Careers in Social Work [Paperback]

Leon H. Ginsberg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 30, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0205265537 | ISBN-13: 978-0205265534 | Edition: 1

An All-Inclusive Guide To Finding A Carreer In Social Work!
-- There are over 500,000 people in social work positions in the US.
-- Over 400 educational programs offer baccalaureate, master, and doctorate
-- All states require some type of licensing or legal regulation to assure a persons

Until recently the social work profession was much smaller, less formal and much less diverse; today it has grown to become a large and influential profession. In 1967 there were less than 5,000 accredited master of social work degrees awarded, by 1992, there were more than 40,000, and the number of people awarded a doctorate has more than quadrupled in the past 30 years. That's an amazing growth rate!

This book focuses on the practical matters involved in being a social worker, specifically employment. Readers will get in-depth knowledge about how social workers work, what they do, and what they believe. It also discusses job applications, credentials, salaries and working conditions.

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Key Benefit: Until recently the social work profession was much smaller, less formal and much less diverse; today it has grown to become a large and influential profession. In 1967 there were less than 5,000 accredited master of social work degrees awarded, by 1992, there were more than 40,000, and the number of people awarded a doctorate has more than quadrupled in the past 30 years. That's an amazing growth rate! Key Topics: This book focuses on the practical matters involved in being a social worker, specifically employment. Readers will get in-depth knowledge about how social workers work, what they do, and what they believe. It also discusses job applications, credentials, salaries and working conditions. Market: Written from the practical perspective, this book is for anyone interested in becoming a social worker.

Product Details

• Paperback: 246 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 1 edition (May 30, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205265537
• ISBN-13: 978-0205265534
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,433,049 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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42 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Careers in Social Work, December 5, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Careers in Social Work (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

This book is great for anyone interested in pursuing a career in social work. The author thoroughly explains the different degrees you can get and what you can do with each degree. He gives honest information about salaries, work stressors, and benefits. He is impartial, yet gives adequate personal guidance. I bought the book mainly to learn about the different degrees and types of jobs. For those looking for a job, however, there is a multitude of information on how to get started. For others just starting like myself, this is a must buy!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not Worth It, May 12, 2007

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J. Moffat "Josh" (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Careers in Social Work (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

I had high hopes for this book, but I could not even get past the first 35 or so pages. Painful to read - it is like reading a dictionary. Can't tell you if there is god info in there - because I can't bring myself to read it. It actually had phrases like, "It is important when you have a job to give your full effort" and "Quitting a job means that you will no longer be employed there". I mean come on - give me some usefull info.

Try "Days in the Lives of Social Workers". Much better book if you are trying to decide if a career in Social Work is right for you.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not current on the profession and much incorrect info, April 30, 2011

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Philbert Katz "Philbert Katz" (seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Careers in Social Work (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

This author is a disgrace. His writing is not from a strengths perspective and therefore not congruent with the values of the profession. He also promotes fear and stigmatizing beliefs about people with severe mental illness. I don't know if there is a way to revoke a person's PhD., but if there is, it should be done. Very,very outdated.