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This bill amends the "Social Workers' Licensing Act of 1991" to create an alternative pathway for social workers seeking licensure or certification by allowing the State Board of Social Work Examiners to substitute work experience for certain requirements, including examinations. Specifically, the bill permits individuals to apply for any level of licensure, even if they weren't originally trained for it or issued that specific license, as long as the board determines, based on submitted educational and experiential records, that the applicant's background is satisfactory and demonstrates competency for roles such as a licensed clinical social worker, licensed social worker, or certified social worker. The board is also tasked with creating the necessary rules and regulations to implement these changes, which will take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2473