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1) Key Vermont Social Work Licensure Renewal Dates
Credentials and Licenses
In Vermont, there are two primary licenses for Social Workers:
- Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW)
- Education: Must hold a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) or a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
- Examinations: Must pass the ASWB Master’s exam and the Vermont Social Worker Jurisprudence Exam.
- Application Fee: $100
- Exam Fee: $230 for the ASWB Master’s exam
- License Renewal: Every two years with 20 continuing education units (CEUs), including 1.5 hours in ethics.
- Renewal Fee: $125
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
- Education: Must hold an MSW or DSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
- Experience: Must complete 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience over at least two years.
- Examinations: Must pass the ASWB Clinical exam and the Vermont Social Worker Jurisprudence Exam.
- Application Fee: $100
- Exam Fee: $260 for the ASWB Clinical exam
- License Renewal: Every two years with 20 CEUs, including 1.5 hours in ethics.
- Renewal Fee: $125
Licensure Renewal Details and Costs
Licenses must be renewed every two years by the last day of the licensee’s birth month. For both LMSW and LICSW, practitioners are required to complete 20 hours of continuing education (CEUs) within each renewal period, including 1.5 hours focused on ethics. The renewal fee for both licenses is $125.
Additional Details
- Jurisprudence Exam: This state-specific exam contains 20 multiple-choice questions on the rules and regulations for Social Workers in Vermont. Applicants must correctly answer at least 70% of the questions to pass. If failed, incorrect answers can be revised and resubmitted.
- Supervision Requirements for LICSW: A minimum of 75 hours of supervision at a ratio of 1 hour of supervision for every 40 hours of practice, with at least 50% of the supervision being individual.
For more detailed information and to apply for licensure, you can visit the Vermont Secretary of State Office of Professional Regulation.
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2) Vermont Social Work Continuing Education Requirements
To maintain licensure, both Licensed Master’s Social Workers (LMSWs) and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers (LICSWs) in Vermont are required to complete continuing education units (CEUs) every renewal period.
General Requirements
- Total CEUs: 20 hours of continuing education every two years.
- Ethics Training: At least 1.5 hours must be dedicated to ethics.
Specifics
- Approved CEUs: Continuing education activities must be relevant to Social Work practice and may include workshops, seminars, conferences, online courses, and other educational activities.
- Documentation: Social Workers must maintain records of their continuing education activities, including certificates of completion, for at least four years. Documentation should include the date, provider, content, and number of hours of each activity.
- Providers: CEUs must be provided by organizations and institutions that are recognized or approved by the Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) or the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) like Agents of Change Continuing Education.
Additional Information
- Self-Study: Limited hours of self-study programs may be accepted, but they must also be approved and relevant to Social Work practice.
- Carry-Over Credits: Excess CEUs completed during one renewal period may not be carried over to the next.
Regulatory Sources
For more detailed information on continuing education requirements and approved providers, you can visit the Vermont Secretary of State Office of Professional Regulation’s Social Workers section and review the continuing education guidelines provided by the Vermont Secretary of State Office of Professional Regulation.
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3) FAQs – Vermont Social Work Licensure Renewal and CEUs
Q: What are the educational requirements for becoming a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Vermont?
A: To become a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Vermont, you must hold a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) or a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
In addition to the degree, you must complete 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience over a minimum of two years and pass the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Clinical exam as well as the Vermont Social Worker Jurisprudence Exam (Vermont Secretary of State).
Q: What are the steps to renew my Social Work license in Vermont, and what are the continuing education requirements?
A: To renew your Social Work license in Vermont, you must complete the following steps:
- Submit Renewal Application: Complete the renewal application through the Office of Professional Regulation’s online system.
- Pay Renewal Fee: The renewal fee for both LMSW and LICSW is $125.
- Complete Continuing Education Units (CEUs): You must complete 20 hours of CEUs every two years, including at least 1.5 hours of ethics training.
- Maintain Documentation: Keep records of all continuing education activities for at least four years, including certificates of completion, dates, providers, and content of each activity.
Q: What should I do if I do not pass the Vermont Social Worker Jurisprudence Exam on the first attempt?
A: If you do not pass the Vermont Social Worker Jurisprudence Exam on the first attempt, you are allowed to revise any incorrect answers and resubmit the exam.
The jurisprudence exam consists of 20 multiple-choice questions covering the rules and regulations for social workers in Vermont, and you must correctly answer at least 70% of the questions to pass. This exam ensures that all Social Workers understand the legal and ethical guidelines governing their practice in the state.
Resources for CE: Agents of Change Continuing Education offers over 150 courses that meet Vermont’s CE requirements. Regulatory boards have the final say on courses accepted for continuing education credit.