What You Can Do with a Major in Social Work

When I first came into college as a Freshman, I had no idea what major I wanted to pursue, or even how to go about searching for a good fit. I signed up for general education classes, and then dove into the world of undergraduate research, trying to find a degree that I would like to pursue. Now, two years later, I am a Senior majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. I am happy with the major that I chose, however along the way I discovered several other majors that seemed interesting. One very neat major that I found was Social Work. In this article I hope to convey the purpose of a major in Social Work, and include the general degree requirements as well as possible careers that you could obtain by seeking this major.

With a degree in Social Work, you typically will be prepared to work in an industry based around research, human behavior and social services. Job sectors that you may be involved in could be social service agencies, counseling firms, or non-profit organizations. In social work, you will be prepared to work in the field of health care, welfare agencies, and schools.

Some courses that you may take when pursuing an undergraduate degree in Social Work would include Social Work in Schools, Child Welfare, and Social Work Research Methods.

A major in Social Work would be good for those interested in social policy, community social services, and human behavior. You would develop skills in research, interviewing and collecting information, and working independently.

Some possible career opportunities with a major in social work include: community organizer, family counselor, and child welfare caseworker.

The average starting salary for someone graduating with a degree in Social Work is around $29,000.

Social Work is just one among thousands of possible college majors. If you are interested in pursuing this degree, or finding out more, you may want to contact your local university for more information. You could also consider an internship in field of social work. If this major is right for you, then I'm glad you found this article. If you don't feel like it's a good fit, I recommend keeping your options open. It took me two years to find the right major for me, so don't give up. Keep doing your research, and you are sure to find the right college major for you!

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