The History of Social Work
How many social workers do you think there is in Canada?
52,823 social workers
What is the most common place social worker's work at?
Children and Family services
Who is the most known Social Worker?
Jane Addams
How many social workers find a job right after the degree?
96%
Can you do you're Social work degree as an Online program here at Laurentian?
Yes! You don't even have to leave home.
When was the Social Work profession established? (A century)
19th century.
What is the average to get into social work at Laurentian University?
70%
What is the oldest school of social work?
Columbia University
What is one thing Social Workers need to insure 100% of the time
Confidentiality
What is something amazing Social Workers do?
They go above and above to assist others.
What percentage do you think social workers provide mental health services?
60% of mental health services.
What is another social work program at Laurentian University?
Indigenous Social Work
What does an average Social Worker do?
Help with mental health services
Where can Social workers work other then Children and Family services?
Hospitals, Schools, Long-term homes,
Who do Social Workers help the most?
individuals, groups, and families
Who was the first Social Worker to receive a Nobel Peace Prize in 1931.
Jane Addams
How many placement hours do you need to graduate with this degree
700 hours
What are the 3 C's of social work?
Name a general class Social work students will have to take in First year
Psychology and Sociology
What is a main problem in social work?
poverty, discrimination, abuse, addiction,
How many people suffer with there mental health around the world? Ex:3 in 4 People
1 in 4 people
How much does an average social worker get paid an hour?
$35.00 per hour
What personality should a social worker have?
Is there a difference between University Social work and College Social work?
Yes! You will not be a registered social worker with a college degree.
Name a Social Work Skill:
Communication, Organization, Emotional intelligence and Active listening