tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266722688611278975.post7671756941181720096..comments2024-03-12T23:10:37.450-07:00Comments on (not so) CHEAP SOCIAL WORKER: Why certain majors are more profitable than othersCheap Social Workerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08985504460374894779noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266722688611278975.post-38320087868540329622011-02-19T16:16:45.977-08:002011-02-19T16:16:45.977-08:00Hello Heidi,
You make a very interesting point re...Hello Heidi,<br /><br />You make a very interesting point regarding degree-discrimination. There are many degrees out there that are stereotyped as "easy way out degrees", which reflects poorly on those studying such subjects. In a world economy that seems to find more value in math and science skills, this trend may unfortunately continue for a while. I for one fear the type of world we would have if we didn't have those who specialized in humanities and the social sciences in school.<br /><br />If I were ever to have kids, I would definitely encourage them to pursue their interests. I would also have them think of contingency career paths in the event they find themselves unhappy with their careers or wanting more money. I suppose that sort of thinking comes from the social worker in me!<br /><br />Thanks for visiting!Cheap Social Workerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08985504460374894779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2266722688611278975.post-14796790643941496102011-02-18T06:58:54.054-08:002011-02-18T06:58:54.054-08:00It all depends on what you value more--the product...It all depends on what you value more--the production of wealth for yourself, or doing what makes you feel good about yourself, knowing the money will never arrive.<br /><br />As for the job front, many of these so-called "derelict fields" can cross over to other, more productive modes of work. I think employers share the blame for degree-discrimination.<br /><br />My own father used to tell me, "Do whatever you want--just don't become an Art Historian."Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06143931090531621776noreply@blogger.com