I am having some issues with going back to school, I love social work, but it makes almost no money and I love money too! What should I do?
2006-06-26 16:49:04 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Sociology
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2006-06-26 16:52:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A masters in social work doesn't usually open many more doors than your B.S. or B.A. already will. Definitely look at jobs online in the social work/mental health fields that require a masters and see whether 1) there's a salary difference over those that only require bach. degrees 2) that difference justifies the two years of lost income plus the cost of tuition and hard work or 3) whether that job will mean so much to you that the cost becomes less relevant.
If you're still considering your masters - I would def. try a related field that offers more options. (i.e. mental health/psych, or urban/regional planning). This way, with a masters in mental health you can go into private practice in the future if it interests you or to increase your earning potential. Or, with urban/regional planning you can always shift into a more business, government, or political related job in the future. Both will be useful to social work!
Generally, unless there's a very specific job you're looking for that requires a masters w/out any exception for experience... I'd say a masters in social work is not "worth it" unless you can get a near-full scholarship to a reputable program and perhaps even continue to work.
2006-06-27 00:03:56 · answer #2 · answered by askanswerdiscover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do what your heart tells you. If you really like the social work, you CAN get more money by getting your Masters, but also you get more responsibility as well. One thing you will be able to do with a Masters is teach Social Work. This may be an avenue you may be interested in. In any event, work in Social work for the right reasons.
2006-06-28 01:03:42 · answer #3 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's more important? Money or doing what you love? If the question is doing what you love then getting your masters degree is imperative. You can get an average Social Work job but if you want to move up the SW ladder, maybe to even administration then an MSW is very important. Two years of your life is not a long time. It will go by very quickly. I just graduated an accelerated MSW program(full-time) and worked full-time and did my applied project and internship. If you are dedicated then it's doable.
2006-06-30 18:02:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Education is one of the most important tools of making money. It's not all money you know. Sometimes people get an education just to be able to help other people as in your studies for social work. You have to weigh that. Help people -Money , which one? If it's a money making career you want pick entertainment, nursing or careers that will pay good, but don't do social work for the money, because then you'd be letting the people down that you're trying to help.
2006-06-27 00:14:39 · answer #5 · answered by LARRY P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES! I got my BSW and then got my MSW and it was the best thing I've ever done. It only took me a year and a half, too.
Also, if you like money, I have something to tell you: I make an extra 10 grand more a year because I spent 1 1/2 years in school earning something that no one can ever take away.
So worthwhile! Good luck.
2006-07-03 09:41:42 · answer #6 · answered by jacquefromtexas 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consider going into the health field. There's a real shortage and it pays well. You should be able to utilize your social work skills well.
2006-06-26 23:57:09 · answer #7 · answered by pink..elephant 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know. I always say do what you love, not what pays...but I'm not sure...
2006-06-26 23:53:16 · answer #8 · answered by ucd_grad_2005 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I(f you like it do it.
2006-06-26 23:53:42 · answer #9 · answered by Dan S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋