

Also, there are tons of opportunities for “free training.” For example, by volunteering at the local level, you gain invaluable experience developing your leadership skills by leading advocacy projects, managing relationships, and planning professional events.Īttend professional socials, forge professional relationships with social workers, and have social worker friends.

NASW participation keeps you steeped in professional social work issues. Join your local unit! Chair a sub-committee, volunteer to be a liaison for your agency, or assume a position on the unit’s executive committee. Each state has a chapter, and each chapter is divided into local units. NASW is the largest national professional social work organization. Join, participate, and assume leadership in a professional organization. ***WARNING: Only the ambitious graduate need read on!***ġ. Here are some things you can do to launch, maximize, and promote your social work career TODAY. I'm still at the very beginning of my career.
