Become a Social Worker in Minnesota 
Table of Contents 
- Minnesota Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
- Minnesota Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)
- Minnesota Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW)
- Minnesota Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- Minnesota Social Work Salary
- Minnesota Social Work Scholarships
Disclaimer: Due to the rapidly changing nature of social work regulations, for the most up-to-date information on becoming a social worker in Minnesota, contact the Minnesota Social Work Licensing Board.
Minnesota law recognizes four classes of social workers: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) and Licensed Social Worker (LSW). The requirements are as follows:
FEATURED ONLINE MSW PROGRAMS
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Minnesota LSW (Licensed Social Worker)
In order to become a licensed social work practitioner in Minnesota, you will need to complete prerequisite coursework, examination requirements, and, in some cases, supervised work requirements. Also, certain levels of social work in Minnesota can only be reached after earning a Master of Social Work. We are committed to keeping updated information on Minnesota social work licensure policies available to you.
Disclaimer: There may be additional methods of certification that have not been covered here. Please contact your state social work licensing department for more information.
Minnesota Social Work Salary
| Minnesota Social Work Career | Average Social Worker Salary |
|---|---|
| Child, Family and School Social Workers | $57,430 |
| Medical and Public Health Social Workers | $55,320 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $49,150 |
| All Other Social Workers | $54,970 |
| Salary Increase from BSW to MSW | +$9,000 |