Pathways

Social Work

The need for social workers is growing across the State and Nation. This pathway prepares you to transfer and succeed in a four-year college or university program. This pathway introduces you to the social work profession and how to apply concepts like psychology, sociology, language, and public policy to social services.

Why Choose Mid?

A Solid Place to Start

Mid's Social Work Pathway allows you to gain a solid foundation of knowledge in sociology and psychology, alongside general education credits that transfer seamlessly to four-year colleges and universities. This transfer-focused pathway prepares you to transfer successfully into bachelor and master's degree programs, while saving thousands on your advanced degree.

Learn Your Way

Mid offers a wide range of courses across several delivery methods. From on-campus to online and options that let you choose how to attend each course session, you can attend in ways that match your learning style and your busy schedule.

Career Outlook

Although some social workers only need a bachelor’s degree in social work, clinical social workers must have a master’s degree and two years of post-master’s experience in a supervised clinical setting. Clinical social workers must also be licensed in the state in which they practice.

Social Worker

Median Pay $24.26/hour | $50,470/year | 13% Growth

Probation Officer

Median Pay $26.10/hour | $54,290/year | 4% Growth

Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, & Mental Health Counselors

Median Pay $22.23/hour | $46,240/year | 25% Growth

Rehabilitation Counselors

Median Pay $17.28/hour | $35,950/year | 10% Growth

Data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and valid 2019 through 2029.

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