Standard Occupational Classification Manual Seeks Public Review; NASW Provides Input

Practice

NASW responded to a public review of the 2018 Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Manual for potential revisions to be made public in 2028. The SOC classifies all occupations where work is performed for pay or profit. It is designed to cover all jobs in the national economy including public, private, and military occupations. NASW provided comments on social work occupations using the format and instructions requested by SOC. Read the blog post on the Tips and Tools for Social Workers page.