What is the future Job Outlook for a Social Workers?

Your job outlook will continue to be Above Average because:

1. The employment growth rate will likely be above average because of ongoing trends--increased government funding for health/social services, and an aging population requiring more services.

2. The retirement rate will likely be above average and the number of retiring workers should contribute to job openings.

3. The number of job seekers will likely exceed the number of job openings. This will not be significant enough to have an impact on the work prospects.

1. What is a day in the life of a Social Workers like?
   Social workers perform some or all of the following duties: A. Social workers may specialize in fields of practice... more
2. What education do you need to become a Social Workers ?
   1. You need a bachelor's degree in social work to work as a social worker in all provinces and the Northwest... more
3. What is the current Job Outlook for a Social Workers ?
   The job outlook for Social Workers is considered Above Average because: 1. Employment grew at an average rate.... more
4. How much does a Social Workers make?
   The average hourly wages for Social Workers is $24.72/HR, which is close to the average for occupations in the social... more
5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Social Workers"?
   2% of Social Workers are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for professionnal occupations. more
6. How many Social Workers are employed part-time?
   13% of Social Workers are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 47,700 workers employed in these... more
7. How many Social Workers are self-employed?
   Roughly 1% of Social Workers are self-employed. This is considered Below average for the industry as a whole. more
8. What is the average age of a Social Workers?
   The relatively low percentage of younger workers suggests few entry-level job openings, and could point to a greater... more