Become a Social Worker in New Mexico
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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 New Mexico, contact the New Mexico Social Work Licensing Board.
New Mexico law recognizes three classes of social worker: Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), 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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New Mexico LISW Education Requirement: Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school and completion of a required course in New Mexican cultures
New Mexico LISW Exam: Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Clinical or Advanced Generalist Level Examination and jurisprudence examination
Field Requirement: 3,600 hours of supervised post-graduate social work experience, 90 hours of which must be supervised. At least 70 of the 90 hours must be directly supervised. At least one hour of supervision must be documented for every 40 hours worked. No more than 54 of the 90 hours can be obtained through group supervision; no more than 25 percent of the 90 hours may be non face-to-face ; there can be no more than six four individuals per group at once. Interdisciplinary supervision can account for no more than 30 hours of the 90 required hours.
Fee: $125 application fee, $260 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: None
Endorsement: Available upon board approval; must take a three-credit hour course in New Mexican cultures
License Renewal: Renewal is required every year. Requirements for renewal are the successful completion of 30 contact hours of continuing education, including six hours must be in the area of cultural awareness, and payment of a $200 renewal fee.
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New Mexico LMSW Education Requirement: Master’s degree in social work from CSWE School and completion of required course in New Mexican cultures
New Mexico LMSW Exam: Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Master’s Level Examination and jurisprudence examination
Field Requirement: None
Fee: $100 application fee, $230 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: None
Endorsement: Available upon board approval; must take a three-credit hour course in New Mexican cultures
License Renewal: Renewal is required every year. Requirements for renewal are the successful completion of 30 contact hours of continuing education, including six hours must be in the area of cultural awareness, and payment of a $150 renewal fee.
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Education Requirement: A bachelor’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school and completion of a required course in New Mexico cultures
Exam Requirement: Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Bachelor’s Level Examination and jurisprudence examination
Field Requirement: None
Fee: $75 application fee, $230 ASWB examination fee
Additional Information: None
Endorsement: Available upon board approval; must take a three-credit hour course in New Mexican cultures
License Renewal: Renewal is required every year. Requirements for renewal are the successful completion of 30 contact hours of continuing education, including six hours must be in the area of cultural awareness, and payment of a $100 renewal fee.
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In order to become a licensed social work practitioner in New Mexico, you will need to complete prerequisite coursework, examination requirements, and, in some cases, supervised work requirements. Also, certain levels of social work in New Mexico can only be reached after earning a Master of Social Work. We are committed to keeping updated information on New Mexico 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 09/03/2018.
New Mexico Social Work Salary
Disclaimer:
Social Worker Salary information is taken from the
Bureau of Labor Statistics. Information about social worker salaries in New Mexico 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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