NRS 641B.220
Social worker: Qualifications

  • licensing of associate
  • supervision of another social worker.

1.

The Board shall grant a license to engage in social work as a social worker to any applicant who possesses the preliminary qualifications set forth in NRS 641B.200 and who:

(a)

Possesses a baccalaureate degree or master’s degree in social work from a college or university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or which is a candidate for such accreditation.

(b)

Passes an examination prescribed by the Board.

2.

The Board shall grant a license to engage in social work as a social worker to an applicant licensed as an associate in social work who:

(a)

Possesses the preliminary qualifications set forth in NRS 641B.200;

(b)

Possesses a baccalaureate degree or master’s degree in a related field, or has completed equivalent course work in a related field;

(c)

Completes 3,000 hours of employment in Nevada as an associate in social work; and

(d)

Passes an examination prescribed by the Board.

3.

A person who is granted a license to engage in social work as a social worker pursuant to subsection 1 or 2 may supervise another person engaged in the practice of social work.

Source: Section 641B.220 — Social worker: Qualifications; licensing of associate; supervision of another social worker., https://www.­leg.­state.­nv.­us/NRS/NRS-641B.­html#NRS641BSec220.

Last Updated

Jun. 24, 2021

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