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Become a Social Worker in Vermont

- Vermont Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Vermont Social Work Salary
- Vermont 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 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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Fordham University |
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Baylor University |
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Case Western Reserve University |
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University of Denver |
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University of Southern California (USC) |
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Simmons University |
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Vermont LCSW
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
Vermont Social Work Career | Average Social Work Salary |
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Child, Family and School Social Workers | $45,780 |
Healthcare Social Workers | $57,010 |
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | 40,990 |
All Other Social Workers | $80,640 |
Salary Increase from BSW to MSW | +9000 |
Vermont Social Work Scholarships
For social work financial aid options, check out our social work scholarships page.SCHOOL | DESCRIPTION |
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Fordham University |
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Baylor University |
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Case Western Reserve University |
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University of Denver |
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University of Southern California (USC) |
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Simmons University |
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Sponsored Online Social Work Programs
Licensure information including requirements, renewals, and fees were retrieved as of August 2018. Information may have changed since, check with the state's board of licensing for more information.
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