Many Paths, One Purpose: Career Choices for Social Work and Human Services Majors / Edition 1

With all the career options in social work and human services, the right path or the best place to start may seem difficult to find. identifies fifteen different career tracks in social work and human services and presents testimonials from professionals in each track. Each testimonial is divided into six subheadings that explore the career and its requirements. The subheadings are as follows: nature of the work, training and degree(s) required, personality traits and skills deemed important to succeed, difficulties of the work, rewards of the work, and how to get started on this career track. This comprehensive resource will be invaluable to individuals considering a career in social work or human services and those already in the profession.