Agencies
Services
Social Work
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Social Worker, Licensed - Renewal Available!
- Clinical Social Worker, Licensed - Renewal Available!
- Social Worker CE Sponsor - Renewal Available!
NOTICE: IDFPR Introduces New Online Licensing System!
On October 30, 2024, IDFPR launched CORE, a new online system for professionals to apply for licensure in Illinois.
New applications for Social Work Continuing Education Sponsor are now available in CORE.
Access CORE and learn more about the new system by going here.
License Information
Online Renewal & Instructions
- Online Renewal Instructions
- Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update. - NOTE: If an applicant misses the renewal window and the online portal does not allow you to renew after it concludes, you must reinstate their license by requesting a Reinstatement application from IDFPR.
Notices
- LCSW Automatic Exam Approval
- LCSW Exam Alternative IL Public Act 103-433
- 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
Licensee Application Forms
- Applications for Licensed Social Worker (150) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (149) licenses may now be completed online. Create an account on IDFPR’s online portal, select the applications, and complete and submit them to the Department! Find helpful checklists for completing your application here.
- VE-SW form (version 2024)
- Social Work Continuing Education Sponsor Requirements for Licensure
- Social Work - Continuing Education Sponsor
- Social Work - Out-of-State Continuing Education Program Approval
- Petition for Review of Permanent Denial/Revocation
- Petition For Restoration From Discipline
- Petition for Hearing
