{"id":837,"date":"2020-03-19T10:32:02","date_gmt":"2020-03-19T14:32:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/?page_id=837"},"modified":"2026-04-29T11:24:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T15:24:27","slug":"master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\/","title":{"rendered":"Master of Social Work Licensing Disclosure"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a id=\"top\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Boston University offers a number of programs that lead to a professional license or certification.\u00a0\u00a0 Provided below is state-specific licensure information regarding Boston University School of Social Work&#8217;s Master of Social Work program.<\/p>\n<p>Please note that Boston University\u2019s School of Social Work does not guarantee any licensing board decisions about individual qualifications. This information is provided based upon information reviewed on the licensing board\u2019s website and our experience with students applying for licensure.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend that you contact the state\u2019s social work licensing board to determine any other requirements for licensure. Other requirements may include, but are not limited to, additional post-graduation examinations, experience, or trainings, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, and other requirements. It is important that you be aware of all such requirements and that you plan accordingly.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"alabama\"><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Alabama<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.socialwork.alabama.gov\/\">Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), designate clinical or non-clinical<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Alaska<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.commerce.alaska.gov\/web\/cbpl\/professionallicensing\/socialworkexaminers.aspx\">Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"arizona\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Arizona<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azbbhe.us\/node\/828\">Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters, Advances Generalist, or Clinical Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"arkansas\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Arkansas<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.arkansas.gov\/swlb\/\">Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes<strong>, <\/strong>Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"california\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">California<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbs.ca.gov\/applicants\/lcsw.html\"><span>California Board of Behavioral Sciences<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW)<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Additional Information<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The California Board requires the following additional coursework prior to registering as an ASW:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">12-hours of California Law and Ethics Course<\/p>\n<p>This course must be taken by a Board-accepted provider. More information on where to locate acceptable providers can be found on the Board\u2019s website here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbs.ca.gov\/licensees\/cont_ed.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.bbs.ca.gov\/licensees\/cont_ed.html<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Subsequent Levels of Licensure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After obtaining the required qualifying experience and completing additional coursework, applicants may apply to take the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)\u202fexam. The California Board requires the following additional training or coursework (which may not be included as part of the BU MSW program):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>6 hours in Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention;<\/li>\n<li>7 hours in Child Abuse Assessment and Reporting (must be based on California law);<\/li>\n<li>10 hours in Human Sexuality;<\/li>\n<li>15 hours in Alcoholism and Chemical Substance Abuse &amp; Dependency;\n<ul>\n<li>BU MSW Course CP809 Substance Use Disorders may be submitted to the CA Board for equivalency evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>15 hours in Spousal\/Partner Abuse Assessment, Detection and Intervention;<\/li>\n<li>10 hours in Aging, Long Term Care and Elder\/Dependent Adult Abuse;\n<ul>\n<li>BU MSW Course CP807 CP with Older Adults may be submitted to the CA Board for equivalency evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>15 hours in California Cultures and the Social and Psychological Implications of Socioeconomic Position<\/li>\n<li>3 hours in Provision of Mental Health Services via Telehealth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p>Some of the content areas above may be covered by BU MSW coursework as indicated. Please work with your academic advisor to determine which BU MSW course(s) may better support your plans towards professional licensure.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7.2024<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Colorado<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dpo.colorado.gov\/SocialWork\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Exams\/ Trainings\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. The Colorado Jurisprudence Exam is also required for licensure. The exam can be accessed online and is an open book format.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Connecticut<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/portal.ct.gov\/DPH\/Practitioner-Licensing--Investigations\/Socialworker\/Social-Work-Licensure\">Connecticut Department of Public Health<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Master Level Social Worker<\/p>\n<p>Yes, Masters Level Social Worker Temporary Permit<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required of applicants for the MLSW and MLSW Temporary Permit who earned the MSW degree on and after January 1, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>3.2026<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"delaware\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Delaware<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dpr.delaware.gov\/boards\/socialworkers\/\">Delaware Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"districtofcolumbia\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">District of Columbia<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dchealth.dc.gov\/service\/social-work-licensing\">DC Health, Board of Social Work<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Graduate Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"florida\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Florida<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridasmentalhealthprofessions.gov\/licensing\/\"><span>Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage &amp; Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Registered\u202fClinical Social Worker Intern<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>BU electives required for licensure:<\/u><\/p>\n<p>HB723 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Adults <strong>or<\/strong><br \/>\nHB727 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Children<\/p>\n<p>Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage &amp; Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling requires Registered Clinical Social Work Interns to complete 24 semester hours or 32 quarter hours in theory of human behavior and practice methods as courses in clinically oriented services, including a minimum of one course in psychopathology. Courses not considered to be clinically oriented are: policy, administration, organization, and communities.\u00a0 Only one research course may be counted towards the coursework requirement. Taking one of the two electives listed above will meet the psychopathology requirement for this state.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>3.2026<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"georgia\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Georgia<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sos.ga.gov\/how-to-guide\/how-guide-master-social-worker\">GA Board of Prof. Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage &amp; Family Therapists<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master\u2019s Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>7.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"hawaii\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Hawaii<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cca.hawaii.gov\/pvl\/programs\/socialworker\/\">Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"idaho\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Idaho<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/dopl.idaho.gov\/swo\/\">Idaho Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"illinois\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Illinois<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/idfpr.illinois.gov\/profs\/socialworker.html\">Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>12.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"indiana\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Indiana<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.in.gov\/pla\/professions\/behavioral-health-and-human-services\/behavioral-health-and-human-services-licensing-information\/\">Indiana\u202fBehavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Subsequent Level of Licensure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Note, for those who plan to later apply for the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license: The state of Indiana requires that applicants take a psychopathology course (HB723 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Adults or HB727 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Children) to become licensed.<\/p>\n<p>12.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"iowa\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Iowa<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/dial.iowa.gov\/licenses\/other-professional-licensure\/social-work-licensure\">Iowa Board of Social Work<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"kansas\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Kansas<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/ksbsrb.ks.gov\/professions\/social-workers\">Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Subsequent Level of Licensure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) applicants are required to complete a discrete three-hour graduate level psychopathology course from a CSWE (Council of Social Work Education) accredited college or university social work program. BUSSW&#8217;s HB723 (Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Adults) or HB 727 (Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Children) meet the psychopathology requirement.<\/p>\n<p>3.2026<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"kentucky\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Kentucky<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/bsw.ky.gov\/Pages\/Licensure.aspx\">Kentucky\u00a0Board of Social Work<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Certified Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"louisiana\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Louisiana<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.labswe.org\/page\/licensee-info\">Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Certified Social Worker\/Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"maine\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Maine<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/pfr\/professionallicensing\/professions\/social_workers\/index.html\">Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<br \/>\nYes,\u202fLicensed Master Social Worker, Conditional Clinical (LMSW, Conditional Clinical)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>BU electives required for licensure:<\/u><\/p>\n<p>HB723 Adult Psychopathology<\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<br \/>\nPlease be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>7.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"maryland\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Maryland<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.maryland.gov\/bswe\/Pages\/default.aspx\">Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"massachusetts\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/#topstateauthorizations\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Massachusetts<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mass.gov\/orgs\/board-of-registration-of-social-workers\">Massachusetts\u2019 Board of Registration of Social Workers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. Also, applicants will be required to complete training on domestic and sexual violence approved by the state board. Applicants may\u202f access information about the training here: <span><a href=\"https:\/\/chapter260training.org\/courses\/training\/\">Training for Licensed Professionals to Meet Chapter 260 Requirements (chapter260training.org)<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>12.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"michigan\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Michigan<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/lara\/0,4601,7-154-72600_72603_27529_27554---,00.html\">Michigan Board of Social Work<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Limited Licensed Master\u2019s Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Michigan Board of Social Work requires applicants to complete trainings related to human trafficking and implicit bias.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>7.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Minnesota<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mn.gov\/boards\/social-work\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Minnesota Board of Social Work<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Graduate Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Exams\/ Trainings\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Subsequent Levels of Licensure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Minnesota Board of Social Work requires applicants for the Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)\u202flicense to complete the following number of credit hours in these content areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Differential diagnosis and biopsychosocial assessment, including normative development and psychopathology across the lifespan (108)<\/li>\n<li>Assessment-based clinical treatment planning with measurable goals (36)<\/li>\n<li>Clinical intervention methods informed by research and current standards of practice (108)<\/li>\n<li>Evaluation methodologies (18)<\/li>\n<li>Social Work values and ethics, including cultural context, diversity, and social policy (72)<\/li>\n<li>Culturally specific clinical assessment and intervention (18)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These content area requirements can be met by the BUSSW course requirements and by taking HB723 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Adults or HB727 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Children. Please work with your academic advisor to determine which course(s) may satisfy the additional coursework requirements.<\/p>\n<p>12.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"mississippi\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Mississippi<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swmft.ms.gov\/social-work-forms-and-licensing-information\">Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage &amp; Family Therapists<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams\/ Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"missouri\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Missouri<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pr.mo.gov\/socialworkers.asp\">The Missouri Division of Professional Registration<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Coursework<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Evidence of completion of two(2) hours of suicide prevention training taken within the last 2 years.\u00a0BUSSW curriculum covers this material, please consult with your Student Services Administrator (SSA) about timing of courses and licensure application.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>3.2026<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Montana<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov\/bbh\">Montana Board of Behavioral Health<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, License Clinical Social Worker Candidate (SWLC)<br \/>\nYes, Licensed Masters Social Worker Candidate (non-clinical)\u202f(SWLM)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>3.2026<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"nebraska\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Nebraska<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>In order to be licensed as\u00a0a <strong>Provisional Mental Health Practitioner (PMHP) with a<\/strong> <strong>Provisional Certification as a Master Social Worker (PCMSW)<\/strong>\u00a0or certified as a<strong> Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW)<\/strong> in the state of Nebraska, the <a href=\"http:\/\/dhhs.ne.gov\/licensure\/Pages\/Mental-Health-and-Social-Work-Practice.aspx\">Nebraska Board of Mental Health Practice<\/a>\u00a0requires that applicants possess a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Applicants interested in practicing clinical social work should pursue the <strong>PMHP license with a PCMSW<\/strong><strong>. Applicants interested in practicing macro social work should pursue the <\/strong><strong>CMSW.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Boston University School of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and the Master of Social Work program does meet the academic degree requirements to apply for the <strong>Provisional Mental Health Practitioner (PMHP) license with a<\/strong> <strong>Provisional Certification as a Master Social Worker (PCMSW) <\/strong><strong>and the<\/strong> <strong>Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW) <\/strong><strong>licensing exam<\/strong> in Nebraska.\u00a0Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend that you contact the state\u2019s social work licensing board to determine any other requirements for licensure. Other requirements may include, but are not limited to, additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, and other requirements. It is important that you be aware of all such requirements and that you plan accordingly.<\/p>\n<p>3.2023<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"nevada\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Nevada<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/socwork.nv.gov\/\">Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master\u00a0Social Worker\u00a0(LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"newhampshire\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">New Hampshire<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oplc.nh.gov\/board-mental-health-practice\">New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Independent Clinical Social Worker<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>New Hampshire does not offer an initial license for Clinical Social Work practice, only the Independent Clinical Social Worker license. Applicants must complete at least 2 years of postgraduate experience and accumulate at least 3,000 hours of paid clinical experience under a Board-approved supervisor&#8217;s supervision to be eligible for licensure. More information can be found on the Board\u2019s website.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>7.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"newjersey\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">New Jersey<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.njconsumeraffairs.gov\/sw\">New Jersey\u00a0State Board of Social Work<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"newmexico\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">New Mexico<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rld.state.nm.us\/boards\/social_work.aspx\">New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applicants will be required to complete a course on New Mexico cultures from a provider approved by the Board. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rld.nm.gov\/boards-and-commissions\/individual-boards-and-commissions\/social-work-examiners\/licensing-registration-and-renewal\/\">Information about which can be found on the state board\u2019s website.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Applicants must show proof of passing the jurisprudence examination with a grade of no less than seventy percent. The link to the jurisprudence exam is in the licensure application.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>3.2026<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"newyork\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">New York<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.op.nysed.gov\/licensed-master-social-worker\">New York Office of the Professions<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. Additionally, applicants must complete the required course or training in the identification and reporting of child abuse offered by a New York State approved provider. Applicants may\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.op.nysed.gov\/about\/training-continuing-education\/child-abuse-identification-reporting\">go here for information on approved providers in New York State.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"northcarolina\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">North Carolina<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ncswboard.gov\/certification\/\">North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensing Board<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate\u202f(LCSWA)<br \/>\nYes, Certified Master Social Worker\u202f(CMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam for the CMSW license. There is no examination requirement for the LCSWA license.&gt;<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"northdakota\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">North Dakota<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ndbswe.com\/\">North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"ohio\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Ohio<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cswmft.ohio.gov\/\">Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Social Worker (LSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. Additionally, applicants are required to watch a video on Ohio Laws and Ethics. This video is available for free through the Board\u2019s website.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"oklahoma\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Oklahoma<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ok.gov\/socialworkers\/\">Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master\u2019s Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"oregon\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Oregon<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregon.gov\/blsw\/Pages\/LicenseDescriptions.aspx\">Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed\u202fMaster of Social Work\u202f(LMSW)<br \/>\nYes, Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required for the LMSW. Also, Oregon requires that applicants pass the Oregon Rules and Laws Exam, together with Oregon\u2019s Rules and Statutes, which are both open book self-tests. There are no examination requirements for the CSWA license.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>7.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a id=\"pennsylvania\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Pennsylvania<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dos.pa.gov\/ProfessionalLicensing\/BoardsCommissions\/SocialWorkersMarriageanFamilyTherapistsandProfessionalCounselors\/Pages\/default.aspx\">Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Social Worker\u202f(LSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. Applicants will also be required to complete 3 hours of training on the topic of child abuse recognition and reporting from a provider approved by the Department of Human Services (DHS). Applicants may <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dos.pa.gov\/ProfessionalLicensing\/BoardsCommissions\/Pages\/Act-31.aspx\">go here for a list of approved child abuse education providers in Pennsylvania<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"rhodeisland\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">\u00a0Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Rhode Island<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.health.ri.gov\/licenses\/detail.php?id=245\">Rhode Island Department of Health<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a id=\"southcarolina\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">South Carolina<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/llr.sc.gov\/sw\/licensure.aspx\">South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, License Master Social Worker (LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Subsequent Levels of Licensure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All License Independent Social Work, Clinical Practice (LISW &#8211; CP) applicants must have at least forty-five(45) academic contact hours each of psychopathology and psychodiagnostics.<\/p>\n<p>3.2026<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a id=\"southdakota\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">South Dakota<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dss.sd.gov\/licensingboards\/socialwork\/social.aspx\">South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Certified Social Worker\u00a0(CSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a id=\"tennessee\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Tennessee<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tn.gov\/health\/health-program-areas\/health-professional-boards\/sw-board.html\">Tennessee Department of Health Board of Social Workers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker\u00a0(LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a id=\"texas\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Texas<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhec.texas.gov\/texas-state-board-of-social-worker-examiners\/index.html\">Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker\u202f(LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. The Texas Jurisprudence Examination is also required\u00a0for licensure. Applicants must register and pay for the exam on the Board\u2019s website. The exam is a \u201cno fail\u201d format and must be completed prior to submitting an application for licensure.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Utah<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dopl.utah.gov\/soc\/index.html\">Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Certified Social Worker\u202f(CSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The state of Utah requires applicants to complete a 2-hour training related to suicide prevention. More information on the training requirement can be found on the state board\u2019s website.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>7.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Vermont<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sos.vermont.gov\/social-workers\">Vermont Secretary of State<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master\u2019s Social Worker\u202f(LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. Additionally, applicants are required to pass the Vermont Jurisprudence Exam. The jurisprudence exam is an open book test submitted with the application for licensure.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a id=\"virginia\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Virginia<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dhp.virginia.gov\/Boards\/SocialWork\/\">Virginia Department of Health Professionals<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Master Social Worker\u202f(LMSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Subsequent Level of Licensure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Note, for those who plan to later apply for the <strong>Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)<\/strong> license: The state of Virginia requires that the applicant\u2019s field placement\/ practicum supervisor holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license or holds a masters or doctorate degree in social work with a minimum of 3 years of experience in clinical social work services after earning a graduate degree. Please coordinate with the Field Education Department to ensure your advanced field placement meets this requirement.\u202fAdditionally, applicants must take a psychopathology course (HB723 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Adults or HB727 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Children) to become licensed.<\/p>\n<p>12.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a id=\"washington\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Washington<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doh.wa.gov\/LicensesPermitsandCertificates\/ProfessionsNewReneworUpdate\/SocialWorker\">Washington State Department of Health<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Advanced Social Worker Associate<\/p>\n<p>Yes, Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 180px; text-align: right;\"><a id=\"westvirginia\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">West Virginia<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wvsocialworkboard.org\/\">West Virginia Board of Social Work<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>6.2024<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"wisconsin\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Wisconsin<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dsps.wi.gov\/Pages\/BoardsCouncils\/MPSW\/Default.aspx\">Wisconsin Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling, and Social Work Examining Board<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Advanced Practice Social Worker\u202f(APSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">BU electives required for licensure:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>HB723 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Adults or<\/p>\n<p>HB727 Assessment and Differential Diagnosis with Children<\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The Association of Social Work Boards Masters Exam is required. The state of Wisconsin requires candidates to pass the Wisconsin Statutes and Rules Examination. The exam is available online and is an open book format. Applicants have the option of taking the exam prior to graduation.<\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p>12.2024<br \/>\n<a id=\"wyoming\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Wyoming<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Link to the State Board website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealth.wyo.gov\/professionals-1\/forms\">Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the BU MSW program meet the academic requirements for state licensure?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, Provisional Clinical Social Worker (PCSW)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exams \/Trainings<\/u><\/p>\n<p>Please be aware that some states may require additional coursework and\/or training for higher levels of licensing.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">12.2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/state-authorization\/master-of-social-work-licensing-disclosure\">Back to Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Boston University offers a number of programs that lead to a professional license or certification.\u00a0\u00a0 Provided below is state-specific licensure information regarding Boston University School of Social Work&#8217;s Master of Social Work program. Please note that Boston University\u2019s School of Social Work does not guarantee any licensing board decisions about individual qualifications. 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