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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 Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners (LABSWE) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your social worker license from Mississippi to Louisiana
Louisiana has enacted the Social Work Licensure Compact, facilitating interstate practice. License by endorsement is also available for practitioners from non-compact states who meet equivalent requirements. Social worker licensed 5+ years in another state with 6,000+ hours in behavioral health may qualify for reciprocal license.
| Requirement | Mississippi (MS) | Louisiana (LA) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $80 supervision contract + exam fees; aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical; license fee: Included in application; supervision registration fee: $80 (Contract for Supervision filing fee); renewal fee: $110 (biennial, by April 30); total initial fees: Approximately $307-$397 (application + processing + exam + supervision registration); confidence: high; sources: https://www.swmft.ms.gov/; https://agentsofchangeprep.com/blog/mississippi-social-work-licensure-renewal-dates-and-ce-requirements/ | application fee: $75; aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical; license fee: Included in application fee; supervision registration fee: Included in application; background check fee: $39.25; renewal fee: $75 (annual, by August 31; $150 if late); total initial fees: Approximately $372-$402 for LCSW (application + background check + exam fee); confidence: high; sources: https://www.labswe.org/; https://www.labswe.org/renewal-instructions/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years (LSW by September 30; LMSW/LCSW by April 30); CE hours: 40; Fee: LSW: $75; LMSW/LCSW: $110 | Period: Annual renewal; credentials lapse August 31 if not renewed; cancelled if not renewed by February 28; CE hours: 20; Fee: RSW: $25; CSW/LMSW: $50; LCSW/LCSW-BACS: $75 (annually) |
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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