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Covers: Social Worker
Administered by Social Work Licensure Compact Commission · Established 2022
Active Members
27
states + DC
Not Members
24
states
Professions
1
covered
Established
2022
year founded
The Social Work Licensure Compact allows licensed social workers to practice across state lines in member states. This is especially important for social workers who provide telehealth services or work near state borders, enabling them to serve clients in multiple states.
27 of 51 jurisdictions are active members. Click any state to view full licensing requirements.
| State | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Active Member | Alabama has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states who hold an … |
| Arizona | Active Member | Arizona has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states who hold an … |
| Arkansas | Active Member | Arkansas has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states who hold an… |
| Colorado | Active Member | Colorado enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact (HB24-1002). Multistate licenses are expected to be available in 2026 once compact implementation i… |
| Connecticut | Active Member | Connecticut has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. Multistate licenses are expected to become available in 2026. License by endorsement is als… |
| Delaware | Active Member | Delaware has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. Multistate licenses are expected to be available in 2026 once compact implementation is comple… |
| Georgia | Active Member | Georgia does NOT offer traditional reciprocity. Out-of-state applicants must have taken ASWB exam and meet all GA requirements. Georgia has enacted So… |
| Iowa | Active Member | Iowa has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact, facilitating interstate practice. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from … |
| Kansas | Active Member | Kansas has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact, facilitating interstate practice. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners fro… |
| Kentucky | Active Member | Must have 5+ years active practice in clinical social work, OR meet all KY requirements; must supply transcript, ASWB scores, license verification |
| Louisiana | Active Member | Louisiana has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact, facilitating interstate practice. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners … |
| Maine | Active Member | Maine has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact, facilitating interstate practice. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from… |
| Maryland | Active Member | Maryland joined the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact in 2025 (SB174, signed by Governor Moore). License by endorsement is also available for p… |
| Minnesota | Active Member | Minnesota has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states. |
| Mississippi | Active Member | Mississippi has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states. |
| Missouri | Active Member | Missouri was one of the first states to enact the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-c… |
| Nebraska | Active Member | No formal reciprocity — but will issue credentials to out-of-state social workers meeting NE standards + 1 year of practice under current license. Neb… |
| New Hampshire | Active Member | New Hampshire has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states who me… |
| Ohio | Active Member | Ohio has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states. |
| Rhode Island | Active Member | Rhode Island offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other … |
| South Dakota | Active Member | South Dakota is a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact and was one of the first seven states to enact it. |
| Tennessee | Active Member | Tennessee is a member of the Social Work Interstate Compact, which facilitates license mobility between member states. License by endorsement is also … |
| Utah | Active Member | No formal reciprocity; LCSW endorsement: must have been practicing under current license for at least 4,000 hours (1,000 in direct therapy) to qualify |
| Vermont | Active Member | Vermont is a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states. |
| Virginia | Active Member | Virginia offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other stat… |
| Washington | Active Member | Washington is a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact and was one of the first seven states to enact it. License by endorsement is also availabl… |
| West Virginia | Active Member | West Virginia offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other… |
| Alaska | Not a Member | Alaska offers licensure by credentials for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. Separate application forms exist for licensur… |
| California | Not a Member | No formal reciprocity; Out-of-state via Path B — must meet all CA requirements including 66-81 coursework hours; must pass CA Law and Ethics Exam + AS… |
| District of Columbia | Not a Member | The District of Columbia has not enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact as of March 2026. License by endorsement is available for out-of-state soci… |
| Florida | Not a Member | Florida does NOT offer reciprocity. Out-of-state applicants may apply by endorsement — must provide license verification, transcripts, ASWB scores, an… |
| Hawaii | Not a Member | Hawaii offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other states… |
| Idaho | Not a Member | Idaho offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers with an active license and who have passed the ASWB at the appropriate level. Appl… |
| Illinois | Not a Member | Illinois offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers. Illinois introduced HB2473 in February 2025 to enact the Social Work Licensure… |
| Indiana | Not a Member | Indiana offers license by reciprocity for out-of-state LBSW, LSW, and LCSW holders. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other states. Indiana is NOT a … |
| Massachusetts | Not a Member | Massachusetts offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other… |
| Michigan | Not a Member | Michigan offers licensure by endorsement. If licensed out of state for 10+ years, can qualify directly; if fewer than 10 years, must document 4,000 ho… |
| Montana | Not a Member | Montana offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. Montana has not enacted the Social Work Licens… |
| Nevada | Not a Member | Nevada offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. Nevada has not enacted the Social Work Licensur… |
| New Jersey | Not a Member | New Jersey has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states. NJ requi… |
| New Mexico | Not a Member | New Mexico offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. New Mexico has not enacted the Social Work … |
| New York | Not a Member | Endorsement available for LCSW with 10+ years of practice in 15 years prior to application; must have been licensed under similar requirements. New Yo… |
| North Carolina | Not a Member | Social Work Licensure Compact legislation signed in 2025 — but no automatic reciprocity yet. License by endorsement is also available for practitioner… |
| North Dakota | Not a Member | Reciprocity available for out-of-state licensees with active license in good standing. North Dakota has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. Rec… |
| Oklahoma | Not a Member | Oklahoma has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact (one of 31 member states). Multistate licenses expected to become available in 2026. License by… |
| Oregon | Not a Member | Oregon does NOT offer reciprocity or endorsement — all applicants must meet same requirements. However, out-of-state applicants need not repeat ASWB e… |
| Pennsylvania | Not a Member | Pennsylvania has NOT enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement available for out-of-state social workers. Must provide letter … |
| South Carolina | Not a Member | South Carolina offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent requirements. ASWB exam scores are accepted from othe… |
| Texas | Not a Member | Texas is NOT a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. Texas offers license by endorsement for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent re… |
| Wisconsin | Not a Member | Wisconsin is NOT a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement available for out-of-state social workers who meet equivalent r… |
| Wyoming | Not a Member | Wyoming is NOT a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. License by endorsement is available. |
State membership data verified against official compact website and state licensing board records. Last updated: March 2026.
Licensed social workers who meet the compact's requirements can obtain a multistate license privilege to practice in other member states. The compact covers all major social work license levels (LBSW, LMSW, LCSW). Practitioners maintain their home state license and use compact privileges for interstate practice, including both in-person and telehealth services.
For the most current requirements, visit the official SW Compact website.
These 24 jurisdictions are not currently members of the Social Work Licensure Compact. Professionals must obtain a separate license to practice in these states.
Alaska, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin, Wyoming
The Social Work Licensure Compact allows licensed social workers to practice across state lines in member states. This is especially important for social workers who provide telehealth services or work near state borders, enabling them to serve clients in multiple states.
As of 2026, 27 states are active members of the Social Work Licensure Compact: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, and 17 more.
Licensed social workers who meet the compact's requirements can obtain a multistate license privilege to practice in other member states. The compact covers all major social work license levels (LBSW, LMSW, LCSW). Practitioners maintain their home state license and use compact privileges for interst…
No, California is not currently a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. Professionals must obtain a separate California license to practice there.
No, Texas is not currently a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. Professionals must obtain a separate Texas license to practice there.
No, Florida is not currently a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. Professionals must obtain a separate Florida license to practice there.
No, New York is not currently a member of the Social Work Licensure Compact. Professionals must obtain a separate New York license to practice there.