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Are you a fairly nice person
do you get a long with others...
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Brandie B.
What is the difference between majoring and minoring?
Are there different class amount requirements and do they hold different respects out in the community? #college-major...
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Kylee R.
What are some good resource books to start my library for working with youth as a social worker?
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William F.
Which should I do first, seek employment, or take the licensure exam for master of social work?
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William F.
Looking for advice to a future therapist applying to graduate school
Hello, I would like to get in touch with current professionals within the clinical / counseling / therapy / social work field. I would like to know the pros and cons, challenges, and what an average day would look like! #social-work #therapy #counseling #clinical...
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Alexandra T.
Im a 11th grader and have been thinking about my future lately. I'm really interested in psychology and want to become a social worker, but I'm torn between social work and being a firefighter.
I really want to help people and don' t know which one to choose with my limited knowledge. Would someone please tell me the processes of becoming a social worker or firefighter #stuckbetweencareers #firefighter...
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L'esha Z.
How do you know exactly what you want to major/ go into?
I want to be a social worker but i want to have another second plan how do i know what else i would be interested in? #social-work...
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Aurora V.
How can I find a balance between study, work and social life?
I have to find a job in order to pay for at least half of my tuition as scholarships won't do enough. How can a balance all the projects for school and still work? #workandstudy #financingeducation #schoolarships #social-work #work-life-balance...
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Ana G.
What kind of toll does being a social worker take on you?
I recently came to the realization that I don’t really know if I want to be a social worker anymore. But I’m trying to research and hopefully figure it out. I know that being a social worker, they can be some horrid things to see and I don’t know how well I’d be able to handle that....
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Olivia M.
How do I manage my college and work the best?
I’m a full time student (16credz) , I am looking to get a job but worried I won’t be able to handle the two. Any suggestions ? #work #jobs...
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Alpha T.
Should a social worker get a masters degree?
I am trying to decide whether I should just receive my bachelor's degree in social work or go on to receive my master's degree. #socialwork #social-work...
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Brianna J.
What are the best steps to take as someone who would like to pursue both social work and animation?
I plan to finish college with at least a bachelor's in animation, but possibly a masters! This would mean I would probably have to double major. I'd like to do this at UGA, UNG, or maybe Breanau here in Georgia. This has been my plan for quite some time, however, if there are better options...
#georgia #art #career #double-major #lsw #animation #art-school #social-work
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K B.
How did you doctors manage your private pratices during the first few years?
I am debating on whether I want to do hospital work and private clinic work after graduating from medical school. #medicine # #work-life-balance #social-work #college #working...
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William H.
Are the hours put into social work worth the outcome?
After watching videos on the social work profession, it seems that the hours can be rough and there is not a lot of vacation time available and holidays are not always available to take off. Is this a demanding career? And most importantly, is the effect you're having on the lives of others...
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Caitlin O.
What is the pay-off of being a social worker?
My interest has always been in helping people. Will I get to see that in a career in social work? Will I truly be making a difference in people's lives? #social-work #social-worker...
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Caitlin O.
What is a sure way to get clients for a clinical counseling professional?
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Kristi L.
When I graduate, I will have a Master in Social Work. I was told that VA jobs are top earning jobs in this field. I am a civilian. What are my chances of making it to an interview? What can I do to improve my odds?
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Kristi L.
What type of degree should I get if I want to work for a nonprofit organization?
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Olivia S.
Should I go straight through to my PhD?
Should I get my masters and work while getting my PhD, or should I go straight through and get my PhD, interning along the way? Which way gets me more experience, and which would insure that I will have a job? #social-work #phd #internship #masters #phd...
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Dimetrius P.
Should my personality type dictate my career?
In school, we had to take personality tests to find our 'perfect career fits'. For the Myers-Briggs test, I got INTP (Introvert iNtuitive Thinking Perception), which is not known for its empathy. While it is true that I am not the most socially adept, nor am I the best at expressing (true)...
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Dimetrius P.
What can I do to prepare for a career in Public Policy?
I am currently in the social work program at my college, with a minor in political science. There are only 3 classes in public policy available at my school, which I plan to take in the next 3 years. I am interested in macro social work and social policy. What can I do as a college student with...
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Deana A.
What courses do you need to become a social worker?
I'm a CareerVillage staff member and I'm posting this because we know that many young people are looking for the answer to this question. This is among the most popular questions searched by youth, and we're hoping you will take a moment to share your response to it. Thank you! #college...
#social-worker #academic-advising #classes #social-work #courses
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Alexandra C.
What subjects are needed to become a social worker?
I'm a CareerVillage staff member and I'm posting this because we know that many young people are looking for the answer to this question. This is among the most popular questions searched by youth, and we're hoping you will take a moment to share your response to it. Thank you! #college...
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Alexandra C.
In what kind of professions can you do victim/minority advocacy?
#communityoutreach #advocacy #restorativejustice #law #law-enforcement #criminal-justice #community #outreach #nonprofit #service #social-service...
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Stephanie G.
What is it like working in public policy?
I am getting a degree in social work, but my interest lies in the macro side of the profession. I was looking at getting a degree in public policy after I finish undergrad, but I'm not sure what exact jobs there are in public policy. What skills are taught? Would I work for a company or for a...
#public-policy #graduate-school #political-science #mpp #policy #social-work
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Deana A.
What specific skills do I need to be a community organizer?
Right now I am a social work major with a minor in political science at a university in Texas. I want to go into community organizing in the local area, and in the future in other areas. I have a broad idea of what a community organizer does, but I would love to get firsthand information about...
#social-work #community-organizing #political-science #community
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Deana A.
Careers in Social Work
I’m working towards my Masters in SW. What are some careers that involve more therapy and working with families and teens? Even foster families and teens. #social-work #social-worker...
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Rachel H.
Will I actually be able to succeed as a Social Worker?
I really want to help people but also be able to provide for myself while being happy. How will I know if my job will be self fulfilling? I want to make money but more imporatantly I want to be happy. But I don’t know if all the debt I’ll be in after college is worth it, I’m not rich. I’ve...
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Willow M.
Is it possible to live comfortably while working in the volunteer industry?
I hope to serve others and volunteer as a career path. While I feel serving others is my calling, I don't exactly want to live in poverty. So, is it possible to live comfortably while also being able to serve others? In addition, is a career like that able to be balanced with a typical social...
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Emma P.
Should I get a work study job that is related to my major?
I want to major in business marketing, but I was wanting to get a work study in the rec center. #workstudy #major...
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Brooklyn S.
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