Social work is a practice-based profession that promotes social change and development, supports human rights, and aims to empower individuals, groups and communities to take charge of their own lives within their own environment and social context.
There are multiple entry routes to becoming a social worker, including an undergraduate degree, master’s degree, Tertiary degree and the HSE Social Work Apprenticeship program.
CORU, the regulatory body will provide you information on approved qualifications. Additional information on the profession can be found on the Irish Association of Social Workers website or visit the Careers Portal.
If you have qualified outside of Ireland, you will find further information, please here.