New Jersey S2473 allows the substitution of work experience for certain requirements to obtain social work licensure and certification.

New Jersey S2473 amends the “Social Workers’ Licensing Act of 1991” to introduce a new pathway for social workers to obtain licensure and certification. The bill permits applicants to substitute work experience for certain requirements, allowing them to apply for licensure without examination if their education and experience are deemed satisfactory by the State Board of Social Work Examiners. The board is authorized to determine the sufficiency of an applicant's education and experience, providing a flexible approach to meeting licensure criteria.

New Jersey S2473 allows the substitution of work experience for certain requirements to obtain social work licensure and certification.

New Jersey S2473 amends the “Social Workers’ Licensing Act of 1991” to introduce a new pathway for social workers to obtain licensure and certification. The bill permits applicants to substitute work experience for certain requirements, allowing them to apply for licensure without examination if their education and experience are deemed satisfactory by the State Board of Social Work Examiners. The board is authorized to determine the sufficiency of an applicant's education and experience, providing a flexible approach to meeting licensure criteria.