Agencies
Services
Social Work
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Social Worker, Licensed
- Clinical Social Worker, Licensed - Renewal Available!
- Social Worker CE Sponsor
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 professions 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
- Licensed Social Worker Requirements for License
- Licensed Social Worker Online Application
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker Requirements for License
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker Online License Application
- 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
