In the UK, ‘social worker’ is a protected job title, which means only those who have completed certain training can go by it.
Social work is a graduate profession and you’ll need either an honours (BA or BSc) or a postgraduate degree in social work to find employment.
The degree will need to be approved by one of the four regulators:
- England: Social Work England
- Wales: Social Care Wales
- Northern Ireland: Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
- Scotland: Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
Perhaps your an international student , speak a different language or are looking to work abroad. Well being an international social worker may be for you.
Its important to recognise that every country has different regulations on what it takes to be a social worker. Its important to carry out research as you may have to complete additional qualifications.
The following article provides some helpful advice for those looking to become an international social worker:
International Social Work: Everything You Need to Know • Sojournies