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      • Best CSWE-Accredited MSW Programs in California: Editor’s Picks
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      • Do You Need a Master’s to Be a Social Worker?
      • How Much Do Social Workers Make in California?
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  • Research MSW Programs
    • Specializations
      • Aging & Gerontology
      • Child Welfare Social Worker in California
      • Criminal Justice Social Work in California
      • Data Analysis in Social Work: Roles, Education & California Salaries
      • Environmental Social Work in California: Careers, Agencies & How to Get Started
      • Financial
      • Government Agencies
    • Column 2
      • Health Care
      • Homelessness
      • Hospice & Palliative Care
      • Immigration
      • Mental Health & Substance Abuse
      • Nonprofits
      • Social Justice
      • Technology-Assisted Services
    • Column 3
      • Field Education
      • Types of MSW Programs
  • Become a Social Worker in California
    • Licensure Requirements
    • License Reciprocity
  • Programs in California
    • Associate Programs in California
    • BSW Programs in California: What You Need to Know
    • MSW Programs in California: What to Know Before You Apply
    • One Year MSW Programs
    • Online MSW Programs
  • MSW Jobs in California
    • MSW Jobs & Careers
      • Careers in Los Angeles
      • Careers in Sacramento
      • Careers in San Diego
      • Careers in San Francisco
      • Careers in San Jose
    • Column 1
      • MSW Salary in California
  • Resources
    • Column 1
      • Best CSWE-Accredited MSW Programs in California: Editor’s Picks
      • Editor’s Picks: Associate Social Work & Human Services Degrees in California
      • Most Affordable Associate Degrees in Social Work & Human Services in California
      • Most Affordable MSW Programs in California
      • MSW Scholarships and Grants
      • Continuing Education for Social Workers in California
      • Financial Aid Resources
    • Column 2
      • Mental Health and Self Care Resources
      • How Veterans Can Become Social Workers in California
      • Best Social Work Programs for Military Veterans in California
      • Best Social Work Schools for Military Spouses in California
      • Affordable MSW Programs for Veterans in California
    • FAQs About Becoming a Social Worker
      • Do You Need a Master’s to Be a Social Worker?
      • How Much Do Social Workers Make in California?
  • BLOG
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Career / By Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW

Written by Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW • Last updated: April 20, 2026

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Career / By Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW

Written by Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW • Last updated: April 16, 2026

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In the News / By Alyssa Middleton
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Edited by Alyssa Middleton • Last updated: April 16, 2026

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In the News / By Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW

Written by Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW • Last updated: April 16, 2026

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In the News / By Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW

Written by Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW • Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Career / By Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW

Written by Dr. Isabella Cruz, PhD, LCSW • Last updated: April 16, 2026

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