Social Work

Social Work aspirants are inclined towards studying social sciences and humanities that focus on improving the social structure of the society and empowering those who are weak and underprivileged. Many sections of the society are suffering from issues like lack of education, healthcare facilities, awareness related to diseases, drug abuse, violence, etc. Hence, social work focuses on providing right guidance, opportunities, facilities and solutions to those who are suffering and the professionals working in this field are called Social Workers.

The Social Workers are responsible for dealing with issues like; drug abuse, domestic violence, lack of education, unemployment, etc. they identify people who are suffering and need help, provide information related to Welfare Schemes run by Government, provide services like Education, Food, Employment, Shelters to underprivileged, offer medical help like treatment, counseling, ambulance service, etc to the needy. It is all their duty to spread awareness related to basic rights and keep the masses well informed about the policies as per the area, section and issues faced by communities.

• 10 + 2 in any Stream
• Bachelors in any Stream/Social Work for 3years
• Master of Social Work for 2 years

Significant Statistics

• Minimum 50% in 10+2 is required
   

Pros

• Flexible working hours
• Soul satisfying career as it involved doing good to humanity
• These professionals are high in demand

Cons

• Lot of emotional stability is required
• Working under pressure and strict guidelines
• Unpleasant working environment like hospitals, rehabilitation centers, jails, etc.