Start your career with farmers markets, covered bridges, picturesque Lake Champlain and a state-wide network of social workers over 2,340 strong, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In fact, all areas of social work in Vermont are expected to grow up to 15.7%. So bring your unique set of skills in counseling, therapy and education to connect clients with public or private resources across the Green Mountain State.

Information below was retrieved May 2022 and is only meant to be a high-level overview. Requirements may change, always check with the state licensing board for complete and up to date information

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Common Steps to Become a Vermont Social Worker

Before becoming a social worker in Vermont you must obtain an associate- or bachelor-level education in social work to become a generalist. More advanced social work requires a license depending on what career path you choose. Vermont offers two types of social work licensure options: LMSW and LICSW. There may also be additional requirements such as a background check and clinical supervision based on your goals. Below are the steps on how to obtain both licenses in Vermont. This information was retrieved from the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation in February 2022.

To become a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Vermont, you must:

1. Complete an approved Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program.
2. Submit your application to the State Office.
3. Pass the Master’s Social Work Licensing Examination.
4. Pass the Vermont Social Worker Jurisprudence Exam.

To become a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Vermont, you must:

1. Complete an approved and accredited MSW or Doctor of Social Work (DSW) degree program.
2. Register as a non-licensed psychotherapist.
3. Earn 3,000 hours of supervised clinical social work over two to five years.
4. Submit your application to the State Office.
5. Pass the Clinical Social Work Licensing Examination.
6. Pass the Vermont Social Worker Jurisprudence Exam.

MSW programs in Vermont teach students advanced social work theories and practical knowledge. MSW programs include coursework on human development, social work policy, intervention and social work practice for poverty, oppression and trauma.

MSW students in Vermont also complete a social work practicum where they’re able to get real social work practice under the supervision of a licensed Vermont social worker. There are full-time, part-time and advanced-standing MSW programs available in Vermont. The following are CSWE accredited or in candidacy MSW programs in Vermont.

Unfortunately, there are no online MSW programs in Vermont.

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Vermont has two types of licenses for social workers: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). While you may practice entry-level social work under the title of “social worker” with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, the Vermont State Office requires an MSW or DSW to practice more specialized social work. All information on LMSW and LICSW below was retrieved from the Vermont State Office of Professional Regulation.

Becoming an LMSW allows you to practice master-level social work as an advanced generalist social worker.

Becoming an LICSW allows you to practice clinical social work including psychotherapy and more without supervision after licensure.

Information on the above social work salaries in Vermont was retrieved from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates: Vermont in May 2022.

For those just starting on their path to social work, there are state-wide scholarships and programs in place to assist you. While each state has different offerings, below are some grants and loans to help you become an LMSW or LICSW in the state of Vermont.

There are countless local and national associations and organizations with goals to promote, develop and protect the practice of social work and social workers. Better social work means better solutions for issues such as welfare, child welfare, elderly welfare, health care reform and other issues affecting the disadvantaged populations in Vermont and beyond.

Vermont has two reciprocity options for out-of-state applicants. Applicants with an equivalent social work license who meet the educational prerequisites for the equivalent Vermont license and provide their official ASWB exam scores are eligible for endorsement. Applicants with a license less than Vermont’s requirements may apply the “Five-Year Rule” if they’ve practiced 1,200+ hours per year for five years and have no disciplinary actions against them. All applicants must apply and pay a $120 fee to the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation.

Social workers must renew their license every two years with a $150 renewal fee. Additionally, social workers must complete 10-20 hours of continuing education; one-and-a-half hours must be in ethics. To renew, complete the online renewal form and pay the required fee.

Search for your social work license at the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation site search. The site’s options will allow you to search your name and find your license number, license status and details surrounding your professional information.

Last updated May 2022.