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Continuing Education (CE) for Georgia Social Workers

Attention : Several states and disciplines have relaxed requirements regarding live / in person Continuing Education due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please check with your board to see the most current requirements.

  • Thirty-five (35) clock hours of continuing education every 2 years
  • Minimum of 5 hours of ethics related to specialty. However, ethics cannot be obtained through independent study or online.
  • Of the remaining 30 hours, a minimum of 15 shall be core hours and not more than 15 shall be related hours.
  • Max of 10 hours can be earned online
  • Renewal Date: 9/30 even-numbered year

Core hours = content related to specialty in which license is held. Can be earned online up to 10 hours as long as offered by an approved provider of a professional association in the specialty in which license is held or offered by an approved provider of a licensing board in another jurisdiction which regulates the specialty in which the license is held.

Related hours = activities in another specialty or allied professional like psychiatry, psychology, psychiatric nursing, or pastoral counseling as long as offered by an approved provider of  one of these professional associations.

The GA Board has adopted a new rule with regard to the delivery of TeleMental Health.

Read the GA Board TeleMental Health Rule

135-11-.01 TeleMental Health Prior to the delivery of clinical TeleMental Health, the licensee shall have obtained a minimum of six (6) continuing education hours. The continuing education hours may include but are not limited to:

  • Internet use dependency and psychological problems
  • Research in Telemental Health
  • Intake and Assessment- to determine a client’s suitability for telemental health, including informed consent.
  • Delivery Methods - recognize appropriate use of telecounseling, asynchronous email/message posting, synchronous digital chat, video-assisted therapy and other electronically supported modes of delivery.
  • Theory Integration - understand how to adapt counseling/therapy theory and effective in person techniques to telemental health.
  • Termination - recognize similarities and differences between in-person and telemental health closure
  • Risk Management - understanding privacy and security standards of applicable laws such as HIPAA
  • Business of Telemental Health - review of ethically sound ways to advertise and incorporate telemental health into an existing suite of therapeutic/clinical services.

Prior to the delivery of supervision via telemental health, the supervisor shall have obtained a minimum of nine (9) hours of continuing education.

CE Approvals:

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At Health, LLC, Provider #1707, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. At Health, LLC, maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 5/3/2023-5/3/2026.

GA social workers can earn ten (10) of their credits online through athealth.com.

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State laws can change. Practitioners are responsible for determining their state’s licensure requirements. To view the Georgia continuing education regulations, click the button below.

CE Requirements for Georgia Social Workers

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The University Of Georgia School Of Social Work supports quality continuing education learning experiences in Georgia under the auspices of the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists. Education opportunities are offered throughout the year that fulfill continuing education requirements for licensing in various professions Georgia, such as social work, professional counseling, pastoral counseling, and marriage and family therapy, among others.

Address questions to Continuing Education, attn: Jennifer Abbott 279 Williams Street School of Social Work, University of Georgia Athens, GA 30602

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The UGA School of Social Work reserves the right to cancel scheduled continuing education courses due to low enrollment and/or unforeseen circumstances, up to one week in advance of the scheduled course. If a course is canceled, those enrolled will receive full reimbursement of the course fee or may request a registration transfer to another course within 12 months of the cancellation. Participants will be responsible for any difference in registration cost at the time of the request or in some cases a participant may receive a credit on file.

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Georgia Social Work License Requirements and Programs: Become a Social Worker in GA

Written by Nalea J. Ko Last Updated: May 2023

While many states license social workers at the associate or bachelor’s level, Georgia is one of only nine states in the U.S. that requires a minimum of a master’s in social work (MSW) or doctorate in social work to become licensed.

Each state has its own rules for licensing social workers. The Georgia Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage & Family Therapists issues two types of licenses for social workers.

Here, you can explore the Georgia social work license requirements, licensing requirements in Georgia, BSW and MSW programs in the state, and salaries available once you graduate.

In This Article

  • Education Requirements
  • Steps to Licensure
  • Social Work License Reciprocity
  • License Renewal
  • Georgia Program Directory
  • Social Work Jobs and Salaries

Education Required to Become a Social Worker in Georgia

In Georgia, you can become a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or a licensed master social worker (LMSW). Both licenses require that you complete an MSW degree that maintains Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditation. However, these steps only apply to licensed social workers.

Opportunities await even if you hold a bachelor’s in social work degree (BSW). Under the supervision of a licensed social worker, you can practice in the state of Georgia after obtaining an accredited BSW. You need an MSW to get licensed.

Master of Social Work (MSW)

MSW programs prefer that you have a CSWE-accredited undergraduate education in social work. Although undergraduate degrees in psychology or sociology can complement your graduate education.

The BSW coursework sets the foundation for an MSW degree and qualifies you for advanced standing. This puts you on an accelerated learning route. Essentially, you waive the foundational social work courses and enter an MSW program as a second-year student. Sometimes you can graduate in as few as 12 months with advanced standing. Otherwise expect to spend 2-3 years earning your MSW.

Typically, you complete 60-70 credits in an MSW degree. In your first year, you may study social welfare and policy, human behavior, and clinical practice labs. The second year of coursework focuses on social work research and advanced social work practice and fieldwork with individuals, families, and groups.

An MSW qualifies you to become a licensed master social worker or a licensed clinical social worker.

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Georgia’s Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists recognizes licensed clinical social workers and licensed master social workers. Both licenses require an MSW degree and post-master’s supervised experience.

To apply, you must complete an application with the Secretary of State and adhere to specific requirements as outlined below.

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

To become a licensed master social worker, you need to complete a CSWE-accredited master of social work degree with the required practicum. Then you must also meet Georgia social work license requirements that include:

  • At least two years of experience. There are no specified hours of work experience per the Georgia Board.
  • Passing the master’s ASWB exam. You will need to submit scores.
  • Signing and notarizing all forms in the application
  • Transcripts from a CSWE-accredited MSW program
  • Two references from teachers or supervisors
  • Completing a background consent form
  • Submitting the initial licensure application fee of $110 and your online or printed application
  • Waiting 25 days for processing time

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

If you want to become a licensed clinical social worker, you need to complete a CSWE-accredited master’s degree. The Georgia Society for Clinical Social Workers recommends that you become a licensed master social worker prior to becoming an LCSW. However, you can directly apply for LCSW licensure by following these steps:

  • Complete 3,000 supervised hours and 120 direct contact hours over 36 months.
  • Apply and pass the ASWB clinical exam or apply for license by exam waiver, if you have previously passed the exam.
  • Sign all forms of the application. Notarize forms, if applicable.
  • Complete the directed experience and supervision verification forms.
  • Get transcripts from your CSWE-accredited MSW program.
  • Two references, preferably from teachers or supervisors.
  • Undergo a background check.
  • Submit the initial licensure application fee of $110 and your online or printed application.
  • Wait for up to 25 days during the processing time.

Learn more about the differences between an LMSW and an LCSW .

Social Work License Reciprocity in Georgia

Georgia does not offer a social work license reciprocity or license by endorsement. You can apply for a license by exam waiver if you have passed the ASWB clinical or master’s exam and hold a license in another state. Then, simply transfer your scores to the Georgia Board.

In some states, a license by endorsement or reciprocity agreement allows social workers to use their current license and work in another state. Out-of-state applicants must complete the same signed and notarized application as new applicants.

Licensing Renewal and Continuing Education Information

All social workers licensed in Georgia share a September 30 expiration date. Both the LMSW and LCSW expire every two years. You have a renewal period during the month of October, during even-numbered years. If you miss this deadline, you need to reinstate your license. You can renew online through the Georgia Online Licensing site for a nonrefundable renewal fee of $100. Late renewals are $150.

The Georgia Board requires at least 35 continuing education hours within the two-year renewal period.

BSW Programs Available in Georgia

  • Available Concentrations: Family and child welfare; Social work with families
  • Enrollment Type: Full Time, Part Time
  • 2023 Tuition: $169 per credit hour
  • 2023 Tuition: $230 per credit hour in state, $742 per credit hour out of state
  • 2023 Tuition: $23,484 per year
  • 2023 Tuition: $106 per credit hour in state, $395 per credit hour out of state
  • Enrollment Type: Full Time
  • 2023 Tuition: $169 per credit hour, $616 per credit hour out of state
  • 2023 Tuition: $4,474 per semester in state, $13,993 per semester out of state
  • 2023 Tuition: $131 per credit hour in state, $353 per credit hour out of state
  • 2023 Tuition: $410 per credit hour
  • 2023 Tuition: $169 per credit hour in state, $616 per credit hour out of state
  • 2023 Tuition: $475 per credit hour
  • 2023 Tuition: $2,909 per semester in state (six hours of less), $8,555 per semester out of state (six hours of less)

MSW Programs Available in Georgia

  • Available Concentrations: Children and families
  • Enrollment Type: Full Time, Part Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends and Evenings
  • 2023 Tuition: $191 per credit hour in state, $762 per credit hour out of state
  • Available Concentrations: Child and family and health; Mental health
  • Enrollment Type: Full Time, Part Time, Advanced Standing
  • 2023 Tuition: $951 per credit hour
  • Available Concentrations: Community partnerships
  • 2023 Tuition: $4,776 per semester in state, $15,108 per semester out of state
  • Available Concentrations: Children, youth, and families, clinical or direct practice
  • 2023 Tuition: $296 per credit hour in state, $1,066 per credit hour out of state
  • Available Concentrations: Clinical practice; Social administration practice
  • Enrollment Type: Full Time, Advanced Standing
  • 2023 Tuition: $196 per credit hour in state, $726 per credit hour out of state
  • Available Concentrations: Micro practice; Macro practice integrated practice
  • 2023 Tuition: $2,909 per six hours or less in state, $8,555 per six hours or less out of state
  • Available Concentrations: Advanced generalist
  • Enrollment Type: Full Time, Part Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends and Evening
  • 2023 Tuition: $254 per credit hour in state, $915 per credit hour out of state

Georgia Social Worker Jobs and Salary Information

Georgia employs roughly 12,130 social workers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics . This includes child, family, and school social workers; healthcare social workers; mental health and substance abuse social workers; postsecondary social work teachers; and the category “social workers, all other.”

Employment for social workers is expected to increase from 2020-2030 by a rate of 7.6%-25.8%. Jobs for mental health and substance abuse social workers are expected to outpace other fields at a rate of 25.8%. Healthcare social workers and child, family, and school social workers should see an increase at a rate of 18-19%, respectively. What you get paid as a social worker in Georgia depends on your specialty .

  • Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary: $56,750
  • Child, Family, and School Social Workers: $48,200
  • Healthcare Social Workers: $54,710
  • Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers: $46,720
  • Social Workers, All Other: $75,270

Learn more about social worker salaries .

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to become a social worker in georgia.

Before you can work as a social worker, you need to first complete a BSW program, which takes at least four years. Then you must get an MSW, a process that requires 2-3 years of study.

After earning your MSW, you need to complete 2-3 years of work experience. The specific work requirements depend on the license.

How much does it cost to become a social worker in Georgia?

Tuition costs vary by school and degree in Georgia. For instance, Dalton State College offers a per credit tuition rate of $106 for its undergraduate degrees. Clark Atlanta University costs $664-$978 per credit hour for a BSW degree.

For MSW programs, Albany State University charges $191 per credit hour, and Clark Atlanta University costs $951 per credit hour.

What is the difference between LMSW and LCSW in Georgia?

An LMSW license is considered a stepping stone to an LCSW license — the most advanced license in Georgia. To become an LCSW, you need 120 hours of supervised work experience over 36 months. Half of the required work hours must be with individuals and the other half with groups.

Are social workers in demand in Georgia?

Yes. All social workers are in demand in Georgia, but especially mental health and substance abuse social workers; healthcare social workers; and child, family, and school social workers.

From 2020-2030, Georgia is expected to add 700 child, family, and school social workers and 410 healthcare social workers. State employers will also add about 130 mental health and substance abuse social workers during that time.

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Social work requirements.

Documentation of thirty-five (35) hours of continuing education every two years including five (5) hours in professional ethics. Continuing education hours in professional ethics cannot be obtained through distance-learning trainings.

ASWB approved continuing education trainings can be used to satisfy the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists social work continuing education requirements.

A maximum of ten (10) of the required thirty-five (35) hours of continuing education may be earned per renewal period through completion of ASWB approved distance-learning trainings.

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This course focuses on the unique issues and best practice philosophies for addressing the specific needs of women in substance abuse treatment.

Topics covered include:

  • Special issues and unique needs of women in substance abuse treatment
  • Women’s biopsychosocial uniqueness
  • Principles of gender responsive treatment
  • Patterns and prevalence of alcohol/substance use among women
  • Physiological effects of alcohol, drugs and tobacco on women
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  • Screening and assessment issues
  • Barriers to treatment
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Trauma-Informed Care in Substance Abuse Treatment (SW)

Addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors in substance abuse treatment (sw), domestic violence and substance abuse treatment (sw), integrating family therapy into substance abuse treatment (sw), substance abuse treatment for persons with co-occurring disorders (sw).

This course focuses on the unique issues of substance abuse among individuals with co-occurring psychiatric disorders and best-practice philosophies for treating clients with co-occurring disorders.

  • Guiding principles for treating clients with co-occurring disorders
  • Assessment and diagnostic criteria
  • Psychopharmacology and psychotherapeutic medications
  • Treatment settings and models
  • Strategies and techniques for working with co-occurring disorder populations
  • Dual recovery and mutual self-help support programs
  • Workforce development and staff support
  • Special populations

Substance Abuse Among Older Adults (SW)

Cultural competence in substance abuse treatment (sw).

This course offers a conceptual framework for working with diverse cultural groups in a substance abuse treatment setting.

  • General principles for delivering culturally competent treatment services
  • Health and social consequences of drug use
  • Help seeking behaviors
  • Access to care issues and barriers to treatment
  • Core competences and skills
  • Adapting treatment approaches to clients from culturally diverse backgrounds
  • Drug cultures and the culture of recovery
  • Culturally responsive assessment and treatment planning

12 Hours – $145

Group Therapy in Substance Abuse Treatment (SW)

Enhancing motivation for change in substance abuse treatment (sw).

This course focuses on the integration of family therapy models and family therapy practices into substance abuse treatment.

  • Family systems theory
  • Primary models of family therapy
  • Impact of alcoholism and substance abuse on families
  • Differences between family therapy and substance abuse treatment approaches
  • Family assessment issues
  • Integration of family therapy practices into substance abuse treatment
  • Cultural considerations
  • Family therapy skills and competencies

This course focuses on evidence-based practices for working with individuals who have been exposed to acute and chronic traumas in substance abuse treatment settings.

  • Rationale for trauma-informed care
  • Trauma-informed intervention and treatment principles
  • Types of trauma
  • Common experiences and responses to trauma
  • Trauma-related symptoms and disorders
  • Screening and assessment issues and instruments
  • Trauma-informed prevention and treatment objectives
  • Clinical issues and counselor self-care
  • Treatment strategies and interventions

Managing Anger and Depression in Substance Abuse Treatment (SW)

This course focuses on group treatment approaches with substance abusing clients.

  • Advantages of group treatment for substance abusing populations
  • Group models commonly used in substance abuse treatment
  • Criteria for placement in groups
  • Assessing readiness for group
  • Group development and phase-specific tasks
  • Managing common problems in groups
  • Group therapy strategies and techniques
  • Group leadership competencies and skills

10 Hours – $135

Addressing the Specific Needs of Adolescents in Substance Abuse Treatment (SW)

This course focuses on the principles and techniques of motivational interviewing and the application of motivational enhancement approaches to substance abuse treatment.

  • Transtheoretical stages of change
  • Principles of motivational interviewing
  • Adapting motivational strategies and interventions to client stage of change
  • Building readiness and commitment to change
  • Engaging and retaining clients in treatment
  • Motivational enhancements with coerced clients
  • Measuring components of client motivation
  • Integration of motivational approaches to diverse treatment populations and settings

This course focuses on best-practice philosophies for managing anger and depression in substance abuse treatment settings.

  • Nature of anger and depressive symptoms
  • Relationship between anger and depression and substance use disorders
  • Impact of anger and depression on treatment participation and treatment outcomes
  • Screening and assessment
  • Techniques to manage anger and depression in substance abuse treatment settings
  • Transference and countertransference
  • Behavioral, cognitive and emotionally focused intervention strategies

This course focuses on the unique issues of substance abuse among older adults and best-practice philosophies for treating older alcohol and or other substance abusing clients.

  • Scope of the problem
  • Vulnerabilities and risk factors
  • Use and abuse of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications
  • Screening and assessment,
  • Referral and treatment issues
  • Measurement of multidimensional outcomes for older adults
  • Legal and ethical considerations

This course offers substance abuse counselors a four-step process for addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors in substance abuse treatment.

  • Link between substance abuse and suicidality
  • Risk and protective factors
  • Demographic correlates
  • Suicide assessment
  • Techniques and procedures for addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors
  • Warning signs and safety plans
  • Counselor skills and competencies
  • Documentation and confidentiality issues

6 Hours – $125

This course focuses on the unique issues and best practice philosophies for addressing the specific needs of adolescents in substance abuse treatment.

  • Special issues and unique needs of adolescents in substance abuse treatment
  • Patterns and prevalence of alcohol and substance use among adolescents
  • Consequences of adolescent drug use
  • Brain development and adolescent drug use
  • Tailoring treatment to adolescents needs
  • Addiction medication issues
  • Legal issues and considerations

6 Hours – $125

This course focuses on the interplay between domestic violence and substance abuse and best-practice philosophies for working with domestic violence survivors and batterers in substance abuse treatment settings.

  • Connection between substance abuse and domestic violence
  • Crisis intervention and treatment planning for the survivor client
  • Characteristics and profiles of batterers
  • Emotional and behavioral effects of violence on children
  • Treatment issues and considerations

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    The Georgia Society for Clinical Social Work (GSCSW) has been appointed by the State Licensing Board to approve continuing education programs by which social workers can meet licensing requirements. GSCSW approves programs, which offer continuing education relevant to social workers, taught by qualified personnel.

  3. Continuing Education (CE) for Georgia Social Workers

    CE requirements for Georgia social workers: Thirty-five (35) clock hours of continuing education every 2 years. Minimum of 5 hours of ethics related to specialty. However, ethics cannot be obtained through independent study or online. Of the remaining 30 hours, a minimum of 15 shall be core hours and not more than 15 shall be related hours.

  4. Upcoming CE Events

    The programs below have been reviewed and approved by the GSCSW CE Committee. They meet the social work continuing education requirements - see Rules 135.9 of the Georgia Composite Board. If you have any questions about any of the presentations please contact the person listed with the workshop, as they are not GSCSW events.

  5. Georgia Social Workers CE Requirements, Accreditations & Approvals

    Continuing Education Requirement. The Georgia Composite Board of Professional Social Workers accepts NetCE courses. LCSW and LMSW are required 35 hours every two years, 10 of which may be taken online.*. A minimum of 5 of the 35 hours must be in professional ethics, which must be completed live.*. A minimum of 15 hours must be directly ...

  6. Continuing Education (CE) Events 2023

    Date: November 8-10, 2023 | Time: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. Continuing Education Credit (CE's) Hours: 18 (6 of these are Ethics CE Hours) Course Platform: Virtual | Zoom | A Synchronous Program. Required Criteria/Prerequisites to Register for the NASWGA Advanced Clinical Supervision Program and Receive the Certification: *Must be licensed as a Georgia ...

  7. Licensure Rules (Law)

    Clinical Social Work Guide: How to Guide: Clinical Social Worker | Georgia Secretary of State (ga.gov) Licensure Rules: GA - GAC - Department 135. RULES OF GEORGIA COMPOSITE BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, SOCIAL WORKERS AND MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS Continuing Education Information is addressed in Chapter 135-9-.01 of the Rules: http ...

  8. PDF SUMMARY OF CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

    GEORGIA COMPOSITE BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, SOCIAL WORKERS AND MARRIAGE ... SUMMARY OF CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS • General Information • See Rule 135-9-.01 for the Full Requirements • "Specialty" is Professional Counselingor Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy • Maintain Documentation (Certificate of ...

  9. Social Worker CE Requirements

    Georgia Social Worker Continuing Education Requirements And License Renewal. ... Social Work; Georgia; Requirements; 5 Mandatory Hours 30 Elective Hours 35 Total Hours Shop Courses. Here's what you need to renew your Georgia Behavioral Health : Social Worker license. The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by ...

  10. Continuing Education

    Education opportunities are offered throughout the year that fulfill continuing education requirements for licensing in various professions Georgia, such as social work, professional counseling, pastoral counseling, and marriage and family therapy, among others. Address questions to Continuing Education, attn: Jennifer Abbott. 279 Williams Street.

  11. Professional Education

    Check out our calendar for upcoming events. The GSCSW Professional Education Committee is available to current GSCSW members to provide affordable continuing education (CE) opportunities for members to earn their 35 hours of CE's within the two year biennial licensure cycle.

  12. Licensure Statement

    In Georgia, a social worker can apply for licensure as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). A copy of the rules Chapter 135, Requirements for Licensure (Chapter 135.5-.03 of the Rules - LMSW and Chapter 135.5-.04 of the Rules - LCSW) will assist you in determining the right license for your ...

  13. Georgia Social Work Continuing Education

    Convenient packages designed to help meet your Georgia Social Work license requirements. Found 1 item . Sort By: Georgia Social Work CE Requirements 10-Hour Package ... Explore the library of Social Work continuing education courses, covering a wide variety of topics. Found 50 items . Sort By: ...

  14. Georgia Social Work License Requirements and Programs: Become a Social

    Here, you can explore the Georgia social work license requirements, licensing requirements in Georgia, BSW and MSW programs in the state, and salaries available once you graduate. ... Licensing Renewal and Continuing Education Information. All social workers licensed in Georgia share a September 30 expiration date. Both the LMSW and LCSW expire ...

  15. Georgia Social Worker Continuing Education Requirements

    Georgia social workers (LCSW and LMSW) are required to complete 35 hours of approved continuing education every two years. CE4Less offers approved courses to help you meet state requirements for social work license renewal, including courses on required topic areas. Learn more about Georgia requirements and view relevant courses below.

  16. Georgia Social Work License Requirements

    The board determines all Georgia social work licensure requirements, including renewal timelines, continuing education hours, and penalties. Featured Online MSW Programs Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.

  17. Social Worker

    National Association of Social Workers Georgia Chapter 2300 Henderson Mill Road NE, Suite 308, Atlanta, Georgia 30345 Phone: 678-788-8732 NASW National Office: www.socialworkers.org

  18. Georgia Social Work Certification Requirements and Courses

    Social Work Requirements. Documentation of thirty-five (35) hours of continuing education every two years including five (5) hours in professional ethics. Continuing education hours in professional ethics cannot be obtained through distance-learning trainings. ASWB approved continuing education trainings can be used to satisfy the Georgia ...

  19. The Georgia Society for Clinical Social Workers

    Continuing Ed. Get quick and easy access to all online and offline resources. Established in 1980, the Georgia Society for Clinical Social Work is a state-wide organization of professional social workers dedicated to the advancement of clinical social work practice. We promote professional standards through the following:

  20. PDF Continuing Education Requirements for Georgia Licensed Professional

    Licensee Requirements for Georgia Licensed Professional Counselors Licensed professional counselors in the state of Georgia are held to the same continuing education requirements as their social worker and marriage and family therapy counterparts. That requirement is 35 hours of continuing education ahead of the September 30 license

  21. Georgia Counselors/Therapists CE Requirements, Accreditations ...

    Continuing Education Requirement. The Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapist accepts NetCE courses. PCs, APCs, MFTs, and AMFTs are required 35 hours every two years, 10 of which may be completed online.*. A minimum of 5 of the 35 hours must be in professional ethics and may not be completed online.*.