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IMAGE SOURCE Before addressing the captioned question, it is essential to understand that many states require that you have a license. The regulatory board of each state sets the parameters regarding the practice of social work. Those that mandate a license, there are different types. From an associate's degree to a master's, the license can . . .

Forensic social work involves working with clients who have come in contact with the judicial system. Either through his or her actions or as the victim of someone's else's behavior. For example, the individual may be the victim of domestic violence, sexual abuse, or neglect. Therefore, the social worker in this capacity interacts with law . . .

First, it is essential to note that forensic social work is a specialty under the banner of social work. As outlined in other DegreeQuery articles on this topic, the forensic concentration adds the component of interacting and networking with legal, law enforcement, and medical professionals. Forensics means that it involves the criminal justice system in . . .

The word forensic originates from the Latin word forensis. During the Roman era, the term referred to the forum, which was their court of law. In the forum, Romans presented and argued legal cases. The word evolved to its current reference to matters pertaining to the legal system, including criminal justice. Today, when one thinks . . .

IMAGE SOURCE Forensic social work is a specialized field under the umbrella of social work — the former deals more with the criminal and legal justice systems. In both professions, the purpose is to provide a service to those in need. The need might be the result of juvenile delinquency, child abuse, domestic violence, sexual . . .

IMAGE SOURCE What is Social Work? The profession of social work provides a service to a cross-section of clients in society. The purpose of the interaction between a client(s) and the social worker is to help the person or group cope with societal issues and problems. The social difficulties extend to addiction, crime, poverty, violence, . . .

What is Forensic Social Work? To understand what classes you may take and why they are necessary, you must first understand what the profession entails. IMAGE SOURCE Forensic social work involves working with populations affected by the juvenile and criminal justice systems. Examples are child-custody cases, divorce, and child neglect, mental health issues, substance abuse, . . .

IMAGE SOURCE DegreeQuery has posted several articles on Forensic Social Work. At the bottom of this piece, the links provide additional information on the profession. What is Social Work? First, we will look at social work in general. The profession involves efforts to help individuals, families, groups, and communities cope with problems that arise as . . .

IMAGE SOURCE Before we look at some of the nuances of interviewing for a specific job in forensic social work, we will explore job interviews, in general. When an employer grants an interview, this is a significant step. Up to this point, you may have applied and submitted your resume online. In turn, the company . . .