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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 Board of Social Work (within DC Health / Department of Health) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your social worker license from Maryland to District of Columbia
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 social workers who meet equivalent requirements.
| Requirement | Maryland (MD) | District of Columbia (DC) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $100; aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical; license fee: $75 initial license fee; supervision registration fee: Included in application; renewal fee: $100 (biennial); total initial fees: Approximately $435-$465 (application + exam + license fee); confidence: high; sources: https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/; https://agentsofchangeprep.com/blog/maryland-social-work-licensure-renewal-dates-and-ce-requirements/ | application fee: $50 (DC Board application fee for all license types); aswb exam fee: $230 (Bachelor's/Master's) or $260 (Clinical); license fee: Included in application fee; supervision registration fee: No separate fee; renewal fee: $85 (biennial, all license types); total initial fees: Approximately $280-$310 (application $50 + ASWB exam $230-$260); confidence: high; sources: https://socialworksupervisor.com/social-work-license/dc-licsw-lisw-lgsw-lswa/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; CE hours: LBSW: 30 hours per 2-year cycle; LGSW/LCSW/LCSW-C: 40 hours per 2-year cycle; Fee: LBSW: $100; LGSW: $226; LCSW-C: $301 | Period: 2 years (expires July 31 of odd-numbered years); CE hours: 40 hours of approved continuing education units; Fee: $85 |
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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