Stephanie Said:

What is the best way to get an online BSc degree in a Social Science from a reputable University?

We Answered:

theres no such thing as on online reputable university. u might as well print ur own degree and use it.

Marilyn Said:

Can I get my MSW degree online?

We Answered:

Danielle is both right and wrong. You can get a degree in "human services" online through MANY schools. However, "human services" is NOT social work. Human service degrees are not eligible for licensure, human service degrees do not carry the same reputation as social work (mostly because they are not accredited).

At this time there are no programs that are fully online. The only one that exists is a part-time advanced standing program (you have to have a BSW from an accredited school) and live in certain states - it is out of the University of Florida.

Now many traditional programs offer distance education programs (some that have online courses). Your best bet would be to start with the university closest to you, or the major university in your state.

DA

Stacey Said:

Whats the difference between an MSW online school and an campus based school MSW program?

We Answered:

You can easily compare info about these schools in this site - schools.iblogger.org

Willie Said:

Tips for getting a teaching job at the college level?

We Answered:

If you have the time and desire to get a PhD, you may want to do so--money won't have to be your primary concern if you get a PhD. I am pursuing a PhD, and while it is in the sciences, we get a pretty decent stipend (over $20,000 for most science programs), tuition waivers, health insurance, and dental insurance. Basically, it is like a job. In my program, we also get other benefits like a printing allowance, and they are giving us laptops as well. You will normally have to be a TA. I know someone who had a Masters in English who was teaching 6 courses at a community college making $15,000 a year--that's just exploitive.

You may want to consider all this. Granted, not everyone gets tuition and stipend support, but most people do. It also depends on the area. You are going to have a really hard time finding a teaching job at any level of higher ed because you are competing with people who have PhDs. While they may only require you to have a Masters to teach at a CC, if a PhD applies for the same job (because THEIR job market is almost completely saturated)....well, you know what will probably happen. So, I'd look into this. See what kind of deals you can get to go to grad school again--and decide if you think it is worth the 5 year (maybe more) investment. Good luck!

Jerome Said:

Where can I earn an MSW degree online?

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As far as I know, there are none. I researched this last year. The only programs I saw required a BS in Social Work and occasional on-campus training sessions.

I will start earning my MSW this September. I am not in a rural area, but there are no schools near me. This one is an hour away. It requires the classes, an internship at a work site (for the whole 2 years), and training sessions. It is VERY involved.

I hope you can find something, but be very careful, because as you said, the accreditation is important.

Good luck!