salary is around 40k. It goes up from there, and there are many ways to do more side work if you want. Please, pay no attention to the childish, ill-informed people who think they'll be making 6 figures their first year out of an MBA program. That's not going to happen, and it's not an honorable goal to begin with. Social work changes you for the better, and allows you the empowerment to really help other people in your area of practice. Money is a part of it, but it has heart and is about more than the greed and pursuit of money. Also, there are many loan-forgiveness programs for students after graduation. Check out the IUPUI MSW program.
I know the best way is to probably major in psychology and sociology and get my masters in Social Work, but I want to know if this is the best way. Also, I live in a small town in Indiana and would like to remain here to pursue Social Work, but is that also the right idea? On average I would like to make about 60-70 thousand a year.
Higher Education (University +) - 3 Answers
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An NVQ level 3 in health and social care, and two A levels either in science and english and maybe maths.
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The absolute best course of action to obtain a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) is to first get your Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW). If you major in Sociology or Psychology, you will end of having to take all the undergraduate level Social Work classes as a graduate student. It will take you an additional 1-2 years depending on how many courses you take per semester. Some colleges offer part of their social work programs online, but in order to get a BSW or MSW, you are going to need to attend a 4 year college or university. There's really no way around it. You will also have to complete two internships in your course of studies. Make sure that the social work program that you attend has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. This is extremely important as the majority of jobs require this. As for salary, there are very few social work jobs that will pay what you are looking for even with a Master's Degree. Even those in administration often times do not make that much. You will have to have worked many many years in the field before you can expect that type of salary and many never acheive it. Good luck to you. I hope I answered some of your questions.
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Anna3 has no clue what she's talking about. Most MSW programs will accept people with any bachelor's degree to promote diversity in the school. You may have to take a class or two as a prerequisite - I took statistics and a research class, and my undergrad was in political science. I am in the IUPUI program and despite what the ill-informed "anna3" seems to think, you do NOT have to take social work courses since you don't have a bsw in social work. The faculty here have devised an intensive 8 session "immersion" course, then you start your normal classes. After receiving the MSW and getting your license, your compensation depends on you. Some people work for the state, some in private practice, some in research/teaching, others in hospitals. Most are moved up to supervisory or management positions very quickly. You will make good money, as starting salary is around 40k. It goes up from there, and there are many ways to do more side work if you want. Please, pay no attention to the childish, ill-informed people who think they'll be making 6 figures their first year out of an MBA program. That's not going to happen, and it's not an honorable goal to begin with. Social work changes you for the better, and allows you the empowerment to really help other people in your area of practice. Money is a part of it, but it has heart and is about more than the greed and pursuit of money. Also, there are many loan-forgiveness programs for students after graduation. Check out the IUPUI MSW program.
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