Texas Licensing Basics - cdn.ymaws.com

[Pages:14]Social Work Licensing in Texas

The Basics

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This presentation is designed to give a brief overview for students who are preparing to graduate from a CSWE approved social work program in Texas.

Full information is available at the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners We strongly recommend that you visit the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners website and the Association of Social Work Boards to ensure that you have the most update information.

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Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners Frequently Asked Questions

WHY SHOULD I GET MY LICENSE AS A SOCIAL WORKER IN TEXAS?

Why is licensure required? Social workers are the largest professional group providing mental and social health services to the public. Their actions and decisions frequently have permanent, lifechanging effects on individuals, families, and groups. Because of this, the Texas Legislature determined that the public should be protected from incompetent and unethical social work practices.

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What does the licensure law do?

Chapter 505 of the Occupations Code is the legal recognition of the social work profession in Texas. Provisions for specialty recognition, private practice, and three categories of licensure are included in the law. The law restricts the use of any social work title or designation to those individuals who meet the minimum qualifications and are licensed.

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Must I become licensed?

Licensure is required if you identify yourself as a social worker by using titles or initials that create the impression that you are qualified or authorized to practice social work. This includes using any title containing the words "Social Worker" or initials such as LBSW, or LMSW. The board may impose a civil or administrative penalty of not less then $50.00 or more then $500.00 per day for each day an unlicensed individual holds them- selves out to be a social worker.

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Is anyone exempt from licensure?

You are exempt from licensure if you do not represent yourself to the public - directly or indirectly - as a social worker and do not use any name, title, or designation indicating authorization to practice social work.

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When may I start using the titles and initials that indicate my license?

Once you have paid your licensing fee and been issued a licensed, you may use your license title or initials.

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Am I required to use licensure titles? You are required to indicate your license status by including your license title or initials in all professional uses of your name. This includes, but is not limited to, letters, business cards, and advertising

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