MSW vs BSW vs licensure—what’s the best path forward depending on your area of focus?
If you want to do psychotherapy, you’ll need an MSW plus supervised hours for LCSW in most states; BSWs tend to fit case management, outreach, and macro roles. Concrete step: pull 3 job postings you’d love and cross‑check their minimum credentials with your state board here: https://www.aswb.org/about/whats-new/find-your-social-work-regulatory-board/ If you’re more policy/admin focused, an MPA/MPP can be smarter — no need to buy the MSW “SUV” if a BSW + targeted certs gets you there.