After I got my bachelor’s degree in education, I seriously considered going for an MSW a masters in social work. After a couple of years working with some pretty disturbed children, however, I changed my mind. I decided that social work would be a very mentally taxing job. I just couldn’t leave work problems at work. I knew if I became a social worker, it would be an endless cycle of taking problems home and ruminating on them. That’s why I totally admire people who do become social workers. It’s not an easy process. Of course it requires a degree (or two) and then they must pass the social work exam. Fortunately, the social work test has study guides just like some of the teaching exams do.
I had a couple of social work interns last semester, and they have now graduated. They are so excited! Actually, they were excited the entire semester! It’s great to watch them go out and find jobs helping other people. Both of those interns were far more pragmatic than I ever was. They were great with the kids, yet didn’t seem to carry the burden of the world on their shoulders. I think they’re going to do really great.
