Michigan SB0845 modifies social work licensure by allowing experience waivers and setting new experience requirements.

Michigan SB0845 amends the social work licensure process by allowing the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to waive the examination requirement for applicants who meet specific experience criteria. The bill also introduces new experience requirements for licensed bachelor's and master's social workers, including supervised practice and additional postdegree experience. The changes aim to streamline the licensure process while ensuring qualified professionals enter the field.

Michigan SB0845 modifies social work licensure by allowing experience waivers and setting new experience requirements.

Michigan SB0845 amends the social work licensure process by allowing the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to waive the examination requirement for applicants who meet specific experience criteria. The bill also introduces new experience requirements for licensed bachelor's and master's social workers, including supervised practice and additional postdegree experience. The changes aim to streamline the licensure process while ensuring qualified professionals enter the field.