Early Career Patterns for Social Work Graduates

摘要: This study examines master’s of social work graduates’ early careers. Six cohorts graduating from 2002 through 2007 (N = 246) completed a questionnaire 9–15 months after graduation. Most reported adequate or exceptional preparation on both generalist and advanced concentration practice behaviors. Almost all direct graduates 2/3 macro found employment doing functions for which they had prepared. However, 10% never worked in their method specialization, highlighting the relevance skills curriculum. Salaries were higher performing (regardless concentration). Nearly 1/2 moved jobs (and improved salaries) within 15 graduation, but few into administrative engaged professional leadership activities.