Answered by Shan Monday Mar 2nd 2009

OK, so here is the deal with social work. Obtaining a certificate in social work will not get you the credentials that are needed for obtaining a position as counselor or social worker. What you will have to do is obtain a degree, which a master's degree is typical for a counseling position, in order to qualify for the necessary state licensure.

But, you are in luck! There are a number of excellent online degree programs in counseling that will aid you in obtaining the proper credentials, all the while working from the comfort of your own home or office. So, because I do not know what you past educational history is, here is a link to both a number of excellent programs, Online Counseling Degrees