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Major career change, cosmetology to MSW/LMSW
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I went to college for a semester after high school but dropped out due to lack of direction and chose to pursue a career in cosmetology. I've been working behind the chair for the past 16 years which has been really great but it's time for a change. While I love the technical and creative aspects of my job I've come to realize how much I enjoy working with people and making genuine human connections -- there are so many aspects of what I currently do that align with the goals of social work. Obtaining an MSW + LMSW appears to be the best and most versatile option to continue working with people and also do work that feels more fulfilling and challenging. I'm looking for the quickest route to an MSW so I can rejoin the workforce in a more meaningful way. My spouse and I are able to fulfill financial responsibilities on one income so I won't have to worry about working alongside schoolwork. I have no credits to my name so I'll be starting from scratch. I was looking at Wayne State University's online MSW program but I found this forum via this degreeforum.net google result which led me to posting here. Any advice would be super appreciated! 


Your location: Michigan, United States
Your age: 36
What kind of degree do you want?: Master of Social Work/LMSW
Current regional accredited credits: 0
Current ACE, CLEP, or NCCRS credits: 0

Any certifications/military experience?: no

Budget: Ideally as inexpensive as possible. I'm really committed to making a career change so price/student loan debt isn't super on my radar

Commitments: One preschooler and my spouse. I work two days a week and my spouse is able to work from home when needed

Dedicated time to study: 20-30 hours per week

Timeline: As quickly as possible, preferably >5 years

Tuition assistance/reimbursement: none
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Major career change, cosmetology to MSW/LMSW - by bonjourcat - 04-02-2024, 11:28 PM

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