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Online Master of Social Work Blog

Online Master of Social Work applicants can find insights, news, essential reading and articles written about expert faculty. They’ll gain a deeper understanding of clinical social work, potential career paths and the myriad ways that the VCU Social Work program’s graduates are making a positive impact on the lives of individuals, families and communities.

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International Social Work: A Growing Field of Practice

How are the values and goals of social work applied on a global scale? Learn more about the importance of international social work and its main tenets.
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4 Alternative Careers for Social Workers

Social work is a rewarding career, but its transferable skills are also useful in other types of jobs. Explore alternative careers for social workers.
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Promoting Economic Well-Being Through Social Work

Social workers play an important role in helping people establish economic well-being. Explore what economic well-being is and how social workers assist.
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Corporate Social Workers: The Role of Social Work in Business

Companies are increasingly concerned with social responsibility. Discover how corporate social workers help businesses act more ethically and responsibly.
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What Does a Domestic Violence Social Worker Do?

Domestic violence affects millions of people. Explore the role of domestic violence social workers and how they provide support, from counseling to advocacy.
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Benefits of Using an Ecomap in Social Work

Understanding a client’s relationships is critical for a social worker. Explore what an ecomap is, how to use ecomaps in social work and ecomap examples.
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Case Management vs. Social Work: What’s the Difference?

Case management and social work are both essential to providing effective social services. Explore the similarities and differences between these professions.
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How Veterinary Social Work Can Help With Pet Loss

Veterinary social work is a growing field. Learn how veterinary social workers help people cope with the loss of a pet and how they support veterinary staff.
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Understanding Social Welfare Policy

Social welfare policy ensures that members of a society can meet their most basic needs. Explore social welfare policy examples and social workers’ role in it.
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The Growing Importance of the Clinical Social Worker

Demand for mental health services is growing. Explore the role of a clinical social worker and discover how they can help fill gaps in mental health care.