what qualifications are needed to become a social worker?

Question

which qualifications from high school, college, etc.

Answer 1

It would depend upon what country you live in. In Canada, and the United States you require either a BSW or MSW, which are obtained at a University level. BSW is a four year program and the Master's would be obtainable after that. Check out some of the web sites for professional social worker's associations. CSWA. org or NSWA.org

Answer 2

In australia, you don't need a degree to become a social worker. However, you won't get paid as much as someone with a Bachelor of Social Work, and you won't be 'trusted' as much by the general public.
You're best completing high school, and a bachelor of social work.

Answer 3

at minimum, you need a Bachelor (or Master) of Social Work degree at a Council of Social Work Education accredited school. Once you have that degree and a certain number of hours of clinic work, you can apply for licensure with the state.

Answer 4

normally an diplomia, or nvq etc, ive just finished a btec national diploma in care which allows me to become a social worker

Answer 5

In the states there is a degree in social work. Hope you like to listen and have a positive outlook....good luck.

P.S. - I would minor in psychology......better insight to people's underlying problems.

Answer 6

What country are you in? In UK, you need a degree in Social Work - a three year degree.

Answer 7

I wouldnt imagine it be too difficult,maybe if youve got experience of interfering in other peoples lives,or come from a family of rich curtain twitchers,im sure you cant wait to pass judgement on who you think is a good person,and who you think is BAD

Answer 8

you should be a good listener and have empathy. than get at least a bssw from an accredited college. an msw will be more benificial if it is more money you seek.