Become a Social Worker in Idaho
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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 Idaho, contact the
Idaho Social Work Licensing Board.
Idaho law recognizes three classes of social workers: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW). 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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Idaho LCSW Education Requirement: A
master’s degree or doctorate from any college or university approved by the Idaho State Board of Occupational Licenses
Idaho LCSW Exam: Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Clinical Level Examination
Field Requirement: A total of 3,000 hours of supervised social work experience accumulated in no less than two years is required for MSWs seeking licensure as clinical-level practitioners. No less than 50 percent must be provided by a licensed clinical social worker registered as a supervisor; 1,750 hours must be of direct client contact involving treatment in clinical social work and 1,250 hours involving assessment diagnosis and other social work.
Fee: $70 application fee; $260 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: One Professional reference is required for application
Endorsement: $90 endorsement fee
License Renewal: $90 renewal fee; continuing education requirement includes 20 hours a year (except for first year), with at least one hour of training in professional ethics; continued education over 20 hours a year may be carried over for the following renewal period
Idaho LMSW Education Requirement: A
master’s degree or doctorate from any college, university approved by the Idaho State Board of Occupational Licenses
Idaho LMSW Exam: Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Master's Level Examination
Field Requirement: A total of 3,000 hours of supervised social work experience accumulated in no less than two years is required for MSWs seeking licensure as independent practitioners.
Fee: $70 application fee; $230 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: One professional reference is required for application.
Endorsement: $90 endorsement fee
License Renewal: $80 renewal fee; continuing education requirement includes 20 hours a year (except for first year licensee), with at least one hour of training in professional ethics; continued education over 20 hours a year may be carried over for the following renewal period.
Idaho LBSW Education Requirement: A baccalaureate from any college or university approved by the Idaho State Board of Occupational Licenses
Idaho LBSW Exam: Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Bachelor's Level Exam
Field Requirement: A total of 3,000 hours of supervised social work experience accumulated in no less than two years is required for BSWs seeking licensure as independent practitioners.
Fee: $70 application fee; $230 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: One professional reference is required for application.
Endorsement: $90 endorsement fee
License Renewal: $80 renewal fee; ; continuing education requirement includes 20 hours a year (except for first year licensee), with at least one hour of training in professional ethics; continued education over 20 hours a year may be carried over for the following renewal period
In order to become a licensed social work practitioner in Idaho, you will need to complete prerequisite coursework, examination requirements, and, in some cases, supervised work requirements. Also, certain levels of social work in Idaho can only be reached after earning a Master of Social Work. We are committed to keeping updated information on Idaho 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.
Idaho Social Work Salary
Disclaimer:
Social Worker Salary information is taken from the
Bureau of Labor Statistics. Information about social worker salaries in Idaho is subject to change. Please confirm salary information with your state before applying for licensure or renewal. Last updated: 08/27/2018.
