Model Law for Social Work Licensure

The Model Law for Social Work Licensure provides a standard framework to regulate and license professional social workers across states. It sets clear requirements for education, experience, and ethics to ensure competent and ethical practice. The law aims to protect the public by ensuring social workers meet consistent professional standards, simplifies licensing processes across jurisdictions, and promotes mobility for licensed practitioners. Essentially, it serves as a blueprint helping states create or update their laws so social workers are well-trained, accountable, and able to serve communities effectively.