Being a social worker in China

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Member since 28 March 2018

quietoneMember28 March 2018 23:08:58

Hey,
Right now I'm studying social work online and I haven't found much information online. I was wondering what the process is to be a social worker in child welfare. I'd really appreciate any comments yinz have.

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VANNROXChina expert29 March 2018 12:49:58

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How is your Chinese?

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quietoneMember31 March 2018 00:38:34

Beginner but I'm in the process of learning it.

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VANNROXChina expert06 April 2018 07:37:17

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The easiest work that you can get as an expat in China is as a teacher. I found that when I taught English to adults, that I was acting as a sociologist, counselor, and psychologist more than an English teacher. I ended up helping people in all kinds of areas because there is a stigma in China about seeing help for these kind of things.

The best thing that you can do for this role is to work at a "training center" for Adults. I helped a man go through mid-life crisis, a young girl get over an inferiority issue with her weight, and a judge learn about how American courts work. I have helped a woman learn how to drive, and another on the importance in joining a church in America.

Think about it...

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