Licensure In Maryland

Can NASW-MD approve my licensure in Maryland?

NASW-MD is not responsible for the licensing process for social workers.

Where do I go to become licensed in Maryland?

The Board of Social Work Examiners regulates the practice of Social Work in the state of Maryland. The BSWE is a state agency under the administration of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Where is the BSWE located?

Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners.
4201 Patterson Ave. Baltimore, Maryland 21215

How can I contact the BSWE?

Phone: 410-764-4788
Fax: 410-358-2469
Toll Free: 1-877-526-2541
TDD: 1-800-542-4964
mdh.socialwork@maryland.gov

For Technical Assistance: help.socialwork@maryland.gov

http://dhmh.maryland.gov/bswe


BSWE staff: https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/Pages/StaffMembers.aspx

What are the CEU requirements for licensure requirements in Maryland?


The current continuing education requirement is to complete 40 (30 for LBSW's) continuing education units (CEUs) in programs and categories approved by the Board for each two-year period of licensure.

Category I credit can only be provided by Board Authorized Sponsors.

The Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners accepts continuing education units offered by Association of Social Work Boards, National Association of Social Workers, and Board Authorized Sponsors. Not only must the continuing education sponsor be approved, but the content must meet the Board's continuing education regulations (COMAR 10.42.06). The objectives of the continuing education requirements include: maintenance and enhancement of professional competence, ongoing improvement of professional skills and knowledge, and enrichment of social work services provided to the citizens of Maryland.
For more detailed CEU requirement information, please see the BSWE website CEU page

How do I know what I need to become licensed?


You can find a checklist and the application on the BSWE website:
Social Work Licensure in Maryland

What are the types of Licensures in Maryland?

    There are three license types in Maryland:

    • LBSW- Licensed Bachelor Social Worker – BSW
    • LMSW- Licensed Masters Social Worker – MSW
    • LCSW-C–Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical-MSW/LMSW *plus at least 2 years of clinical SW experience under the supervision of a LCSW-C
What are the types of applications?

    There are three license types in Maryland:

    • Application by Examination
    • Application by Endorsement
    • Reactivation / Reinstatement
    • Re-Licensure