Become a registered social worker within two years

Do you want to embark on a lifelong career that makes a difference for people, individuals, and communities? Are you looking for a career change? Social Work is one of the most meaningful careers and will provide you with career stability and opportunities in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas.

Social workers practice in community organisations, hospitals and health care, mental health, and public sector organisations in a wide variety of fields.

Massey University’s two-year Master of Applied Social Work can help you achieve your goal. If you want to become a registered social worker, but don’t have a bachelor’s degree in social work, then this qualification is for you. It will prepare you for practice and registration as a social worker in New Zealand and most other countries.