Social Work

PhD in Social Work course is majorly theoretical and application oriented. As you may already know, PhD in Social Work is a research oriented study. When you do research, you will have to gather data, analyze it and draw insights from it. This process involves the use of various basic level statistical methods. That is why you will study statistics in this course. You will not be taught high level Statistics and you would not be expected to do complex calculations.

The duration of a Certificate in Social Work programme is usually between six months to one year, depending on the institution and the structure of the program.

No, there is no age limit to pursue PhD in Social Work course. The UGC has set no age criteria to apply for this course. So, you can apply for the PhD in Social Work through UGC NET at any age. But there is a maximum age limit for JRF. So, if you want to pursue Fellowship then you should be less than 30 years of age. Age relaxation is available for female and those belonging to socially backward groups.

You gain set of skills after certificate in social work, such as  :

1. Empathy ·
2. Communication
3. 3. Organization 
4. Critical thinking 
5. Active listening 
6. Self-care
7.  Cultural competence
8. Patience.

You can pursue PhD in Social Work after completing MA Social Work or Master of Social Work course. You can also apply for this course even if you have pursued a master's level degree in another discipline in several colleges. Make sure that you have scored more than 50% marks in master's degree. Colleges may set higher marks cut off so having a good academic record can help your secure admission in your preferred college. You can apply for the course when you are in the final year of your master's degree or after completing the course.

PhD in Social Work course is a doctorate level degree that you can pursue after completing a master's degree either in the same field or in different discipline. As you may already know that this is a research based degree and there is no fixed duration to pursue this course unlike undergraduate or postgraduate level courses. You can pursue this course in regular mode. There are a few colleges in which you can pursue PhD in Social Work course in distance mode.

If you complete a BSW course you can work in NGOs, government sector and private sector. You can also refer to BSW Career

No, if the candidate has done a Bachelor of Social Work, its not difficult. However, a candidate applying for Master of Social Work needs to understand the theoretical and practical part of the course. The course involves plenty of fieldwork as well so candidates have to be dedicated in order to gain experience in the field. The difficulty of an MSW programme is determined by a variety of factors, including your prior academic background, your personal strengths and weaknesses, and the exact programme you pick. However, MSW programmes are generally regarded as difficult.

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MSW Course 

If your aim is to be a social worker, pursuing an MSW course will enhance your skills and widen your horizons in the field. This field requires licensed people so a master degree can provide you with many opportunities. You may have the opportunity to widen your social work after earning a master's degree in social work and work with people on a variety of mental, physical, and emotional challenges. Your prospects for a social work job can expand if you pursue a master's degree. You can pursue new opportunities, work in a variety of fields, or refine your current profession.