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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council -- Social Work directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your social worker license from Arkansas to Texas
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 requirements. ASWB exam scores are accepted from other states. Texas Jurisprudence Examination is required.
| Requirement | Arkansas (AR) | Texas (TX) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements● | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $100 ($105.50 online with processing fee); aswb exam fee: $230 for Bachelor's/Master's; $260 for Clinical; license fee: Included in application fee; background check fee: Arkansas State Police fingerprint check ($37.75); supervision registration fee: Supervision Plan must be submitted on Board-approved form within 60 days; no fee specified in fee schedule for supervision plan submission.; renewal fee: $80 (cashier's check or money order only — no personal checks); total initial fees: Approximately $370-$435 (application + exam + background check); confidence: high; sources: https://socialworksupervisor.com/social-work-license/ar-lcsw-lmsw-lsw/; https://careersinpsychology.org/how-to-become-a-social-worker-in-arkansas/ | application fee: $107; aswb exam fee: $230 for Bachelor's/Master's; $260 for Clinical; license fee: $102; supervision registration fee: $50; renewal fee: LBSW/LMSW $86; LMSW-AP/LCSW $106; penalty fees if license expires; total initial fees: Approximately $481 (application $70 + exam $260 + jurisprudence $39 + license $102 + background check); confidence: medium; sources: https://bhec.texas.gov/texas-state-board-of-social-worker-examiners/applying-for-a-social-work-license/; https://texassocialwork.org/become-a-social-worker-in-texas/license-requirements/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 48 hours per renewal period for all license levels; Fee: $80 (cashier's check or money order only — no personal checks) | Period: 2 years; CE hours: 30; Fee: LBSW/LMSW $86; LMSW-AP/LCSW $106; penalty fees if license expires |
Data verified as of 2026-03-24. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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