Change Coming for LSW Licensure
Following the changes of Public Act 102-0326, starting January 1, 2022, a licensing examination will no longer be required for licensure as an Illinois Licensed Social Worker (LSW). At that time, new LSW applicants will not be required to complete ASWB’s Masters examination prior to licensure, and IDFPR will begin to issue LSW licenses to individuals who have applied to IDFPR and have documented meeting all other requirements for LSW licensure. IDFPR will continue to provide exam approval for qualified applicants until November 30, 2021.
Social Work Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Social Worker, Licensed
- Clinical Social Worker, Licensed
- Social Worker CE Sponsor
License Information
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General License Instructions
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Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update.
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October 20, 2021 | Variance | Extending November 30, 2021 Renewal Deadline for Social Workers and Clinical Social Workers to February 28, 2022
October 20, 2021 | Variance | Extending November 30, 2021 Renewal Deadline for Social Worker CE Sponsors to February 28, 2022
Effective January 1, 2017, previously barred health care workers and first time applicants may become eligible for a license. Under the Department’s new process, a health care worker who was permanently revoked or denied due to a forcible felony may file a Petition for Review, which is currently available on the Department’s website. The review process does not apply to a forcible felony requiring registration under the Sex Offender Registration Act, involuntary sexual servitude of a minor, or a criminal battery against any patient in the course of patient care or treatment that is a forcible felony. Information about applying for licensure are available on the Department's website.
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