Social Work Careers

It’s all about keeping communities fun and fair places to live. Social work is a broad area, encompassing community care, aged care, mental health, youth work and more. Whether it’s as a counsellor, a caseworker, a mental health specialist, family support worker, or home carer, helping people achieve quality of life at home, in hospital, or through outreach services is a rewarding and valuable job with integrity.

And the community services and health sector is booming – so there are plenty of opportunities out there for people who want to use their social conscience and skills to use.

Take a look at our social work courses to see how you can start making a difference by studying a certificate course or bachelor or master’s degree. We’ve also got a range of articles and other career resources to help you make your career moves as confidently and professionally as possible.

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Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)

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Online

FEE-HELP, HECS-HELP

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This online Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) course will enable you to gain full accreditation with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Bachelor of Social Work

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Online, On Campus

HECS-HELP

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This online Bachelor of Social Work course is approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), and will lay a solid foundation for your career as a social worker.

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