Social work (Occupation)
Names | Registered/licensed social worker
Activity sectors | Social welfare, social services, government, health, public health, mental health, occupational safety and health, community organization, non-profit, law
Competencies | Improving 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