Welcome to the Board of Social Work Examiners
As of October 14, 2025, this Board has begun transitioning to biennial licensure. Click the Board News link to learn how your renewal cycle will be affected and to review other helpful FAQs.
To apply for the Interstate Mental or Behavioral Telehealth Registration click here.
Please contact us with any questions via email OL-Licensing@dopl.idaho.gov or phone (208) 334-3233.
Additional Board Information
General Information of Interest
The following list includes web page links or other information regarding professional, educational, and governmental entities that may be of interest.
Idaho Chapter – National Association of Social Workers
National Association of Social Workers(NASW)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Am I required to get a license in Idaho?
A: Please refer to Idaho Code 54-3214.
Q: Do I have to take an exam if I hold a current social work license in another state?
A: Please refer to Rule 100.04.
Q: Can I apply for licensure with a degree in a related field that is similar to a social work degree?
A: No, you must have a degree in social work from an accredited social work program. Please refer to Idaho Code 54-3206.
Q: I just graduated from school or will be graduating at the end of the current semester. What do I need to do to sit for the examination and obtain my license?
A: You must submit a complete application to this office along with the required documentation and fee(s)before you are eligible to sit for the ASWB national exam. Once your application has been processed you will receive a letter with instructions for exam registration. Your license will be issued once you have passed the exam and our office has received your official exam score, official transcript with the degree posted, and all other requirements have been verified.
Q: Does Idaho have temporary licenses?
A: No. Licensure as a social worker is available through either endorsement or examination.
Forms
Addendum One for Exam Applications – Graduation Date Notification
Criminal Conviction Disclosure Form
Clinical Supervision Reports – to be submitted with Clinical Social Work application
Request for Certification of License
REQUEST FOR OFFICIAL LICENSE/REGISTRATION CERTIFICATION
Requirements for license certification vary by state, so check with the state you’re applying to before requesting certification from Idaho. Both options below are available through your Online Services Account: log in, select “Menu” on the tile for the relevant license, then choose one of the following.
Option 1: Letter of Good Standing (Free)
Contains all public information (excludes exam scores). Select “Request a Good Standing Letter.”
Option 2: Certified Licensure History Letter ($10 fee)
Use this if the receiving state doesn’t accept web-based certifications or requires information not included in the free letter (e.g., exam scores). Select “Request a Certified Licensure History Letter,” then answer the prompted question and complete payment.
Requesting Duplicates
The license/registration issued to you by the Division is public proof that you are entitled to pursue certain activities regulated by Idaho Law. If your license/registration becomes lost or destroyed, you may print a new copy through your Online Services account.
Fees
Applicant Fees:
| Biennial | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Applicant – Endorsement | $230.00 | $150.00 |
| Applicant – Exam (LMSW/LSW and LCSW Upgrade) | $210.00 | $140.00 |
Renewal Fees:
| Biennial | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| LCSW – Renewal | $180.00 | $90.00 |
| LSW and LMSW – Renewal | $160.00 | $80.00 |
| Inactive LCSW – Renewal | $90.00 | $45.00 |
| Inactive LSW and LMSW – Renewal | $80.00 | $40.00 |
Reinstatement Penalty : $35
Telehealth Registration : $35 *Please note this registration is not renewable. You may apply for a new telehealth registration once the current telehealth registration has expired. The registration will need to expire before you can begin the process of applying for a new one.
Discipline
To make an online disciplinary actions payment, please click here.
Board Members
| Name | Position | Expiration | Original Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|
| April Christenson | Public Member | July 1, 2029 | September 3, 2019 |
| Alejandro Zamora | LCSW | July 1, 2029 | December 23, 2019 |
| Brandi S Warnke | LCSW | July 1, 2027 | May 2, 2023 |
| Greg L Ullmann | LSW | July 1, 2028 | November 9, 2023 |
| Priscilla S Bake | LMSW | July 1, 2029 | July 1, 2024 |
| Diane T Stephens | LSW | July 1, 2029 | October 15, 2025 |
Related Links:
Board News
- 3/9/2026 - Pilot program for online exam proctoring
- 12/11/2025 - Upcoming Changes to the Social Work Licensing Exams
- 10/2/2025 - Fraud Alert – emails and phone calls that appear to come from our office but are actually from scammers
- 8/25/2025 - Big changes are on the way! Stay informed about important licensure updates that may impact your renewal cycle
- 2/27/2025 - ASWB Exam Administration Changes