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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 Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your social worker license from New Hampshire to Maine
Maine 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.
| Requirement | New Hampshire (NH) | Maine (ME) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $150; aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical; license fee: $135 (upon approval); supervision registration fee: $25 (Supervisory Agreement Form fee); renewal fee: $275-$298 (biennial); total initial fees: Approximately $570 (application + exam + license + supervision registration); confidence: high; sources: https://agentsofchangeprep.com/blog/new-hampshire-social-work-licensure-renewal-dates-and-ce-requirements/ | application fee: $25 application + $70 license + $21 background check; aswb exam fee: $260 for Clinical; license fee: $70; background check fee: $21; supervision registration fee: Included in application; renewal fee: $70 (biennial); total initial fees: Approximately $346-$376 (application + license + background check + exam fee); confidence: high; sources: https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/state-board-social-worker-licensure; https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/state-board-social-worker-licensure/licensing-and-forms |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: Annual renewal, but 36 CE hours every 2 years (despite annual renewal); CE hours: 30-40 hours per 2-year cycle (sources vary; some say 30, others say 40); Fee: $275-$298 | Period: 2 years (biennial); CE hours: 25; Fee: $70 (all license levels) |
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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