Become a Social Worker in Nebraska
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- Nebraska Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW)
- Nebraska Certified Social Worker (CSW)
- Nebraska Social Work Salary
- Nebraska 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 Nebraska, contact the Nebraska Social Work Licensing Board.
Nebraska law recognizes two classes of social workers: Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW) and Certified Social Worker (CSW). The requirements are as follows:
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- Research-driven faculty dedicated to making an impact on social problems
- Prepares you to apply social work skills across practice settings
- Four areas of focus: Individuals and Families, Organizations and Community, Evaluation, and Policy Practice and Advocacy
- Three certificates: Trauma Practice, Mental Health Practice or Practice with Groups and Families.
- Four program tracks: Advanced Standing, Accelerated, Full Time and Extended
- Three academic departments: Adult Mental Health and Wellness; Children, Youth – and Families; and Social Change and Innovation
- Features field education in or near students’ own communities.
- Traditional and Advanced Standing tracks
- Concentrate your degree in integrated practice or clinical practice
- Ethically integrates faith and social work practice
- Specialize in clinical practice or community practice
- CWRU’s Mandel School is a top-10 ranked graduate school of social work (2019).1
- Three paths of study are available to prepare social work leaders to work in clinical or community practice.
Nebraska CMSW (Certified Master Social Worker)
Nebraska CMSW Education Requirement: Master of Social Work (MSW) or doctorate degree in social work from a CSWE-approved school
Nebraska CMSW Exam: A score of 75 or higher on the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Advanced Generalist or Clinical Level Examination
Field Requirement: 3,000 hours of supervised post-degree practice under the supervision of a certified master social worker
Fee: $25 certificate fee, $50 license fee, $260 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: None
Endorsement: Available upon board approval
License Renewal: Licenses renew on September 1st of every even numbered year. Social workers must complete 32 hours of continuing education to renew their licenses, including two hours of mental health practice ethics and a $50 renewal fee.
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Nebraska CSW (Certified Social Worker)
Nebraska CSW Education Requirement: Baccalaureate degree or Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-approved school
Nebraska CSW Exam: None
Field Requirement: None
Fee: $25 certificate fee, $125 license fee
Additional Information: None
Endorsement: Available upon board approval
License Renewal: Licenses renew on September 1st of every even numbered year. Social workers must complete 32 hours of continuing education to renew their licenses, including two hours of mental health practice ethics. There is a $125 renewal fee.
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In order to become a licensed social work practitioner in Nebraska, you will need to complete prerequisite coursework, examination requirements, and, in some cases, supervised work requirements. Also, certain levels of social work in Nebraska can only be reached after completing an on-campus or online master of social work program. We are committed to keeping updated information on Nebraska 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 09/01/2018.
Nebraska Social Work Salary
| Nebraska Social Work Career | Average Social Worker Salary |
|---|---|
| Child, Family and School Social Workers | $42,030 |
| Healthcare Social Workers | $47,200 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $39,640 |
| All Other Social Workers | $62,070 |
| Salary Increase from BSW to MSW | +$9,000 |
Disclaimer: Social Worker Salary information is taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Information about social worker salaries in Louisiana is subject to change. Please confirm salary information with your state before applying for licensure or renewal. Last updated: 8/22/2018.
Nebraska Social Work Scholarships
Nebraska Loan Repayment Program
Type: Loan Repayment
Amount: Up to $15,000 per year
Description: The Nebraska Loan Repayment Program requires a two year practice obligation in a state-designated shortage area.
Additional scholarship information is available on the national page of social work scholarships.
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Sponsored Online Social Work Programs
- Join the #16 ranked Howard University School of Social Work1
- Four program tracks: Advanced Standing, Accelerated, Full Time and Extended
- Research-driven faculty dedicated to making an impact on social problems
- Prepares you to apply social work skills across practice settings
- Four areas of focus: Individuals and Families, Organizations and Community, Evaluation, and Policy Practice and Advocacy
- Three certificates: Trauma Practice, Mental Health Practice or Practice with Groups and Families.
- Four program tracks: Advanced Standing, Accelerated, Full Time and Extended
- Three academic departments: Adult Mental Health and Wellness; Children, Youth – and Families; and Social Change and Innovation
- Features field education in or near students’ own communities.
- Traditional and Advanced Standing tracks
- Concentrate your degree in integrated practice or clinical practice
- Ethically integrates faith and social work practice
- Specialize in clinical practice or community practice
- CWRU’s Mandel School is a top-10 ranked graduate school of social work (2019).1
- Three paths of study are available to prepare social work leaders to work in clinical or community practice.
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.