Career Description

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, is an excellent resource for information on the Social Work profession.

Education

A masters degree in social work is typically required for positions in health settings and is required for clinical work as well.

Pre-requisites

Clinical experiences are arranged through the academic advisor from programs that are affiliated with BMC.

Length of Clinical Experience

Approximately 9 months

Clinical Tracks at BMC

• Social Services

Institutional Affiliations

BMC is affiliated with the following institution/s for this program: 

• Our Lady of the Elms College

• Simmons College

• Smith College

• Springfield College

• University of Connecticut

Professional Associations and Other Information

• National Association of Social Workers