What are the best options to get into Social Work?

[paddysimpson]

Hi!

First post so please go easy on me.

I have recently decided that I would like to get in to some sort of social work (As in being an actual social worker is not necessarily what my aim is).

I am 28 year old male with no direct experience in subject matter - Just a strong interest. I am already educated to degree standard in Digital Media but am intending to change my career path. I have a GCSE in both English's, but not maths (Its definitely not my strong point!)

I have looked up my local adult education college and they offer a 1 year, full time access to hire education course in social work. I have the time and the money to do this subject to a loan being approved.

Is this my best option at the moment? Also as I am not too sure I would be able a second degree (Financially) would i be wasting my time or is there any possibility for work directly from the Access course?

Any information / opinion would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!