Abstract

There is a sparsity of research about women in midlife career transitions. This study focuses on the career patterns of twenty-nine first and second year MSW women students (ages 27-60). Previous professional career events, role models and other factors most affecting career change are examined. The findings identify frustrated relationship needs, barriers to achievement in previous careers, and the attraction of social work produced incentives for change. Women in the oldest age group (over 50) appear to have the most din~culti me adapting to the student lie.

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