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Hi All!
After getting assistance from this crew as I progressed through my MSW (and I thank you all), I am after a long hiatus returning to this board for a new question about a new journey!
I'm considering a PhD in social work. I found quite a few part time PhD programs that could be completed while working on the side. However, they are not funded as the lowest priced one is about 60k while the highest is closer to 80k. There is a balance of programs on the in between.
I'd love to hear feedback. My reasoning is as follows:
A. I can't shake the idea of wanting to further identify as a social worker. I know the MSW is technically considered the terminal degree but right now I feel like you only live once and that closure of knowing that I received the highest possible degree in my field is something that is valuable to me. I've tried to ignore this pull but I can't. I'm passionate about this field and amd truly very attracted to this idea.
B. I want to get faculty jobs at a four year college. I do know this is possible with an MSW but I keep finding that a PhD is much more preferred.
What are your guys thoughts? is this a mistake?
After getting assistance from this crew as I progressed through my MSW (and I thank you all), I am after a long hiatus returning to this board for a new question about a new journey!
I'm considering a PhD in social work. I found quite a few part time PhD programs that could be completed while working on the side. However, they are not funded as the lowest priced one is about 60k while the highest is closer to 80k. There is a balance of programs on the in between.
I'd love to hear feedback. My reasoning is as follows:
A. I can't shake the idea of wanting to further identify as a social worker. I know the MSW is technically considered the terminal degree but right now I feel like you only live once and that closure of knowing that I received the highest possible degree in my field is something that is valuable to me. I've tried to ignore this pull but I can't. I'm passionate about this field and amd truly very attracted to this idea.
B. I want to get faculty jobs at a four year college. I do know this is possible with an MSW but I keep finding that a PhD is much more preferred.
What are your guys thoughts? is this a mistake?