Random Facts [U.S. Dept. of Labor].

The U.S. Department of Labor outlines the social work profession and includes statistics and other helpful information. Here are some interesting facts from the Bureau of Labor Statistics website.

--Employment is projected to grow much faster than average.
--About 5 out of 10 jobs were in health care and social assistance industries and 3 in 10 work for State and local government agencies.
--While a bachelor’s degree is the minimum requirement, a master’s degree in social work or a related field has become the standard for many positions.
--Competition for jobs is expected in cities, but opportunities should be good in rural areas.

To learn more about the nature of the social work profession, training, other qualifications, and advancement, employment, job outlook, earning, and additional information, check out the UDLBLS website.