Establishes alternative routes to social worker licensure in Washington.

The bill outlines alternative pathways for obtaining a social worker license in Washington. It allows for licensure based on educational qualifications, successful completion of an approved examination, or supervised experience. It also specifies requirements for continuing education, including a minimum number of hours in professional ethics. The bill applies to various licensed social work classifications, including licensed advanced social workers, licensed independent clinical social workers, and licensed marriage and family therapists.

Establishes alternative routes to social worker licensure in Washington.

The bill outlines alternative pathways for obtaining a social worker license in Washington. It allows for licensure based on educational qualifications, successful completion of an approved examination, or supervised experience. It also specifies requirements for continuing education, including a minimum number of hours in professional ethics. The bill applies to various licensed social work classifications, including licensed advanced social workers, licensed independent clinical social workers, and licensed marriage and family therapists.