Bachelor of Social Work Program Licensure Assessment
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW (in some cases)
State Licensing Legislation
See Ala. Admin. Code r. 850-X-2-.02
Further Information from the State
https://socialwork.alabama.gov/
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Baccalaureate Social Worker (BSW)
Additional Information
Three professional references required
State Licensing Legislation
See Alaska Stat. § 08.95.110 [c]
Further Information from the State
Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Baccalaureate Social Worker (BSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
See Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 32-3291
Further Information from the State
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information from the State
Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
All hours of experience must be gained within the most recent six years from the time you apply for LCSW examination eligibility. Fingerprints are required.
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information from the State
California Board of Behavioral Sciences - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
See Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-245-404
Further Information from the State
Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Connecticut LCSW Licensing Requirements
Further Information from the State
Connecticut Social Work Licensure
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
See §3907 (d) Baccalaureate social worker
Further Information from the State
Delaware Board of Social Work Examiners
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker Associate (LSWA)
Additional Information
Three character references required
State Licensing Legislation
Social Work Application Checklist
Further Information from the State
DC Social Work Initial License Application Package
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Flordia Statutes Chapter 491.005 (1)
Further Information from the State
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work...
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information from the State
Georgia Board of Prof. Counselors, Social Workers ...
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Baccalaureate Social Worker (BSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information from the State
Hawaii Professional &Vocational Licensing Division: Social Worker Program
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information from the State
Idaho Board of Social Work Examiners
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
See Ill. Admin. Code tit. 68, § 1470.10 (b)
Further Information from the State
Illinois Social Work Licensing Board
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
See Indiana Code 25-23.6-5-1.5
Further Information from the State
Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board
Social Work License Map
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
http://idph.iowa.gov/Portals/1/userfiles/26/SW/Social%20Worker%20Bachelor.pdf
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-iowa/#lbsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
Three references required
State Licensing Legislation
http://ksbsrb.ks.gov/professions/social-workers
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-kansas/#lbsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
Criminal background check required
State Licensing Legislation
https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=38874
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-kentucky/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Registered Social Worker (RSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.labswe.org/page/rules-standards-and-procedures
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-louisiana/#rsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/social_workers/ls.html
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-maine/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-maryland/#lbsw
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-maryland/#lbsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation (two professional references and one second-year field placement supervisory reference).
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.mass.gov/regulations/258-CMR-12-scope-of-practice
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-massachusetts/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-michigan/#lbsw
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-michigan/#lbsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-minnesota/#lsw
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-minnesota/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.swmft.ms.gov/social-work-licensure-laws
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-mississippi/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
http://pr.mo.gov/socialworkers.asp
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-missouri/#lbsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-montana/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Certified Social Worker
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-nebraska/#csw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Social Worker (SW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
http://socwork.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/socworknvgov/content/licensees/B-InfoLicensure_SW.pdf
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-nevada/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/NHTOC/NHTOC-XXX-330-A.htm
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-new-hampshire/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Certified Social Worker
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/Statutes/socialworklaw.pdf
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-new-jersey/#csw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/Statutes/socialworklaw.pdf
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-new-mexico/#lbsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/sw/sect52-30.htm
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-new-york/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Certified Social Worker
Additional Information
Apply before taking ASWB exam
State Licensing Legislation
http://www.ncswboard.org/page/statute1.html
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-new-york/#lcsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.legis.nd.gov/cencode/t43c41.pdf?20150722090825
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-north-dakota/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
State Licensing Legislation
https://cswmft.ohio.gov/static/general/10-18-2019%20CSWMFT%20Board%20Laws%20and%20Rules%204757.pdf
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-ohio/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.ok.gov/socialworkers/documents/Title%2059%2003%2026%202016.pdf
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-oklahoma/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Registered Baccalaureate Social Worker (RBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.oregon.gov/blsw/Pages/LawsAndRules.aspx
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
http://www.oregon.gov/BLSW/Pages/index.aspx
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
Two recommendations by licensed CSWs or health care professionals
State Licensing Legislation
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-pennsylvania/#lcsw
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-pennsylvania/#lcsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
https://rules.sos.ri.gov/regulations/part/216-40-05-7
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-rhode-island/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t40c063.php
Further Information from the State
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-south-carolina/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Social Worker
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
https://dss.sd.gov/licensingboards/socialwork_licensing.aspx
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-south-dakota/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-tennessee/#lbsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)
Additional Information
None
State Licensing Legislation
https://dshs.texas.gov/socialwork/sw_laws.shtm
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-tennessee/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Social Service Worker
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
https://dopl.utah.gov/soc/index.html
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-utah/#ssw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/fullchapter/26/061
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-vermont/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
Requires supervised experience after BSW
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/social/social_laws_regs.htm
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-virginia/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Requires MSW
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/ProfessionsNewReneworUpdate/SocialWorker/Laws
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-washington/
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://www.wvsocialworkboard.org/Laws-Rules
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-west-virginia/#lsw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Certified Social Worker
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/457/08
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-wisconsin/#csw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020
Does this Program Meet Minimum Qualifications For Licensure of State?
Yes, Certified Social Worker
Additional Information
None.
State Licensing Legislation
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19sfR5ttwMF3RDXFE0uow4awCEo25EoPe/view
Further Information
None
Social Work License Map
https://socialworklicensemap.com/become-a-social-worker/become-a-social-worker-in-wisconsin/#csw
Date of Last Revision
June 18, 2020