Social Workers

- New Information (Proposed Regulations, news releases, laws, processes and procedures)
- Advisory Committee Members
- General Information
- Basic License Requirements
- Clinical Supervision
- Forms
- How to Apply
- Renewal Information
- Fees
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Statutes and Regulations Covering Social Work in Kansas
- Unprofessional Conduct Regulation

New Information

Proposed Regulation

Out-Of-State Temporary Permit

This permit should be used by Out-Of-State Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Workers who wish to provide services in the State of Kansas or for the residents of Kansas, for a limited amount of time.   This permit is found in Forms.  

AG Opinions

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Advisory Committee Members

- View the Advisory Committee Memebers

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General information

- There are currently 41 Social Workers licensed at the Associates level, 1972 at the Bachelors level, 2581 at the Masters level, and 1763 at the Clinical Level in Kansas.
License Statistics by County,
List of LASW active licensees business addresses only,
List of LBSW active licensees business addresses only,
List of LMSW active licensees business address only,
List of LSCSW active licensees business address only

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Basic Licensure requirements

Licensed Bachelor Social Worker

- Bachelors degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program or meets the requirements of K.A.R. 102-2-6
- References completed on Board provided forms from at least 2 social workers licensed at or above the Bachelors level, and a third reference from an on-site practicum supervisor (merits public trust)
- Transcript showing degree granted
- Passing the Basic Level competency exam  The ASWB exam is offered daily once registered with the BSRB.

These requirements are an overview of the requirements for licensure at the Bachelors level. Please refer to the regulations for additional clarifying information.

Licensed Master Social Worker

- Masters degree In Social Work from an CSWE accredited program or meets the requirements of K.A.R. 102-2-6
- References completed on Board provided forms from at least 2 social workers licensed at or above the Masters level, and a third reference from an on-site practicum supervisor (merits public trust)

- Transcript showing degree granted
- Passing the Intermediate competency exam  The ASWB exam is offered daily once registered with the BSRB.

These requirements are an overview of the requirements for licensure at the Masters level. Please refer to the regulations for additional clarifying information.

Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker

- Masters degree in Social Work
- References completed on Board provided forms from at least 2 social workers licensed at or above the Clinical level, and a third reference from a work supervisor (merits public trust)
- Transcript showing degree granted
- 4000 hours of post-graduate supervised clinical work experience in a clinical setting with supervisor’s attestation.
- Passing the Clinical competency exam  The ASWB exam is offered daily once registered with the BSRB.

These requirements are an overview of the requirements for licensure at the Clinical level. Please refer to the regulations for additional clarifying information.

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Education for Clinical Supervision

- Questions - (pdf)

Regulations

- 102-2-8 - (pdf)

- 102-2-12 - (pdf)

ATTENTION SUPERVISORS
The following practice exam has been provided by the Board as an aid to help you enhance your supervisory skills.  We encourage you to take the time to complete the exam and use the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the current statutes and regulations for your profession.  The answer key is provided.

- Social Work Supervisory Exam - (pdf)

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Forms

- Download Forms

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How to apply

Application packets can be downloaded at no charge go to "Forms" under the topics list in Social Work.

There is a $10 fee for application packets to be mailed to you. You may request the packets through the Board Office in writing.
Please be specific which packet you are requesting in your letter.

Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board
712 S. Kansas Ave,
Topeka, KS 66603-3817
phone: 785-296-3240
fax: 785-296-3112

Renewal information

- Renew On-Line

You will be required to pay your renewal fee by credit card. If you have any technical difficulties please contact Kansas.gov at 1-800-452-6727.

Licenses are issued for a 2-year period, and expire on the last day of the month. Renewal notices are sent to the last address on file with the Board, and are sent approximately 90 days prior to expiration of the license.  Renewals will not be processed prior to 90 days of the license expiration date. The notices are a courtesy to licensees, but the responsibility to renew licenses on time remains with the licensee.

All renewals require 40 hours of continuing education, inclusive of 3 hours of ethics and for masters and clinical levels, 6 hours of diagnosis and treatment, earned in the 2 years preceding renewal expiration date.

Click here for FAQ's regarding Social Work Safety Awareness information.

Social Work CEU Providers you can apply for pre-approval if you wish

- CEU Provider Application - (pdf)

LBSW, LMSW, LSCSW Application - $100

Exam fee (paid directly to the exam company) - $230 for BSW & MSW, $260 for Clinical

Temporary License - $50 (6 months)

Original Issue - LBSW $100, LMSW & LSCSW - $150

LASW, LBSW Renewal - $100,  LMSW - $125,   LSCSW - $150

Reinstatement (LASW, LBSW) - $200, (LMSW ) - $250,  (LSCSW) - $300

Duplicate License - $20

Billfold card replacement - $2

Verification of licensure/registration fee is $5 per credential

Duplication - set up fee $5.00 plus $.25 per page.

Frequently Asked Questions

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You may request a paper copy of the Statutes, Rules and Regulations from the Board office 785-296-3240 for a $5.00 fee.

- Downloadable Statutes & Regulations Book

- Statutes regarding Confidentiality - (pdf)