Take action today! The Department of Education (DOE) has proposed a new definition of a "professional degree" that excludes master's and doctoral programs in many professions, including social work. Soon a public comment period will open and we look forward to doing what we do best here in North Carolina, advocating for the profession and for the clients and communities we serve. We look forward to submitting public comments and will share information on how you all can do so as well. Until then, just a simple reminder - a master's and doctoral degree in Social Work is and will continue to be a professional degree.