Social Workers
Social Workers assess the social needs of individuals, families and groups, assist and empower people to develop and use the skills and resources needed to resolve social and other problems, and further human wellbeing and human rights, social justice and social development.
Average Salary
Average Age
yo
Job Growth
The number of Social Workers working in Australia is expected to by 2019
Education Level
0% of Social Workers have gained a qualification at a Year 12 level or above
Most Important skills for a Social Worker
- Giving full attention to what others are saying
- Awareness of others' and why they react as they do
- Talking to others to convey information effectively
- Actively looking for ways to help people
How do I become a Social Worker?
Entry level Social Science courses generally don’t carry any pre-requisites.If you dont have much experience, this is a good way to start your career.
Certificate IV in Alcohol and other Drugs
Certificate III in Home and Community Care
Top Courses
Progress your career
If you are looking to take the next step in your Social Science career, look to a Diploma or Bachelor Degree. Diplomas can be used as a pathway program if you aren’t ready to step straight into a Bachelor.
Diploma of Applied Social Science
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
