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GeneralWhat is the difference between social work and social care work?Social workers have to obtain a qualification, which from April 2003 has been an honours degree and are required to register with the General Social Care Council. They will be involved at a high level with people who use social care services, working with them to assess their care requirements and working alongside other professionals such as doctors to make sure that every individual receives the particular type of support that he or she needs. Social care workers tend to offer more personal care. Often they will be involved in supporting one person or a few people in the tasks of everyday living. They often do not need any qualifications when they begin the work, but they will be expected to work towards a qualification to give them the skills required to carry out their duties. They will receive training and support from their employers. |