Social Work Licensure -
It's the Law

New Social Work Rules
The new social work rules took effect on June 24, 2005. To view the complete Adminstrative Rules, go to www.michigan.gov/healthlicense and choose:

• Social Worker
• Administrative Rules

For the Chapter's synopsis of the Rules, see Administrative Rules under Hot Topics.

For the Chapter's synopsis of Public Act 61, see Summary of Public Act 61 under Hot Topics.

(Note: Each "Hot Topic" item explains the law and the rules for that item.)

To download and print licensure application forms
Go to www.michigan.gov/healthlicense and choose:

• Social Worker
• Forms and Applications box

(Note: Limited License applications can be found in the Master’s Social Worker and Bachelor’s Social Worker License application packets.)

Not Qualified for Full Licensure?
BSWs and MSWs who do not qualify for full licensure (e.g., have not completed the 4,000 hours of required work experience or have not taken the exam) should apply for the Limited Licensed Bachelor Social Worker or Limited Licensed Master Social Worker credentials. These limited licenses will allow you to perform the duties of LBSWs and LMSWs under supervision until you qualify for full licensure. Further, work experience earned by an individual after September 1, 2005, must be done under a limited license for it to count towards full licensure.

Additional Questions Regarding Your License?
Contact: The Department of Community Health, Bureau of Health Professions
517.335.0918
www.michigan.gov/healthlicense