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Most family social workers have a bachelor's degree. The most common areas of study are Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, and Criminal Justice.

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What degrees do family social workers have?

The most common degree held by family social workers is Psychology, held by 16% of family social workers. Other common degrees include Social Work, Sociology, and Criminal Justice.

Get a detailed breakdown of family social workers and the different types of degrees they hold:

Degrees that family social workers hold

Degrees % of family social workers
Psychology 16%
Social Work 8%
Sociology 4%
Criminal Justice 4%

What level of education do family social workers have?

Family Social Workers often have similar levels of education. 63% of family social workers have a bachelor's degree, with the second most common being a master's degree at 36%.

Level of education that family social workers have

Education % of family social workers
No education 0%
High school diploma 0%
Certificate or associate degree 0%
Bachelor's degree 63%
Master's degree 36%
Doctorate 0%

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Educational Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Online M.Ed.

  • Duration 15 months
  • Part-time available
  • Tuition $2,492/credit hour
  • Format 100% online
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