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How to become a social worker

Supports children, families and adults through difficult situations and keeps people safe.

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After GCSEs

A-levels at sixth form Sixth form: a step towards the routes below
Health & Social Care (level 3 diploma) College course: a step towards the routes below

After sixth form or college

Social Work Degree

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Sociology, Psychology, English Literature. Typical: ABB–CCC.
With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Health & Social Care. Typical: DMM–MMM.

Criminology Degree

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Sociology, Psychology, Law. Typical: AAB–CCC.

Sociology Degree

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Sociology, Psychology, History. Typical: AAB–CCC.