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To obtain a license, an applicant must present information to the state licensing board to meet their requirements for licensure. The majority of states require a degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, a specific number of hours of supervised experience, and a written examination. Below is a recommended list of documents to maintain and secure. While you may not need all of the documents below for licensure/certification, they may be required for employment or credentialing.

• Transcripts
• Course syllabi
• Degrees
• Certificates of continuing education
• Proof of hours of supervision
• Security clearances
• References