Welcome to the Board of Social Work Examiners
Fraud Alert: We have been made aware of fraudulent emails and phone calls that appear to come from our office but are actually from scammers. Please know that DOPL will not call or email you to request payments, Social Security numbers, or any other sensitive personal information. If you are uncertain whether a communication is legitimate, please hang up or ignore the message. You can verify your license/registration details by logging into your account at edopl.idaho.gov or contact us directly at our main line 208-334-3233.
Big changes are on the way! Beginning October 14th, the Board of Social Work Examiners will begin transitioning to biennial licensure. Click this link to determine how and when your renewal cycle will be impacted, and to review other helpful FAQs.
Please contact us with any questions via email swo@dopl.idaho.gov or phone (208) 334-3233.
To apply for the Interstate Mental or Behavioral Telehealth Registration click here.
Additional Board Information
| 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:
To make an online disciplinary actions payment, please click here.
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.
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)
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.
APPLICANT – ENDORSEMENT Biennial 230.00 Annual 160.00
*Broken out as 70.00 application fee, 80.00 license fee per year.
APPLICANT – EXAM
LMSW/LSW and LCSW Upgrade Biennial 210.00 Annual 140.00
*Broken out as 70.00 application fee, 70.00 license fee per year.
RENEWAL
LCSW – RENEWAL Biennial 180.00 Annual 90.00
REINSTATEMENT PENALTY 35.00
LSW and LMSW – RENEWAL Biennial 160.00 Annual 80.00
REINSTATEMENT PENALTY 35.00
TELEHEALTH REGISTRATION APPLICATION $35.00 *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.
INACTIVE LCSW – RENEWAL Biennial 90.00 Annual 45.00
REINSTATEMENT PENALTY 35.00
INACTIVE LSW and LMSW – RENEWAL Biennial 80.00 Annual 40.00
REINSTATEMENT PENALTY 35.00
OTHER FEES
CERTIFICATION FEE 10.00
Board News
- 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
- 7/3/2024 - Test Mastery Inclusion Program Extended to All Registered Exam Candidates
- 5/6/2024 - The Social Work Census is now live!