Text Size:   A+ A- A   •   Text Only
Find     
Board of Licensed Social Workers

  • Board of Licensed Social Workers
    rotating images
    The mission of the Board of Licensed Social Workers is to protect the citizens of Oregon through the licensing and regulation of Social Workers.
    Read more...
Important Information Did You Know?
 
New Laws and Rules
Proposed Draft Legislative Concept for 2013
What's New

 

 

 
 
Online Renewals Now Available!
 
Online renewals are available for LCSWs, CSWAs, LMSWs, and RBSWs. To begin the online renewal process, click here.
New Late Fee for LCSWs
Effective January 1, 2011, the late fee for LCSW renewals is $200. This fee will be applied if a renewal is is postmarked after the renewal date (the last day of your birth month) and before the expiration date (30 days after the last day of your birth month). Renewals postmarked after the expiration date will not be renewed.
 
Mandatory Licensure for Clinical Social Work
As of January 1, 2011, individuals may not practice clinical social work unless the person is licensed or certified by the Board, with few exceptions.
Office Closure
Furlough Closures
The next agency furlough day is May 25, 2012. To view the full list of closed agencies click here
The Board office will be closed on May 28, 2012
in recognition of a state holiday.
Title Protection Act
As of January 1, 2011, new Laws and Statutes require anyone using the title "Social Worker" be licensed or certified with the Board of Licensed Social Workers.