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    • Is social work licensure the same from one state or province to another?
    • Can I obtain a license with a non-social work degree?
    • How long does it take to get licensed?
    • Are there any tests required to become a licensed social worker?
    • What can I expect to encounter on the social work licensing exam?
    • What level of the social work licensing exam will I be required to take?
    • Do I need a master’s degree in order to become a licensed social worker?
    • What does “jurisdiction” mean when talking about social work licensure?
    • What does “reciprocity” mean in the context of social work licensure?
    • Is there a system of reciprocity of social work licensure? Which states have reciprocity?
    • What type of continuing education do I need to pursue in order to remain a licensed social worker?
    • I have licenses in more than one jurisdiction. Will my continued education hours qualify for the various social work license requirements?
    • Do social work licensure tests vary depending on what state I am in?
    • If I have to move to another state, will my social work licensure transfer from one state to the next?
    • Can I be a licensed social worker in more than one state or province?
    • Can I obtain a social work license if I currently live outside of the United States?
    • Is it possible to take the required tests for social work licensure while I am outside of the United States?
    • How do I transfer a foreign license?
    • Can foreign social work degrees be evaluated in the United States? How?
    • How do I transfer test scores between states?
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The Social Worker’s Salary Guide! [Infographic] May 15, 2013

Check out this helpful infographic that breaks down social work salaries by city, as well as other basics of the profession like demographics and work settings.

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