Admission Essay

One thing that I have always known I would love to do with my life is to make a difference in others. I intend to pursue masters in social work because I want to help people. This is the only way that will help me to essentially achieve my goals of making others life easier, and this is the most critical factor of career to me. By qualifying as a social worker, I will surely become a supportive member of society. I am Rebeca St. Louis, and I belong to a religious family. As my father was lead pastor of a predominantly Haitian church, hence, whilst growing up, I got awareness of social work. I got the opportunity to work with many individuals and families that experienced various mental, emotional, physical and psychological problems. I gained more insight into social work during my time in the BSW program. Social work is a profession designated to assist those who are in need.

When I was 16, I experienced some tragedies, which lead to mental, emotional and psychological difficulties. At this time, young women at my church came to me seeking solace in their time of life's stressors. At a young age, I did not know what to do or how to handle them I only knew how to listen. The BSW program taught me how the simplicity of finding a solution to a problem using relevant, evidence-based practices and practice informed research for people who are in need. My learning in the BSW program gave me comprehension of the hierarchy of social needs and equipped me with the values of social work such as service, integrity, human relationships, and human worth. I emrace the fact that a social worker must elevate himself above personal gain or self-interest. I also appreciate the importance of human relationships in healing and worth of humans. Moreover, I have volunteered for nonprofit organizations such as Future Generation International Missions (FGIM). Volunteering gave me a practical experience of social work and dealing with those in need. It also enhanced my enthusiasm for this field.

Not only this, I have worked in the field of health care for more than nine years. I have provided patient care at Baycare and Florida Hospital. I have earned real-life experience of what I will be facing. My nature and personality also align with the requirement of a social worker. I am blessed with a kind, nurturing and caring nature, and my value system also includes respectfulness and honesty.

The only thing I find difficult is to manage my effectively, but I am very dedicated to making most of it when the task is of my choice. Sometimes, I become being too critical of myself but over and above all I love pleasing others and making them smile. I want to spread love and happiness, and this is the ultimate goal of perusing masters in social work. I hope my skills, strengths, experience, and knowledge in social care would relish the chance to advance knowledge and become a dedicated member of society.