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New Jersey Social Workers

Selected NetCE courses are approved for continuing education by the New Jersey Social Work Continuing Education Approval Collaborative, which is administered by NASW-NJ. CE Approval Collaborative Approval Period: September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Please see designated courses for approval details.

Continuing Education Requirement

Selected NetCE courses are approved by NASW-NJ, please see designated courses for approval details.

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× cultural competency options, × prescription opioid drugs options.

LCSW are required 40 hours every two years, all of which may be completed by home study* with half (20 hours) directly related to clinical practice.

LSW are required 30 hours every two years, all of which may completed by home study.*

CSW are required 20 hours every two years, all of which may completed by home study.*

All-Licensees must complete the following:

• 5 hours in ethics ;
• 3 hours in social and cultural competence ; and
• 1 hour on topics concerning prescription opioid drugs, including the risks and signs of opioid abuse, addiction, and diversion .

* NetCE courses are considered home study.

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Please contact the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners at (973) 504-6495, or refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw and http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/regulations/Chapter-44G-State-Board-of-Social-Work-Examiners.pdf for additional information regarding your continuing education.

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Professional Education Program

Continuing education for social workers.

The Professional Education Program (PEP) offers high quality continuing education for social workers. Our CE* granting workshops cover a wide range of topic areas, including Clinical, Social and Cultural Competence, Ethics, Prescription Opioids, and Clinical Supervision.

*All continuing education hours (CEs) are provided by the Monmouth University School of Social Work in accordance with New Jersey Administrative Code 13:44G and are recognized by the New Jersey Board of Social Work Examiners.

Clinical Supervision

Become a new jersey clinical supervisor..

In order to supervise individuals working toward their LCSW, the New Jersey Board of Social Work Examiners requires you to complete a 20 CE credit clinical supervision course. We are proud to offer this course, facilitated by Scottie Urmey, LCSW, TEP, throughout the year.

Certificate in Aging

Earn ce hours while gaining expertise in gerontological social work..

This certificate requires completion of 20 CE hours (2 hours foundation, 5 hours ethics, 1 hour opioid, 3 hours social/cultural, and 9 hours of electives) in PEP workshops designated as certificate eligible.

Discounts and Promotion Codes for Registration

If you qualify for one of the below discounts please write down its promo code.  You will need to enter and apply the code in your shopping cart during your registration process.

Monmouth University Social Work Alumni  receive a 20% discount on all workshops all the time. Apply Promotion Code MUALUM20 in your shopping cart.

Register for 5 or more workshops  at one time and you will receive a 10% discount off the total price based on standard registration fees. Apply Promotion Code PEPREG5 in your shopping cart.

Note: These discounts cannot be combined and usage will be verified.

PEP Refund Policy

A $20 processing fee will be charged for all cancellations. No credit vouchers will be issued toward a future program date. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected] .

Written cancellation must be submitted by 5 p.m. the business day before the workshop is scheduled to run (e.g., to cancel participation for a Monday workshop, written notification must be submitted by 5 p.m. on the Friday before).

Refunds will be provided as follows:

• Participants who submit written cancellation to [email protected] by 5 p.m. the business day before the workshop is scheduled to run will receive 100% of the registration fee paid, minus the $20.00 processing fee.
• Participants who cancel any time after 5 p.m. the business day before the workshop is scheduled to run forfeit their registration fee and receive no refund.
• When workshops are cancelled by PEP, no penalties apply and full refunds are issued.

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National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis (NAAP) is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an Approved Provider of continuing education for licensed psychoanalysts. #P-0019.

National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis (NAAP) is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0168

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Social Worker Continuing Education Program

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Stockton University is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Boards (CSWE) and is approved to offer continuing education credits for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, and all additional states that accept CSWE-approved CEUs for licensure and certification renewal. Stockton University, Office of Continuing Studies is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0635.

SPRING 2024

Transformational breath series, description: over the course of three weeks, you'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and vitality through a series of dynamic and empowering workshops. this holistic "breath work" program is meticulously crafted to rejuvenate your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, leaving you feeling deeply refreshed and relaxed. our seasoned instructor, kathy smith, boasts over two decades of expertise in the holistic health field, and she passionately believes in the life-changing power of conscious breathing, both for herself and her clients. don't miss this opportunity to harness the potential of your breath for personal growth and boundless positive energy., ceus for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 3 .0 hours general practice , dates :   -  march dates: tuesdays, march 12, 19, and 26 , 2024 sold out   -  april dates: mondays, april 8, 15, and 22, 2024 now open , time : 6:30 to 7:30pm location : live on zoom price : $85/person.

Caregiver Mystery Revealed

Description: caregivers are sometimes forgotten and misunderstood in healthcare and in our communities. over 1 million family members and friends are caring for someone that is elderly, disabled or terminally ill in nj alone. currently, few outlets exist for caregivers to receive support, education or advocacy. this workshop will discuss the mystery behind who our caregivers are, how they are affected by their caregiving responsibilities and interventions to assist them. this course is available to all, including the general public., ceus for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 3.0 ceus/contact hours in ethics or social/cultural competency, date : thursday, april 11, 2024 time : 5:30 to 8:30pm location : live on zoom price : $79/person, demystifying spirituality in mental health, description: spirituality is an important part of a person’s complete self. the belief and faith of “something bigger than oneself” is a crucial element in hope and healing. it is important to understand spirituality and the role it has in mental health, addition and healthcare. providers in mental health, social services and community health would benefit from using comfortable language, knowledge and practices that incorporate spirituality. our instructor’s interfaith approach is designed to be inclusive and ultimately assist clients in healing., date : saturday, april 13, 2024 time : 9:00am to noon location : live on zoom price : $79/person, self-care for mental health professionals: beyond the basics, description: doctor, doctor thyself mental health, emotional wellbeing, and self-care for mental health providers is an important process which can be easily overlooked while caring for others. quite often can be taboo discussion amongst colleagues. while providers know the effects of physical/mental/emotional/spiritual wellbeing on health, some find it difficult to prioritize their own care. this workshop aims to help mental health professionals identify their own physical symptoms, behaviors in the workplace, and learn useful tools beyond the typical mainstream stereotypes. create a lifestyle of health and wellness that balances caregiving and caring for the self. instructor, jennifer vazquez, lcsw, will discuss the mental health needs of providers in a sensitive and productive manner that promotes self-care, supports and recognizes the human aspect of the field, and managing their own life stressors while maintaining their roles as providers., ceus for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 2 .0 ceus/contact hours clinical practice, date : wednesday, april 17, 2024 time : 6:00 to 8:00pm location : live on zoom price : $65/person, *new* understanding the spectrum of eating disordered behaviors certificate series, description: stockton’s new “ understanding the spectrum of eating disordered behaviors ” certificate series, taught by suzanne rubinetti, lcsw, features five workshops to address the many aspects of clinical work within the eating disorders. each workshop is 2.5 hours long, and will focus on various aspects of disordered eating, ocd, family/social dynamics, orthorexia, and intuitive eating. clinicians in this series will learn the definitions, clinical presentations of the spectrum of eating disorders (via dsm 5), and clinical treatment strategies. participants will also hear case study examples, learn how to include cbt, exposure therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and mindfulness in treatment, and develop realistic recovery goals with clients. with many overlapping challenges in disordered eating and obsessive compulsive disorder, this series will begin with a 2-part “eating disorders & ocd” component which is required for completing the remaining sections of the program. clinicians who do not complete the first two meetings will not be permitted to complete the series. this series is appropriate for all level clinicians working with both adult and adolescent populations..

• Meeting 1 - Eating Disorders and OCD: Part 1 (4/26/24)
• Meeting 2 - Eating Disorders and OCD: Part 2 (5/3/24)
• Eating disorders and OCD are two extremely complicated illnesses and their symptoms often overlap. This two-part, lecture-based training will contain a comprehensive understanding of the overlap, and serve as mandatory “introductory workshops” for this certificate series. Participants will learn a broader understanding of the complexities in treating OCD co-occurring with eating disorders. Participants will also have a greater understanding of how to treat eating disorder symptoms, and identify important elements in a comprehensive treatment plan. Exposure therapy and desensitization will be discussed. Breakout discussion rooms, interactive exercises, role playing, and case material will be used to further increase learning. Please note: Attendance for the first two sessions (Eating Disorders and OCD Parts 1 and 2) will be required to complete the certificate program.
• Meeting 3 - Orthorexia (5/17/24)
• Orthorexia was defined in 1998, and means an obsession with proper or healthy eating. While it is not a DSM 5 diagnosed illness, in the last 5 years, the symptoms of orthorexia have surged and can have dangerous side effects. It is critical for clinicians to understand the complications of this disorder. In this course we will define what Orthorexia is and why it is such a complex disorder. Using lecture, case illustrations, video clips, role play and small group discussions we will look at the differences between orthorexia and other eating disorders and discuss treatment strategies. 
• Meeting 4 - Intuitive Eating (5/31/24)
• Recently there has been an abundance of information on intuitive and mindful eating. The two are different and the learning process is challenging. Intuitive eating is a multi-layered practice that can only be successful if a detailed inquiry of an individual's "food story" is understood by the practitioner. This course will examine the process and participants will learn how to conduct a detailed food history with their clients as well as learn other useful skills. We will also explore the reasons why the development of intuitive eating is so challenging, and illustrate it using detailed case examples. This workshop will include lecture, interactive exercises on mindful eating, video clips and discussion. 
• Meeting 5 - Intergenerational Food Trauma (6/14/24)
• Taking the time to understand the depth of historical traumas that have involved significant food and eating issues in the generations in a family provides critical information for the treatment of eating disorders. Conducting a detailed food inquiry and exploration of the food story through generations critically impacts treatment goals. This course will address sensitive topics such as genocide and long-term cultural/religious/family food behaviors resulting from surviving these traumatic events. In this workshop you will learn how to gather all the food history, important cultural information, and prepare realistic treatment goals. 

CEUs for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 12.5 Clinical Hours

Dates & times : select fridays, april 26 to june 14, 2024.

• April 26, 2024 - 9:30am to 12:00pm  (mandatory)
• May 3, 2024 - 9:30am to 12:00pm  (mandatory)
• May 17, 2024 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
• May 31, 2024 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
• June 14, 2024 - 9:30am to 12:00pm

Location : LIVE ON ZOOM Price : $249/person

Racial framing: dissect how racial framing is used amongst people of color, description: racial framing can have strong effects on programs, policies, and even evaluations. racial framing developed as a justification for the exploitation of minorities and has been a primary causal factor in the persistence of racism. by being aware of its pattern, structure, origins, and how racism framing generates effects, we can significantly reduce its influence, thus enhancing the rigor of our studies by controlling for a potential bias that’s often convert. stories play a critical role in framing and reframing processes. this course is for everyone seeking to gain an understanding of racial frames and its negative affect on us as a whole society., ceus for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 3.0 ceus/contact hours in social/cultural competency, date : wednesday, may 1, 2024 time : 9:00am to noon location : live on zoom price : $79/person.

Intentional Manifestation Retreat

Description: this intentional manifestation retreat is an empowering seminar for social workers and mental health professionals: join us for a transformative one-day intensive experience meticulously designed to enrich your skill set and supercharge your personal and professional growth. unlock the power to turn your and your clients' intentions from mere thoughts into tangible realities. through a profound synergy of metaphysical practices supported by blooms taxonomy. through this journey, we'll delve deep into self-improvement, goal setting, self-awareness, and the enhancement of your overall quality of life. by the end of this retreat, you'll not only have a meticulously crafted plan to conquer your personal and professional aspirations but also a personalized routine that fosters harmony and equilibrium in your life. additionally, you'll gain invaluable insights into how the lunar cycle impacts our daily existence, bringing further alignment to your personal and professional goals. this program is tailor-made for social workers and mental health professionals seeking to enhance their own life objectives while equipping themselves with tools to empower their clients. explore how to set and attain goals, and establish positive daily routines, ultimately fostering profound positive change.,   note: breakfast and lunch will be on your own. we advise packing your own lunch, or utilizing the campus center's multiple food options, including a dunkin donuts on the same-level, multi-cuisine food court on the first floor (open for lunch), and a campus bookstore for grab-and-go snacks/drinks.  , ceus for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 6 .0 hours general practice , date : saturday, may 4 , 2024 time : 9:00am to 4:00pm location : in-person, stockton galloway campus, 101 vera king farris drive, galloway, nj campus center board of trustees room price : $145/person, summer 2024, understanding the grieving client: familial and traumatic loss certificate, description: “understanding the grieving client: familial and traumatic loss certificate” is a collection of five courses taught by jennifer vazquez, lcsw, specially curated for clinicians working with clients coping with grief and the deep loss of losing loved ones. this series is designed for new and seasoned professionals in private practice or conducting therapy on an outpatient basis. the full series provides 15.0 clinical ceus to social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors. please note: attendance in the first "intro session" is mandatory for completion of the series. participants who do not attend the "intro session" will not be permitted to complete the remaining sessions.  the five individual workshop descriptions are as follows: .

• Participants of this “Intro” course will gain a detailed understanding of an expected clinical grief presentation, environmental factors (family dynamics, employment, finances, etc.) that are affected after a death, as well as the basic framework for conceptualizing and treating the grieving client. This course is designed for professionals working with clients who have experienced death of a family member, friend, patient, etc. Please note: this session is mandatory. 
•  Participants of this course will discuss the impact of death and grief suffered with the loss of a spouse, partner, and/or significant other. Often regarded as only second to losing a child, losing a spouse/partner will have a multi-year symptom presentation. This course will review the “business of grief” (including events such as memorial and estate planning), the therapist's role in providing support, grieving with minor children, dating after the loss of a spouse/partner, and overall family dynamics. This course is designed for professionals working with clients who have experienced the death of a spouse or partner.
•  Participants of this course will discuss the deep impact surrounding the death of a child and how losing a child changes grieving parents.  This course will outline grief on a four-year time line (including a symptoms presentation, suicide assessment, and the therapist role in providing support), family dynamics, workplace impacts, and restoring ‘homeostasis’.  This course is designed for professionals working with clients who have experienced the death of a child of any age.
• Participants of this course will discuss the impact of death and grief frontline workers (Doctors, Nurses, Paramedics, EMTs, Behavioral Health Staff, etc.) regularly face in their professional careers.  We will define frontline workers, discuss the often-overlooked support staff, and review the goals and ethics surrounding educated professionals in these fields. Additional clinical work will be centered around the impact of the COVID Pandemic/”Return to Normal” resentment, Psychological First Aid, and supporting those considering retirement and/or career change due to grief and trauma. This course is designed for professionals in private practice or conducting therapy on an outpatient basis.
• Participants of this course will learn to define “Ambiguous Loss”, both physical and psychological, recognize various types of loss which land in this category - including miscarriage, divorce, immigration, incarceration, estranged family, and more - and how these are different than loss resulting from death. Participants will also review treatment goals and guidelines for working with clients in clinical settings. This interactive session is designed for professionals in private practice or conducting therapy on an outpatient basis.

CEUs for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 15.0 Clinical Hours

Dates & times : select wednesdays, may 15 to august 21, 2024.

• May 15, 2024 - 10:00am to 1:30pm  (mandatory)
• June 5, 2024 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
• June 26, 2024 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
• July 31, 2024 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
• August 21, 2024 - 10:00am to 12:30pm

Location : LIVE ON ZOOM Price : $299/person

Clinical applications of emotional freedom technique (eft) and tapping: evidence-based, mind-body treatment, description: the emotional freedom techniques (eft), also known as tapping, is an evidence-based mind-body treatment which can be used clinically in mental health. it is highly effective with anxiety, panic, phobias, ocd, social anxiety, traumatic incidents, and physical pain. this gentle, cutting-edge, cognitive somatic releasing technique, is self-applied and desensitizes a range of difficulties from stress to complex trauma. this 3-part, live online, series will teach clinicians foundational methods of eft (aka tapping), clinical strategies for treating targeted symptoms, utilizing suds to measure outcomes, addressing eft in alternate opioid treatment plans, and more., this course is taught by international expert and accredited master eft trainer, robin bilazarian, lcsw, dcep, eft(i). robin provides eft training to professionals in the us and europe, and regularly uses it in her own clinical practice. participants of this course will be strongly encouraged to purchase the instructor’s accompanying text, “tapping the mighty mind: simple solutions for stress, conflict, and pain” (isbn-13: 978-1542546706, estimated cost: $12-16 new paperback, $5 kindle available on amazon). all pre-workshop readings, techniques, and “homework” for the duration of the series will be drawn from the text., ceus for social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors: 9.0 ceu hours total (8.0 clinical hours & 1.0 opioid hour), date : wednesdays, july 31, august 7, and august 14, 2024 time : 1:00pm to 4:00pm location : live on zoom price : $215/person, stockton university is accredited by the council on social work education boards (cswe) and is approved to offer continuing education credits for social workers licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed professional counselors in new jersey, new york, pennsylvania, massachusetts, connecticut, maryland, virginia, and all additional states that accept cswe-approved ceus for licensure and certification renewal. , stockton university, office of continuing studies is recognized by the new york state education department’s state board for social work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #sw-0635., stay connected.

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New Jersey Social Work Continuing Education

Welcome new jersey social workers  , does the new jersey board accept courses from aswb-approved continuing education providers.

All New Jersey social work continuing education courses need to be pre-approved  individually .  At this time, the following courses have been pre-approved individually for New Jersey Social Workers:

New Jersey Approved Cultural Competence Courses

• The Opioid Crisis and the Hispanic Latino Population: An Urgent Issue (2 credit hours, Cultural Competence) .  course id # 4593, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Working with LGBTQ+ Families in Foster Care and Adoption (1 credit hour, Cultural Competence) .  course id # 4599, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.

New Jersey Approved Ethics Courses

• Looking Back to Move Us Forward: Social Workers Deliver Justice as Human Rights Professionals (1 credit hour, Ethics) , course id # 4871, approval period: 04/18/2023 – 04/18/2025.
• Managing Ethics Challenges in Social Work Organizations: A Comprehensive Strategy (1 credit hour, Ethics) .  course id # 4584, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Pandemic Ethics: Rethinking Rights, Responsibilities and Roles in Social Work (1 credit hour, Ethics) . course id # 4585, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Responding to Covid-19: New Trends in Social Workers Use of Information and Communication Technology (1 credit hour, Ethics) .  course id # 4589, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• The Case for Mandatory Reporting as an Ethical Dilemma for Social Workers (1 credit hour, Ethics) . course id # 4872, approval period: 04/18/2023 – 04/18/2025.

New Jersey Approved Clinical Social Work Practice Courses

• Covid-19 and the Rapid Expansion of Telehealth in Social and Behavioral Services (1 credit hour, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id #4583, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Expanding Access to and Use of Behavioral Health Services for People Experiencing Homelessness (3 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) . course id # 4875, approval period: 04/18/2023 – 04/18/2025.
• Implementing Community-Level Policies to Prevent Alcohol Misuse (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) . course id # 4873, approval period: 04/18/2023 – 04/18/2025.
• Preventing Marijuana Use Among Youth (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) . course id # 4586, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Preventing the Use of Marijuana: Focus on Women and Pregnancy (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4874, approval period: 04/18/2023 – 04/18/2025.
• Prevention and Treatment of Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Among College Students (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4587, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Psychosocial Interventions for Older Adults with Mental Illness (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4588, approval period:  12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Substance Misuse Prevention for Young Adults (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id #4590, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment: Working with Families (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4591, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Telehealth for the Treatment of Serious Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders (3 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) . course id # 4592, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Treating Alcohol Misuse in Older Adults (3 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4594, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Treating Concurrent Substance Use Among Adults (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4595, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Treating Drug Use and Prescription Medication Misuse in Older Adults (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4596, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Treatment Considerations for Youth and Young Adults with Serious Emotional Disturbances, Serious Mental Illnesses and Co-occurring Substance Use (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4597, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.
• Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders (2 credit hours, Clinical Social Work Practice) .  course id # 4598, approval period: 12/8/2022-12/8/2024.

You must identify your state as New Jersey and include your license number in your account profile so that we can issue a certificate that meets licensing requirements in New Jersey. You can review your profile and update your state license information on your  account profile page .  If you need help adding the state information to your profile or if you have any other questions, please contact us at [email protected].

How many New Jersey Continuing Education Hours can I earn with on-line courses?

You can earn 40 out of 40 hours with on-line courses.

An  LCSW  shall complete a minimum of 40 credits of continuing education, of which at least 20 credits shall be in courses related to clinical practice and five credits must be related to ethics.  Three hours in the area of social and cultural competence is required.

An  LSW  shall complete a minimum of 30 credits of continuing education, five of which must be related to ethics.  Three hours in the area of social and cultural competence is required.

A  CSW  shall complete a minimum of 20 credits of continuing education, five of which must be related to ethics.  Three hours in the area of social and cultural competence is required.

Additionally, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 45:15BB-11.1, all individuals licensed or certified by this Board must complete at least one credit of continuing education in topics concerning prescription opioid drugs, including the risks and signs of opioid abuse, addiction and diversion . This requirement must be met beginning with the 2018-2020 licensing cycle and will continue for all subsequent licensing cycles.

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All of our courses are $5.99 per credit hour.  We also offer an unlimited package. One year of unlimited courses is $74.99 and two years of unlimited courses are $124.99 .   Click here for more information about how to get started .

Where Can I Review New Jersey Social Work Continuing Education Requirements?

You can review New Jersey social work continuing education requirements at https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/continuingeducation.aspx .

You can find a list of approved CE courses for New Jersey on the ASWB website at  https://www.aswb.org/newjersey/ .

You can also contact the board at: Board of Social Work Examiners PO Box 45033 Newark, New Jersey 07101 973-504-6495

Please remember that we have done our best to research your state’s licensing guidelines. Licensing regulations can change frequently including guidelines about how many hours you can earn on-line. Most jurisdictions require a certain number of hours in ethics and other areas of practice. The final authority for approving any continuing education activity rests with your state board. Even those states that endorse the ACE program may have exceptions in terms of the courses that they will accept. It is ultimately your responsibility to understand the licensing regulations in your state.

Does Free State Social Work offer New Jersey Social Work CEUs?  New Jersey Social Work Trainings? Contact Hours?  Credit Hours?

Different jurisdictions have different definitions.  For some jurisdictions, the term CEU consists of ten credit hours.  At Free State Social Work, we offer continuing education credit hours and we estimate that each credit hour will require one hour of reading.

At Free State Social Work, we offer great online continuing education for social workers, counselors, and therapists.

All of our courses are $5.99 per credit hour. Please browse our complete course catalog or use the category links below.

We also offer an unlimited package! One year of unlimited courses is $74.99 and two years are $124.99. Click here for more details about our unlimited packages . If you would like to sample one of our courses, you can try a free course here .

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ACE: Approved Continuing Education

ACE approval demonstrates that a provider or course has been rigorously reviewed and found to offer quality continuing education according to best practices.

ASWB’s Approved Continuing Education program has been designed to review and approve high-quality CE providers and courses, whether they are delivered in person or via distance learning. This approval means that social work continuing education programs are generally acceptable to social work regulatory boards across the United States and Canada.

Ace standards.

Regardless of whether a CE provider pursues individual course approval or provider approval, programs must adhere to the ACE standards outlined in the ACE Handbook.

States and provinces that accept ACE

The ASWB Approved Continuing Education program approves continuing education providers and individual programs. When social workers choose courses created and offered by ACE providers or individual courses approved by ACE, they can trust they will receive high-quality content accepted by most U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions to meet licensure renewal requirements.

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Three ways to find social work CE credit

• ACE providers Download a list of all approved ACE providers
• Individual course and conference approval Approved individual courses and conferences are listed on our spreadsheet
• Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education ASWB authorizes some Joint Accreditation providers to offer ACE credit to social workers

ACE individual course/conference approval

Individual course/conference approval evaluates individual courses and conference sessions and approves them for licensees to earn continuing education credit.

ACE provider approval

ACE provider approval is optimal for CE providers that offer a large number of courses or programs.

Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education

ACE collaborates with Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education for CE in multiple professions.

ACE approval

• Serves as a mark of distinction recognized by social work licensing boards and social workers
• Is currently recognized by most states and provinces in North America
• Demonstrates that continuing education meets rigorous standards for quality and relevance
• Supports competency in the social work profession
• Allows providers to list and manage courses directly to an online database
• Entitles providers to receive timely information on CE issues and requirements via the Continuing Competence newsletter

Are you eligible to apply to ACE?

• Does your organization have a licensed social worker involved in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of social work continuing education?
• Does your organization have someone with appropriate experience to serve as continuing education director?
• Is your organization able to supply evaluation and documentation of programs?

If you can answer YES to all these questions, then you meet the minimum requirements and are eligible to apply to ACE.

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General Information Definitions of Social Work Practice Eligibility Requirements Social Workers from Out-of-State Licensing Exams Certified Social Worker Licensed Social Worker Licensed Clinical Social Worker Clinical Supervision Continuing Education Requirements Students and Recent Graduates

General Information

What is social work licensure and certification, who must be licensed or certified to practice social work in new jersey.

• Students enrolled in a program accredited (or in candidacy) by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), as long as the students are in a supervised course of study and are designated by the title "social work intern.” 
• Social workers in a non-profit organization who perform any social work service other than psychotherapeutic counseling; 
• School Social Workers, certified by the NJ Department of Education, but only when performing services on behalf of a local school district to students for whom the school district is responsible to provide services. 
• Civil service employees of the state, county, or local government. REVIEW: NJ Social Work Statutes (N.J.S.A. 45:15BB, subsection 5) for more information. 
• Once you graduate, you must have your NJ social work license or certification number, issued by the BSWE on their Web site (http://tinyurl.com/NJLicenseVerify), to work as a social worker unless you work in an exempt setting (see above). 
• If you want to provide clinical social work (psychotherapeutic counseling), you must have a license in order to practice as an LCSW, or as an LSW under the supervision of an LCSW who meets the supervision requirements, unless you work in an exempt setting (see above). 
• If you work in a for-profit organization - even if you are working under a government contract - you must be licensed or certified in order to practice social work. 
• If you are a social worker providing Drug and Alcohol counseling, you must have an LSW or an LCSW, or have a credential from the Alcohol & Drug Counseling Committee (CADC/LCADC).

How long is my license/certification valid?

What are my responsibilities as a licensee, what is the best way for me to contact the bswe, is a background check/fingerprinting required for my license/certification.

• Even if you have been fingerprinted for another government agency such as the new jersey department of human services, or a law enforcement agency, you will have to be fingerprinted again. Prior fingerprinting will not be accessible to the bswe unless it was done for the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) for licensing purposes. 
• If you need to be fingerprinted, you will have to pay the fingerprinting fee. If you were previously fingerprinted for DCA, then you will need to pay a rescanning fee (which is less) instead of the full fingerprinting fee. 
• School social workers (those credentialed by the NJ Department of Education- DoE) must be fingerprinted as the doe does not share fingerprint information with the DCA. 

I have recently moved. Do i have to update the board with my new address?

I recently changed my last name. how can i update my license.

• Legal evidence of this change; and 
• A copy of your original license or certificate with proof that you are the same person to whom the BSWE issued the license or certificate. 

Upon receipt of the items, the BSWE shall issue you a new license or certificate. 

Definitions of Social Work Practice

What is social work, what is clinical social work, eligibility requirements, can i obtain a social work license if i have a degree in a field other than social work, can i obtain the application on-line for a certification/license.

You can follow the instructions linked here to apply online at the  BSWE website . You will need to determine your license level based on your education in order to fill out the appropriate application (see below for descriptions). 

• Certified Social Worker (CSW) - If you have received a Baccalaureate Degree in Social Work from an educational program accredited, or in candidacy for accreditation, by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE); or you have an official transcript indicating that you acquired a baccalaureate degree prior to April 6, 1995, from an accredited institution of higher education in one of the following fields: Guidance and Counseling, Human Services, Marriage and Family Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Vocational/Disability Rehabilitation. 
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - If you have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from an educational program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or in candidacy for accreditation by the CSWE, and do not have two years of full time clinical social work experience subsequent to earning the Master's Degree. 
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - If you have a Master’s Degree in Social work from an educational program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or in candidacy for accreditation by the CSWE, and have at least two years of full time clinical social work experience subsequent to earning the Master's Degree.   

Social Workers from Out-of-State

Does nj accept out of state licenses.

No, there is no reciprocity between NJ and other states. You will have to apply and become licensed in NJ to practice social work in this state. If you meet the following criteria, it will help you determine whether you might be eligible for licensure in NJ based on your active out-of-state license.

• If you are currently licensed in good standing in another state;
• If have practiced social work there within the last 5 years;
• If your state’s requirements meet or exceed those of NJ; and
• If you have taken and passed the ASWB exam

Which NJ license should I apply for?

NJ has three certification/licensing levels:

• Certified Social Worker (CSW) - Bachelor of Social Work;
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Master of Social Work;
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Master of Social Work and at least 2 years of clinical social work experience under appropriate supervision.

Please determine the NJ license level equivalent to your current license from another state. You can get more information and access the appropriate application on the BSWE Web site .

In addition, you must have taken and passed the ASWB exam to be eligible for an LSW or LCSW in NJ.

ASWB Exams:

• Masters (LSW Exam): A generalist test for social workers with an MSW and limited or no post-degree experience.
• Clinical (LCSW Exam): A more advanced test for social workers with an MSW and at least two years of post-degree experience in direct clinical practice settings under appropriate supervision.

Complete the application and include ALL information required. Be sure to include a current resume and copy of your license from the other state.

Do I have to take the licensing exam if I did not pass or if my state’s requirements did not require it?

Will my supervision from the state where i currently live count toward my lcsw.

The BSWE will evaluate your application including your supervisor’s qualifications and make that determination on a case-by-case basis. The Board will often approve a supervisor who is a licensed mental health professional qualified to supervise social workers in that state as long as she/he can document licensure and at least 3 years of practice as a licensed clinical professional prior to the beginning of supervision. The BSWE prefers supervision by an LCSW but does approve other mental health professionals if the other state allows them to supervise social workers.

Licensing Exams

When are the licensing exams given, when can i take the exam, how can i prepare for the exams, if i fail the exam, may i take it again, how long will the exam take, how soon after taking the master's level exam (lsw) can i take the clinical exam (lcsw), certified social worker, how can i get my certification as a social worker (csw) in new jersey, can i provide clinical services once i have my csw, licensed social worker, how can i get my lsw in new jersey, can i practice clinical social work as an lsw, can an lsw provide clinically-focused volunteer work to acquire hours toward an lcsw, does a 50-minute face-to-face session count as 1-hour toward my required clinical hours, do i need to get my lsw before i apply for my lcsw, are lsws eligible to take the clinical supervision course, licensed clinical social worker, how can i get my lcsw in new jersey, what clinical experience do i need to get an lcsw, what kind of job will allow me to get my clinical hours, is there a specific form i can use to keep track of my hours toward my lcsw, clinical supervision, who can supervise me, how often do i have to meet with my supervisor, can i meet with my supervisor using skype or other videoconferencing systems, can i see private clients while under supervision for my lcsw, i have my lsw and i want to work toward my lcsw but there is no one who meets the state requirements to provide clinical supervision where i work. can i pay for outside supervision, how many continuing education hours (ceus) am i required to complete for my license, continuing education requirements, how many continuing education hours (ceu) am i required to complete if i got my license in the middle (second year) of the licensing cycle, can i count some courses for more than one type of credit, students and recent graduates, is it true that only lcsws can supervise student internships, can my msw internship hours be counted toward my lcsw, i just graduated with my msw and have been offered a job at my internship. can i work as a social worker if i intend to get my lsw, what can i do with my msw degree if i have no license/certification.