At some point in everyone’s life, someone or something stands out to them in a way that nothing else does. It could be an individual or an event that stands out to them in a positive or even a negative way. For me however, it was a person named Master Sergeant James Sherrod. I encountered MSgt Sherrod at work and he impacted me in a way that would shape my whole future and military career. I didn’t know it at the time, but he was a blessing in my life, especially when I didn’t want to believe it…
residents, who exhibit resiliency through the struggles with a traumatic brain injury. The University of Southern California’s masters of social work program will offer me the opportunity to emphasize on the area of concentration and utilize my critical thinking skills. Sequentially, the masters of social work degree will broaden my horizons and assist me in acquiring certification to counsel as a practicing social…
Getting a Masters degree is an aspiration of many that opens up the doors to a higher level of knowledge and understanding; elevation of self worth; better employment opportunity; higher income potential; and more. It is a pillar that solidifies a person 's dedication, credibility and knowledge through his/her hard work. Thus one of the key issue in consideration for a Masters degree is choosing the appropriate field of study that will complement the social, professional and personal…
It’s hard to believe that I am six weeks into my senior practicum especially when it feels like I was just walking in nervous yesterday. I received my first visit from my field instructor this week and I believe it went really well. I am glad that my supervisor is impressed with what I have accomplished. I am also glad that my field instructor was impressed with Shepherd’s Shelter Ross Rehab. I have learned a lot in six weeks about my agency and I know there is still more to learn as my…
After obtaining my masters, I plan to continue off to law school where I will receive my Juris Doctor. Even though having a law degree will open many doors, having an MBA opens so many more. However, I would not be selfish with my success. The latter part of my plan involves…
A master degree in social work will help me to promote human and community well-being. A master degree will also help me to prevent the conditions that limit human rights and the enhancement of better lives for the all population Positive social change becomes a reality when an individual adheres to…
I subscribe to the saying that “if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” I carry this quote with me daily to ensure that I am clear on my vision for my personal and professional life and that I am taking the necessary steps to see this vision manifest. At a young age, I knew that my passion about had to be the driving force behind my career goals. My greatest passion is developing people. The beauty industry is the outlet for my passions. I enjoy talking and showing people how to apply makeup…
1) My journey to becoming a social worker began when I was making my decision to purse an undergraduate degree. In high school I knew that I wanted to work in the human services field. I have seen myself as being empathetic and compassionate from a young age, and always saw myself in a helping role. I was interested in clinical work, helping individuals and families. Choosing between different fields of helping professions, I knew that becoming a social worker was going to be my destiny. Other…
At the age of seventeen, I saw my friend get backhanded by her boyfriend simply because he wanted to leave a concert and she wanted to take a picture with the band. My night was ruined by what I witnessed, but more so my life and hers were changed that night. She went on to marry this boy that within a few months of dating had become abusive and controlling. Our lifelong friendship was cut short because in what turns out to be a typical move, the abuser isolated her from those that loved her and…
Growing up I was always taught education is the key to success and happiness. Along the way many of my past teachers have always used this quote in class to instill in me the value of education, and how far a journey it can take you if you just believe in yourself the quote as it states: “knowledge is power”. That quote, simply just speaks for itself. To me it simply means get an education in a career that you love, and there is nothing you can’t do. My parents as well taught to make sure that I…