Maryland SB18 establishes a conditional license for social work applicants when exams are unavailable.

Maryland SB18 allows the State Board of Social Work Examiners to issue a conditional license to applicants who meet education and experience requirements but cannot take the required exam. This license is valid for up to 180 days and cannot be renewed. To obtain a full license, the applicant must pass the exam or complete 1,500 hours of supervised experience. The Board must report annually on the number of conditional licenses issued and the impact on the health care workforce.

Maryland SB18 establishes a conditional license for social work applicants when exams are unavailable.

Maryland SB18 allows the State Board of Social Work Examiners to issue a conditional license to applicants who meet education and experience requirements but cannot take the required exam. This license is valid for up to 180 days and cannot be renewed. To obtain a full license, the applicant must pass the exam or complete 1,500 hours of supervised experience. The Board must report annually on the number of conditional licenses issued and the impact on the health care workforce.