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1) Key Delaware Social Work Licensure Renewal Dates
Agents of Change Continuing Education offers Unlimited Access to 150+ CE courses for one low annual fee to meet Delaware’s requirements for Continuing Education credits.
2) Delaware Social Work Continuing Education Requirements
Agents of Change Continuing Education is a great way to meet Delaware’s CE requirements and track your completed CEUs, with over 150 courses that meet these requirements!
Agents of Change, #1919, is approved as an ACE provider to offer Social Work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit.
3) FAQs – Delaware Social Work Licensure Renewal and CEUs
Q: What are the continuing education requirements for Social Workers in Delaware?
A: Social Workers in Delaware must complete continuing education (CE) hours every two years to maintain their licensure. The specific requirements vary by licensure level:
- Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW): 20 hours of CE, including 6 hours of ethics and 1 hour of mandatory reporting training.
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW): 30 hours of CE, including 6 hours of ethics and 1 hour of mandatory reporting training.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW): 40 hours of CE, including 6 hours of ethics and 1 hour of mandatory reporting training.
Licensees must attest to completing these hours during the renewal process and keep documentation for at least five years in case of an audit.
Q: How often do Social Work licenses need to be renewed in Delaware, and what is the process?
A: Social Work licenses in Delaware must be renewed every two years, with all licenses expiring on January 31 of odd-numbered years (e.g., 2023, 2025). The renewal process involves:
- Receiving a renewal notice via email a few months before the expiration date.
- Accessing and completing the online renewal application through the DELPROS system.
- Attesting to having completed the required continuing education units (CEUs).
- Paying the renewal fee using a credit card.
It’s essential to keep contact information updated to ensure receipt of renewal notices. Late renewals can be submitted within one year of the expiration date, but a late fee will apply. If the license is not renewed within one year, it will terminate, and the individual must reapply as a new applicant.
Q: What are the steps to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Delaware?
A: To become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Delaware, follow these steps:
- Education: Obtain a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
- Supervised Experience: Complete 3,200 hours of post-degree supervised clinical experience over at least two years, with at least 1,600 hours under an LCSW’s supervision.
- Application: Submit an application for licensure along with required documentation, including a Supervisory Reference Form and proof of attempts to secure LCSW supervision if needed. A criminal background check is also required.
- Examination: Register for and pass the ASWB Clinical exam.
- Licensure: Upon passing the exam, the Board will issue the LCSW license, allowing you to practice clinical Social Work in Delaware without supervision.
Resources for CE: Agents of Change Continuing Education offers over 150 courses that meet Delaware’s CE requirements. Regulatory boards have the final say on courses accepted for continuing education credit.