Level C: LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) License:

The Certified Social Work License is issued to an applicant with a master's degree in social work (MSW)from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited social work program, has completed two years post-masters social work practice experience, and passed the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Advanced Generalist level state social work exam. The West Virginia Board will also accept ACSW (Academy of Certified Social Workers) membership in lieu of passage of the Advanced Generalist level ASWB examination. An application and appropriate fee are required as well as verification of licensure in good standing from the applicable State Social Work(s) Board where the applicant is or has ever been licensed as a social worker.

To apply for a Level C: LCSW License:

Follow the instructions on our Applications page.