A hospital is a health care institution providing patient treatment with specialized medical and nursing staff and medical equipment.
A Bachelor of Social Work is usually the minimum educational requirement for beginning your career as a social worker. Some entry-level positions may also accept candidates with a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or other related fields.
Each state has its own requirements for becoming a licensed social worker, so it is important that you are familiar with the criteria in the state where you wish to work. For the working professional who has already completed an undergraduate degree, earning a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree is the best way to work toward changing careers.