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What's the difference between an MSW and LCSW? An MSW is a master's in social work degree that is a graduate degree in social work. An LCSW is a license that stands for licensed clinical social worker. LCSWs may be able to provide direct mental health services to clients in private practice and other settings.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) LCSWA licensure in North Carolina requires at least an MSW degree. Submit an application packet to the Board, including three letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and a $145 application fee.

The LCSW is a mandatory license to practice clinical social work in NC and is issued by the North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board. An associate license (LCSWA) may be issued to individuals who have not met all LCSW requirements.

The LCSW is a mandatory license to practice clinical social work in NC and is issued by the North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board. An associate license (LCSWA) may be issued to individuals who have not met all LCSW requirements.

To qualify for the LCSW license, you must document two years (24 months) of supervised clinical practice, with a minimum of 3,000 clinical practice hours, a minimum of 100 hours of supervision and passing of the ASWB Clinical exam.

To qualify for the LCSW license, you must document two years (24 months) of supervised clinical practice, with a minimum of 3,000 clinical practice hours, a minimum of 100 hours of supervision and passing of the ASWB Clinical exam.

Appropriate supervision means that provided by a supervisor who is an LCSW with a MSW degree from a CSWE accredited program and two years of post LCSW clinical practice experience, and who is in good standing with this Board (not under discipline).

Supervisor qualifications The minimum qualifications for supervisors include: Must be a licensed clinical social worker, clinical psychologist licensed in Oregon or a psychiatrist licensed in Oregon. (the latter two only for up to half of the required supervision hours)