Posted by lostsailor on January 24, 2003, at 10:00:29
In reply to Re: Midlife Career Change--tabitha and mls/msw » lostsailor, posted by Tabitha on January 24, 2003, at 2:56:28
Tab,
I don’t know really, but it did not help. I loved and always desired to "make a difference" and thought being a social worker would be the best choice. But to really become skilled there are many "undesirable ' jobs that you will prob. take. Child welfare or any family violence related one takes a toll.
Instead of a haven if you are still experiencing symptoms. The profession is cutthroat.
Not knowing Calis. rules on billing, the NY ones would you have obtain you Masters in Social work--not just counseling, (2 years) with a busy unpaid internship. Billings ins comps is only allowed after achieving an "R number" (for registered) This will take, on average about five years after completing your MSW.
On the MLS... there are many options after grad. I think I will be the longest student in my departs. history eventually. On In NY alone there is one at SUNY Buffalo (mine), SUNY Albany, SUNY Stony Brooke- I think and one at Syracuse University. I think there is at least one other, too.
Good Luck,~Tony
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