A couple of years ago, it was reported that social work was one of the top 10 professions most in demand in the United States. In Laredo, we have 40 social service agencies, yet we only have three people with a BSW and nine with a master's degree in social work in the entire city. Students learn skills such as communication, assessment, working in groups and with individuals, working in communities, case history preparation, evaluation, case assessment and case management, Aguilar said. As part of their study, they must also volunteer for an organization and complete an internship, she added. Aguilar said social work provides a solid avenue for a rewarding career.
Social work provides an avenue to work against any form of oppression.