Help people cope with challenges, connecting them to resources and services and advocating for their needs.
Offices, schools, homes, and hospitals; travel to clients is common.
Full-time; some evenings, weekends, and on-call.
May 2024–25 BLS wage data · 2024–34 BLS employment projections.
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Bachelor's degree
Training path: BSW; clinical roles need the MSW.
Clinical roles require a state license; many positions need a social work degree.
Heavy, meaningful work — public-service loan forgiveness fits it perfectly.
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Standard Occupational Classification 21-1021. Pay, employment, and outlook from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS wage survey and 2024–34 employment projections). See something off? Tell us.