

This certificate is only valid for a 24-month period and cannot be renewed.Īpplicants for Wisconsin social work licensure must have at least a bachelor's degree in social work to be considered, unless they apply for licensure through the SWTC route. Wisconsin also issues a social worker training certificate (SWTC) for graduates who did not earn a social work degree but who wish to pursue a career in the field. The three other Wisconsin licenses include certified social worker (CSW), advanced practice social worker (CAPSW), and licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Wisconsin issues a certified independent social worker (CISW) license for social workers who plan on entering private practices.

Like many other states, Wisconsin issues four types of social work licenses, although the licenses go by slightly different names. The Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling, and Social Work Board of the Department of Safety and Professional Services is the regulating authority for social workers in Wisconsin.
