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Social Work vs. Human Services

How does Social Work differ from Human Services?

Social Work

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Social work is a field of study that provides knowledge to support people in difficult life situations or with social problems. Students learn to analyze social problems and develop suitable ways to help. Graduates go on to work in a variety of areas with different specializations and target groups, including in family support, addiction counselling, or probation services as well as in social institutions.

Human Services

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Human services is a field of study that focuses on improving the quality of life of disadvantaged or vulnerable individuals and communities, such as children, the ill, or minorities. Students acquire interdisciplinary content from fields such as social work, psychology, and education to develop solutions to social problems. After graduation, there are a variety of career opportunities in healthcare, education, or at non-profit organizations.

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