The Business of Social Work™
The Business of Social Work™ is an educational course designed to help social workers understand entrepreneurship, private practice development, and sustainable career pathways.
About the Course
The Business of Social Work™ began as a coaching program for social workers entering the field, created to bridge the gap between academic training and real-world career navigation.
What quickly became clear was that this work needed to be more than coaching. Social workers were not only seeking guidance they were seeking structure, strategy, and clarity around the pathways available to them early in their careers.
This course was developed to meet that need. It equips social workers with foundational business knowledge, entrepreneurial insight, and practical tools to build sustainable, impactful careers whether in private practice, leadership, or innovative practice models.
Who Is This Course For?
The Business of Social Work™ is designed for:
• Social work students preparing to enter the profession
• Early-career social workers navigating career pathways
• Licensed professionals exploring private practice or entrepreneurial models
• Colleges and universities seeking curriculum support in social work education
• Organizations investing in workforce development for social workersThis course bridges the gap between academic training and real-world career sustainability.