Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary does

Instruct college students in social work practice, human behavior, and community service at universities and colleges. You prepare students to help vulnerable populations and work in social services.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a doctoral degree. About 8+ years of higher education.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$110,000. Estimated payback: ~7 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education — $63,970/yr
• Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $72,040/yr
• Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education — $64,370/yr
• Substitute Teachers, Short-Term — $41,670/yr
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education — $38,140/yr