Career after BSW

BSW or Bachelor of Social Work is an undergraduate (UG) professional degree course in social work. The duration of BSW course is typically of three years, with candidates having to successfully complete the programme within a maximum of six years. The BSW course is divided into six semesters. BSW course can be pursued both in full-time or regular mode of distance mode. Read the article to know about the career options after completing BSW.

BSW or Bachelor of Social Work is an undergraduate (UG) professional degree course in social work. The duration of BSW course is typically of three years, with candidates having to successfully complete the programme within a maximum of six years. The BSW course is divided into six semesters. BSW course can be pursued both in full-time or regular mode of distance mode. BSW course are mainly divided into three major parts including foundation course, elective course and fieldwork. 

Candidates can enrol in BSW as a full-time programme or as a correspondence/distance learning programme. The foundation course, elective course, and fieldwork are the three key components of the BSW programme. The BSW programme is available in both English and Hindi. In India, there are nearly 200 BSW colleges offering the programme.

Also Read: Top BSW Colleges in India: Admission Process, Eligibility Criteria & Fees

BSW Highlights

Candidates interested in pursuing BSW course can refer the table below to know about all the important details related to BSW course. Candidates who have completed bachelor's degree can pursue additional education by earning a Master of Social Work degree.

Particulars	Details
Course Name	Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Course Level	Undergraduate
Duration	3 Years
Eligibility	10+2 from recognised university with 50 per cent marks
Entrance Exams	DUET, CUCET, PUBDET, TISS NET, Jamia Milia Islamia Entrance Exam etc.
Fees	INR 25,000 -5 lakh
Average Salary	INR 3-5 LPA
Job Profiles	Teacher, Researcher, Social Activist, Project Coordinator etc.
Top Recruiters	CRY, UNICEF, Goonj, Help Foundation, Gateway Soultions
Top Colleges	Aligarh Muslim University, Amity University, St. Joseph's University etc.

 

Career after BSW

In India, social work graduates enjoy a wide range of job opportunities in both the public and private sectors. BSW graduates are in high demand in prisons, counselling centres, NGOs, hospitals, nursing homes, schools, rehabilitation centres, and rural development organisations. Depending on their selected specialisation, their job profiles differ. Below is a complete list of the most popular job opportunities for BSW holders.

Social Worker: Individuals suffering issues or problems in their personal or professional lives are given appropriate resources, advice, and assistance in this type of work. A social worker assists people in overcoming obstacles in order to meet their financial, emotional, and social requirements.

Social Educator: In this position, you will be responsible for planning and organising social events. A social educator must also chair committee meetings with the departments of Public Affairs and Social Issues.

Project Coordinator: In an NGO, aspirants are hired for this position. Project coordinators are needed to assist in the planning, budgeting, and monitoring of an NGO's project. Apart from that, a Project Coordinator must guarantee that the project is carried out within the agreed framework and that all documentation work is completed. A project coordinator also communicates with volunteers and ensures that the project is finished according to the agreed-upon dates.

Labour Welfare Specialist: The welfare officer will specifically inquire about the nature of the issue and what actions have previously been made to address it. He or she will next provide recommendations or do research to assist you in moving forward with the problem or finding a solution.

Field Officer: A field officer gathers information that is frequently used for the study. Surveys are conducted by field officers for a variety of businesses, including anthropology, geography, marketing, advertising, and the social sciences. The majority of them share their results with others in the sector to assist them figure out what kind of work has to be done.

Other Career options after BSW

Aside from the options mentioned above, a BSW graduate can also pursue other opportunities such as:

• Criminology Specialist

• Campaigner

• Lecturer/ Teacher

• Researcher

• NGO Officer

• Counsellor

• Professor

Employment Areas of BSW Graduates

The sectors listed below offer job prospects to BSW graduates.

• Human Resource Management

• Personnel Management

• Criminology & Correction Administration

• Family & Child Welfare

• Urban & Rural Community Development

• Industrial Relation & Labour Welfare

• Hospitals/ Clinics

• Counselling Centres

• Rehab Centres/ Correction Cells

• Old Age Homes

Top Recruiters of BSW Graduates

Every year, a huge number of top recruiters hire BSW degree holders. The top recruiters and agencies that offer career chances to BSW alumni when they complete their courses are listed below:

• UNICEF
• Oxfam
• Helpage India
• Smile Foundation
• CRY (Child Rights and You)
• Goonj
• Give India Foundation
• Pratham

Sectors for BSW graduates

Job opportunities for social workers exist in both the public and private sectors. The following are some of the areas in which social workers can work.

• Government sector: as a Development Officer or a Welfare Officer • Private sector: can work on employee social issues and engage social workers
• Non-governmental organisations (NGOs): can collaborate with both domestic and foreign NGOs. They can work with both rural and urban communities.
• Education & Research: can work as a professor or instructor to convey knowledge about the importance of social work.
• Medical & Healthcare Sector: must work with patients and guarantee that they receive good treatment.

Q. Which are the top colleges offering a degree in BSW?

A. Some of the popular colleges offering a BSW degree are: IGNOU, Christ University, Amity University, University of Mumbai, Netaji Subhas Open University and more.

Q. What work opportunities exist for BSW graduates?

A. BSW graduates can work in the development sector, which is overseen by the government's Welfare Department or non-governmental organisations. Social worker, project coordinator, programme manager, community health worker, and other positions are typical for the candidates.

Q. After BSW, what degree do you get?

A. After finishing the BSW degree, candidates can pursue an MSW and subsequently a PhD. TISS Mumbai, Delhi University, Christ University Bangalore, and more prestigious institutes provide social work degrees.

Q. What skills are required for BSW?

A. Applicants for the BSW programme must be effective communicators. Good listener, sympathetic, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, self-awareness, persuasiveness, honesty, and more are some vital characteristics that an aspirant should have if they want to pursue the BSW degree.

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