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Last Updated: April 2026

Wisconsin Social Work Licensing

Complete guide to obtaining your social work license in Wisconsin. Requirements, fees, and step-by-step application process.

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Wisconsin has not yet enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact

Wisconsin is not currently a compact member state. Social workers moving in or out of Wisconsin need licensure by endorsement through the destination state's board. Thirty-one states have enacted the compact so far and bills are still moving in several legislatures.

Status: Not yet a compact member. Authoritative source: swcompact.org/compact-map

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4License Types
$82Application Fee
3,000Clinical Hours (LCSW)
30CE Hours / 2 Years

License Types in Wisconsin

LBSW

Licensed Bachelor Social Worker

LMSW

Licensed Master Social Worker

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

APSW

Advanced Practice Social Worker

Licensing Board

Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Official state licensing authority
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Key Requirements

Exam: ASWB examination required for all license levels
Continuing Education: 30 hours every 2 years required for renewal
Clinical Hours: 3,000 supervised clinical hours required for LCSW licensure

About Social Work in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has a strong social work workforce with diverse opportunities in urban Milwaukee/Madison areas and rural communities.

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