Careers In Nonprofit Work

Social Worker: LCSW
This degree gives you the opportunity to really help your clients. You should have a lot of patience and love working with people. You cannot be judgmental.

Nonprofit Manager: Use Accounting for a Charitable Cause
As a Not for Profit Audit Manager you will need a CPA certification as well as a BS in Accounting. Because NFP’s are tax-exempt, they are closely monitored. Therefore it is imperative in this position to maintain financial integrity. I find this position more rewarding that a normal accounting position because you provide charitable services to the public. In this role I ensure that all remaining funds, after necessary operating expenses, are allocated for public service.

Social Worker: Guidance for your Life!
The most important thing to remember is that this is a "people" job. So, if you aren't a people person, then you might want to reconsider the field. Secondly, the requirements to become a full-fledged social worker are rather strict/high. Academically, you need a Master's degree in Social Work to even treat and counsel others. Anything less will leave you doing solely clerical work for real social workers. If you fancy yourself becoming a boss/director, then a Ph.D is a must. On top of this, eve...