Social work (Occupation)
NamesRegistered/licensed social worker
Activity sectors
Social welfare, social services, government, health, public health, mental health, occupational safety and health, community organization, non-profit, law
CompetenciesImproving the social environment and well-being of people by facilitating, and developing resources
Education required
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Social Work, Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSc) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work (PGDipSW) for general practice; Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MSc) for advanced practice; Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) or Professional Doctorate (ProfD or DProf) for or specialized practice. Registration and licensing differs depending on region
Fields of
employment
Child and women protection services, non-profit organizations, government agencies, disadvantaged groups centers, hospitals, schools, churches, shelters, community agencies, social planning, think tanks, correctional services