California Social Work License

There is only one social work license in California, a LCSW, which requires an
MSW from an accredited social work program. **California does not require
a license to be employed as a social worker.

CA LCSW License Process After Jan 1, 2016

• Steps to a CA LCSW for MSW Applicants (PDF)
• Steps to a CA LCSW for Out-of-State LCSWs (PDF)
• Article: Basics of LCSW Exam Eligibility and Prep (PDF)

California Licensing Board (BBS)

• Jan 2016 BBS Newsletter (Explains New Exams)
• Subscribe to BBS Automated Alerts
• Renew License or Registration Online
• View BBS Staff Directory
• ASW/LCSW Forms and Publications

NASW-CA Chapter CE Courses

• Online Courses
• Live CE Events

Changes to CE Regulations

Many changes were made to the CE
regulations, including the BBS recognized
CE Approval Programs.

July 2015 Changes to CE Regulations

NASW National CE Approval Program

NASW-CA Customer Service

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