Become a Social Worker in Delaware
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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 Delaware, contact the
Delaware Social Work Licensing Board.
Delaware law recognizes one class of social workers: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). The requirements are as follows:
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| School |
Program Description |
| 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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| Fordham University |
- Four areas of focus: Individuals and Families, Organizations and Community, Evaluation, and Policy Practice and Advocacy
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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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| 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 Southern California (USC) |
- Offered by USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School 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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| Baylor University |
- Ethically integrates faith and social work practice
- Specialize in clinical practice or community practice
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Delaware LCSW Education Requirement : Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work
Delaware LCSW Exam: Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Clinical Level Examination
Field Requirement: At least 3,200 hours of clinical experience, including 1,600 hours of board-approved supervised practice
Fee: $183 application fee, $260 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: Criminal history check required
Endorsement: Available upon board approval
License Renewal: Clinical social work examiners licenses expire on January 31 of odd-numbered years. Requirements for renewal are the successful completion of 45 contact hours (prorated) of continuing education during each biennial license period and payment of a prorated renewal fee (you will be notified of the fee amount at the time of renewal); renewal fee is determined case by case according to the Delaware’s
Division of Professional Regulation; $40 renewal fee payment for inactive licenses
In order to become a licensed social work practitioner in Delaware, you will need to complete prerequisite coursework, examination requirements, and, in some cases, supervised work requirements. Also, certain levels of social work in (Delaware can only be reached after earning a Master of Social Work. We are committed to keeping updated information on Delaware 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. Last updated 05/11/2016.
Delaware Social Work Salary
Disclaimer:
Social Worker Salary information is taken from the
Bureau of Labor Statistics. Information about social worker salaries in Delaware is subject to change. Please confirm salary information with your state before applying for licensure or renewal. Last updated: 08/22/2018.
Delaware Social Work Scholarships
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