To meet the qualifications to become a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the state of Kentucky, an applicant must attain Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) or Master's of Science in Social Work (MSSW) program approved by the Council on Social Work Education. Once the degree is conferred the applicant must apply through the Kentucky Social Work Board for licensure examination. Once the test is passed the license will be issued for a period of 3 years, renewals require professional development and a renewal application.
To meet the qualifications to become a Certified Social Worker (CSW) in the state of Kentucky, an applicant must attain Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) program approved by the Council on Social Work Education. Once the degree is conferred the applicant must apply through the Kentucky Social Work Board for licensure examination. Once the test is passed the license will be issued for a period of 3 years, renewals require professional development and a renewal application.
To meet the qualifications to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Kentucky, an applicant must be a Certified Social Worker. LCSW applicants require supervision and at least two years of post graduate work experience which must be applied through the Kentucky Social Work Board. Only after supervision is complete will the applicant be granted permission to test. Once the test is passed the license will be issued for a period of 3 years, renewals require professional development and a renewal application.