Careers in Gero Social Work

Considering a career in gerontological social work? You've come to the right place for more information on finding a job in this exciting and important field! Our Employment Listings Web page will direct you to websites with aging-related job postings.

If you already have a social work degree, the National Association of Social Workers offers three specialty credentials in the aging practice area:

Social Worker in Gerontology at the BSW level
Advanced Social Worker in Gerontology at the MSW level
Clinical Social Worker in Gerontology at the advanced clinical level.

Career Prospects

Learn about the "rapid job growth among gerontological social workers" in the Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2010-11 Occupational Outlook Handbook.