What Are the Social Work License Requirements?
There are several types of social work licensure. For example, someone who holds a bachelor’s degree can become a licensed baccalaureate social worker (LBSW). LBSWs must work under a clinical supervisor.
Social work graduates with a Master of Social Work (MSW) are eligible to apply for a master’s-level license in their state. In states that don’t issue provisional licenses or licenses for bachelor’s degree graduates, a master’s degree in social work must be earned before a license can be issued. Licensure typically requires both experience in the field and the completion of an exam.