• Description:

Helps individuals and families solve personal and family problems using special knowledge of social resources, human capabilities, and the part that motivation plays. Applies social work theory, knowledge, methods, and ethics to restore social functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Under supervision, may include the practices reserved for clinical social workers. Psychotherapy is not within the scope of practice.

• Licensing Agency:

VERMONT SECRETARY OF STATE
Office of Professional Regulation
Social Workers
89 Main Street
3rd floor
Montpelier, VT 05620
Contact:  https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/about-opr/contact-us/
Web site:  https://sos.vermont.gov/social-workers/

• Licensing Requirments:

License Type:	Stand-alone license
Exam:	Both state and third-party exams required
Education:	Degree required
Continuing Education:	Continuing education required
Certification:	No mention of certification
Experience:	No experience required
Criminal Record:	Specific type of conviction prohibited
Physical Requirements:	No physical requirements
Active Military/Veterans:	Alternate requirements for active duty military spouses

• Occupations that may require this license:

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Healthcare Social Workers

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

last update: January 2023