If you're fascinated by human behavior, have a deep belief in the inherent good of humankind, and want to spend your life helping others overcome their obstacles and reach their full potential, a degree in Social Services may be a perfect fit for you.

Types of Degrees

Social Services students typically pursue an associate degree (2 years), bachelor's degree (4 years), or master's degree (6-7 years) prior to entering the workforce. In this field, an associate degree can lead to positions like a Social and Human Service Assistant, a bachelor's degree can lead to a career as a Social Worker, and a master's degree can lead to management and administrative positions like a career as a Social and Community Service Manager.

Admission Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a strong academic background in psychology and sociology coursework and experience in tutoring and/or mentoring helping applicants obtain acceptance into their desired school. Each school has its own specific requirements, making it important for you to explore several options before settling on a particular school.

Career Opportunities After Earning A Social Services Degree

The range of career opportunities available to someone with a degree in Social Services include:

• Social and Human Service Assistant
• Social Worker
• Social and Community Service Manager
• Information based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.

Post Graduate Salary Information

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for Social and Human Service Assistants was $41,410 in 2023 ¹ while Social Workers earned a median salary of $58,380 ² and Social and Community Service Managers had a median salary of $77,030 in 2023. ³

Note that the average salary varies widely not only depending on career chosen, but on geographical location and employer. Conditions in your area may vary.

References

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• Careers associated with these educational opportunities often require additional degrees and certifications not offered as part of the educational opportunities presented by this website.
• Information based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.