Social Worker (NOC 4152) Confusions.

[InfoFinder]

Hi,
I did MSc(IT) in April 2009.
Now, Working as Social Worker for Poor Children and youth in Charity Organisation.
Total Work experience is 18 months.
I want to apply PR in School Social Worker category. (NOC 4152)

My only question is :
I have MSc(IT) degree, Do I need to have Masters or Bachelor Degree in Social Work  to Apply in this category ??

Seniors Please Reply.

Thanks alot.

[mandiebraxton]

Hi, Welcome! If the CIO guide is anything to go by, then you can apply as a social worker so far as you can proove that u performed the duties of a social worker listed under the ministerial instructions. Ultimately, u will need to a self assessment to see if you can the min 67 points to qualify for FSW1. There is still contention btn experience and qualification as SW is a  a regulated profesion in most parts of Canada. Kindly look for the social work thread on this forum started by Nashe, you will find wealth of info and links...Mandie