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Thank you for your interest in Georgia licensure for social workers. In Georgia, a social worker can apply for licensure as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). A copy of the rules (Chapter 135, Requirements for Licensure Chapter 135.5-.03 of the Rules - LMSW and Chapter 135.5-.04 of the Rules - LCSW will assist you in determining the right license for your situation. You can obtain a copy for a nominal fee by calling or writing the Composite Board or free of charge by going online to their web site. The following are the ways to contact the Board:
Composite Board-Social Work
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon GA 31217-3858
Phone # (478) 207-2440
www.sos.state.ga.us
Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists
Links
Georgia Composite Board-Social Work: www.sos.state.ga.us
general information for social workers
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/counselors/default.htm
candidate information bulletin
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/acrobat/examboards/Counselors/LPC/cib_licensure_exam.pdf
download forms
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/counselors/download_forms.htm
application for licensure - general instructions
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/acrobat/examboards/Counselors/APC/licensure_general_instruct.pdf
fee schedule
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/acrobat/examboards/counselors/fee_schedule_2002.pdf
Association of Social Work Boads (ASWB):http://www.aswb.org
ASWB exam information
http://www.aswb.org/exam_info.shtml
ASWB exam registration
http://www.aswb.org/exam_reg.shtml
ASWB candidate handbook
http://www.aswb.org/pdfs/handbook.pdf
*ASWB will only register candidates to take one of the Association examinations who have applied to a member board for social work licensure, submitted themselves to the legal jurisdiction of the member board, and have been approved to take a specific category of examination by such member board. Therefore, for both the Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) processes, applicants must begin by submitting all necessary forms and materials to the Composite Board. The Composite Board will then advise ASWB of the names of the applicants who are approved t take the exam. Scores are sent directly to the Composite Board and applications will be approved for licensure once all requirements have been met.
Georgia CE Requirements:
5 ethics hours, 15 core hours, 15 related or core hours (total = 35 hours) per 2-year cycle.
Continuing education information is addressed in Chapter 135.9 of the Rules.
NASW-GA continuing education approvals
NASW National continuing education approvals
Supervision is addressed in the rules for licensure
(LMSW: Chapter 135.5-.03 of the Rules; and LCSW: Chapter 135.5-.04 of the Rules).
Click Supervision and the Clinical Social Worker to review the June 2003 Practice Update from NASW.
Licensure Updates
Rule change alert: Documentation by both Social Work supervisors and supervisees, is now required by the Social Work Standards Committee of the Georgia Composite Board. If you are working toward your LCSW or supervising such social workers, you must assure these records are being kept.
This rule can be found on the Secretary of State’s web site (www.sos.georiga.gov/plb/counselors) by going to the Rules section and finding 135-5-.04 Clinical Social Workers. (2) Licensure Process #5. In full the rule is:
Both supervisors and supervisees are required to maintain a contemporaneous record of the date, duration, type (individual, paired, or group), and a brief summary of the pertinent activity for each supervision session to be submitted to the Board upon request. If there are any discrepancies in hours, contemporaneous documentation of supervision will be requested.
If you have not initiated this practice as either the supervisor or supervisee, do so immediately! A suggested method of documentation is for both parties to maintain a spiral notebook with chronological documentation. It is also suggested that each party assure the other is maintaining the documentation after each supervisory session.
Direction and Supervision Suggestions: Two additional suggestions are made to those working toward the LCSW and are changing positions. First, request the completion of Form B (Social Work Directed Experience Verification Form) by your employer or administrative superior who provided administrative oversight of your work before you leave. Second, request the completion of From C (Social Work Supervision Verification Form) by your clinical supervisor if this is changing. In smaller agencies this may be the same person, but both forms must be completed.
By securing these forms before you start the LCSW application process, you will save yourself the possible frustrations associated with finding former supervisors and administrators, in addition to your valuable time and energy. Additionally, you will have ample time to check the accuracy of both forms and resolve any differences.
Licensure renewal —PLAN NOW!
1. Make sure your CE records are up-to-date. Review your records early! This will allow you ample time to find either live or on-line opportunities to fulfill your continuing education requirements. When reviewing your continuing education certificates, make sure you have at least met the minimum requirements for renewal. Remember, during each two year cycle social workers need:
· At least 15 hours approved for core continuing education
· No more than 15 hours of related continuing education
· At least 5 hours of approved continuing education in ethics
2. Don’t forget your local, state and national NASW resources for continuing education.
· Most of NASW’s geographic units offer no or low cost CE opportunities
· The Chapter Educational Center is hosting numerous workshops between now and June 30 for a nominal fee
· The National website often offers a few free CE courses
· The Chapter website lists all CE programs which have been approved by NASW-GA for continuing education hours
· Our partner, yourceus.com, offers a wide variety of on-line courses for a nominal fee
There are many opportunities open to you. Don’t get caught short!!
Masters Examination Study Guide |
Masters Examination Study Guide NASW-GA, in partnership with Ventajas, LLC, has a limited number of Social Work Licensure Master's Examination Study Guides available for $65 (if picked up at the Chapter Office) or $65 + mailing fee (if mailed from the Chapter Office) for students and those intending to take the LMSW exam. The guide contains a comprehensive practice exam, targeted content, and exam taking strategies.
The need for additional licensed social workers is evident throughout the state. At the same time, there are an increasing number of applications for the LCSW being denied by the Composite Board's Social Work Standards Committee because of issues related to supervision. In response to this, Composite Board member Helen Coale wrote a series of seven articles about supervision for the NASW-GA newsletter.
Licensure
Supervision
Some Brief Tips from Your Licensing Board's Social Work Standards Committee
Focus on LCSW Supervisors: Standard of Care Issues
Power and Control Issues in Supervision
Power and Control Issues in Supervision, Part 2
Red Flags in Supervision: Overfunctioning and Underfunctioning
Red Flags for Dangerous Secrets in Supervision
The "Good Enough" Supervisor
Complete Set of Articles 1-7
Composite Board - Social Work:
www.sos.state.ga.us
general information for social workers
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/counselors/default.htm
candidate information bulletin
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/acrobat/examboards/Counselors/LPC/cib_licensure_exam.pdf
download forms
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/counselors/download_forms.htm
application for licensure - general instructions
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/acrobat/examboards/Counselors/APC/licensure_general_instruct.pdf
fee schedule
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/acrobat/examboards/counselors/fee_schedule_2002.pdff
*ASWB exam for social work licensure:
http://www.aswb.org
ASWB exam information
http://www.aswb.org/exam_info.shtml
ASWB licensing requirements
http://www.aswb.org/lic_req.shtml
ASWB exam registration
http://www.aswb.org/exam_reg.shtml
ASWB candidate handbook (ASWB Social Work Licensing Examinations 2005-2006)
http://www.aswb.org/handbook.pdf
*ASWB will only register candidates to take one of the Associaton examinations who have applied to a member board for social work licensure, submitted themselves to the legal jurisdiction of the member board, and have been approved to take a specific category of examination by such member board. Therefore, for both the Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) processes in Georgia, applicants must begin by submitting all necessary forms and materials to the Composite Board. The Composite Board will then advise ASWB of the names of the applicants who are approved t take the exam. Scores are sent directly to the Compsite Board and applications will be approved for licensure once all requirements have been met.
- Ventajas offers educational materials and licensure examination preparation seminars in Georgia and other states. Contact Dr. Jackie Pray for information on Ventajas licensure exam seminars offered in Georgia.
- Social Work Examination Services (SWES) includes complete listing of state social work licensing boards and how to contact them, as well as general licensing information.
- Association for Advanced Training in the Behavioral Sciences offers educational materials for the National Social Work Examination; site offers sample licensing exam questions and other resources for social workers and mental health professionals.
- Licensing ExAm Preparation (LEAP) Licensing ExAm Preparation for the Masters, Advanced Generalist and Clinical level of the ASWB Social Work Exam. Comprehensive Study Guide, Practice Questions Packet, and preparation course available. Materials developed by well-known industry experts. We offer discounts for NASW members. See us online at www.LicensingPrep.com or call toll free 877.677.LEAP
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