Social work courses
Social work is a degree-level profession, so the way in is a bachelor degree with supervised placements built into the course. Before you enrol, check that the program is approved by the professional association.
- Quickest way to start
- 4 years
- Bachelor degree, typical full time length
- What the jobs pay
- $112,900
- median pay across 1 job
Which course do you need?
It depends on the job you want.
Bachelor of Social Work
Become a social worker
Help people through hard times by assessing what they need, counselling them and connecting them with services, housing and support.
Median pay$112,900
- How long it takes
- 4 years full time
- How you'll study
- Online, on campus or a mix
Jobs you can do with this study
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, not a starting salary.
“In demand” means the job is on the national skills shortage list. Check the course and provider are approved for the work you want, as rules differ by state.
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