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Registration Requirements:

SWA - Must have at least an associates degree in "social service technology" from an accredited educational institution.


An official transcript showing conferred degree(s) must be sent directly from the school to the Board office verifying your degree and all coursework. (Please see rule 4757-19-03). Student copies are not acceptable.

Forms:
- Social Work/Licensing Exam Info
- Social Work Assistant Application
- Social Work / Independent Social Work Licensure Application
- Social Work Temporary Licensure Application

It takes approximately two to four months to become licensed or registered. Your application, fee, test scores and transcripts must be received by the Board to review your file.