Become a Social Worker in Vermont
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Disclaimer: Due to the rapidly changing nature of social work regulations, for the most up-to-date information on becoming a social worker in Vermont, contact the Vermont Social Work Licensing Board.
Vermont law recognizes one class of social worker: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). The requirements are as follows:
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| SCHOOL |
DESCRIPTION |
| Fordham University |
- Four areas of focus: Individuals and Families, Organizations and Community, Evaluation, and Policy Practice and Advocacy
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| Baylor University |
- Ethically integrates faith and social work practice
- Specialize in clinical practice or community practice
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| Case Western Reserve University |
- From Case Western Reserve University’s top-10 ranked school of social work
- Traditional and Advanced Standing tracks available
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| University of Denver |
- Research-driven faculty dedicated to making an impact on social problems
- Prepares you to apply social work skills across practice settings
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| University of Southern California (USC) |
- Offered by USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck Shool of Social Work, a top-ranked graduate school by U.S. News and World Report
- Features virtual and in-person field education in or near student's own communities
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| Simmons University |
- Four Clinical Specializations: Child and Family, Trauma and Interpersonal Violence, Mental Health and Addictions, and Health and Aging
- Three program tracks: Traditional, Accelerated, and Extended
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Vermont LCSW Education Requirement: A
master’s or doctorate degree from a CSWE-accredited social work program
Vermont LCSW Exam: Successfully complete the Vermont jurisprudence examination.
Field Requirement: Applicants must accumulate 3,000 hours, or two years, of post-master’s clinical practice supervised by an approved clinical professional; a minimum of one hour face-to-face supervision is required for every 40 hours of clinical services you provide.
Fee: $100 application fee, $260 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: Endorsement: Available upon board approval
License Renewal: Renewal is required every two years. Requirements for renewal are the successful completion of 20 contact hours of continuing education (except the first year) and payment of a $150 renewal fee.
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In order to become a licensed social work practitioner in Vermont, you will need to complete prerequisite coursework, examination requirements, and, in some cases, supervised work requirements. Also, certain levels of social work in Vermont can only be reached after earning a Master of Social Work. We are committed to keeping updated information on Vermont 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.
Vermont Social Work Salary
Disclaimer:
Social Worker Salary information is taken from the
Bureau of Labor Statistics. Information about social worker salaries in Vermont is subject to change. Please confirm salary information with your state before applying for licensure or renewal. Last updated: 8/22/2018.
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