Description
Maintaining current knowledge of the social work licensing laws and regulations is the ethical responsibility of every social worker, and for supervisors this is an essential element of supervision. Maryland law and regulations define the scope of practice for the different licensing categories and their ethical responsibilities and expectations. This workshop will review the licensing process and important licensing provisions and identify how they impact practice, applicants with various social services experience, and licensees.
*Please note: Participants are encouraged to refer to the website of the Board of Social Work Examiners for the most current and detailed information regarding social work licensing: https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/Pages/default.aspx
This workshop meets the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ requirements for Supervision CEs.
Instructor
University of Maryland School of Social Work
Gisele Ferretto, MSW, LCSW-C, has over thirty-five years of social work experience in both clinical and macro practice areas. Her areas of expertise include: policy, professional ethics, supervision and leadership, confidentiality, social work and field practicum education, child welfare practice, and curriculum development. Ms. Ferretto provides consultation and training for private and public agencies in her areas of expertise. She has served on various committees and boards at the local, state, and national level, developing policy and program initiatives.
Currently, Ms. Ferretto is on the faculty at the University of Maryland School of Social Work (SSW) and serves as the director of public policy and manager of training for the Office of Field Education. During her tenure at the SSW, she has held positions in the Office of Field Education, Child Welfare Fellowship Program, Child Welfare Academy, Family Connections Baltimore, and Social Work Community Outreach Service (SWCOS). Prior to her time at the SSW, she served as an administrator at the Maryland Department of Human Services in the following programs: Child Protective Services, Office of Equal Opportunity, and the Office of Staff Development and Training. Ms. Ferretto began her social work career as a child protective services worker at the Baltimore City Department of Social Services.
Agenda & Learning Objectives
AGENDA:
12:50 pm – 1:00 pm Log On
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
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Overview of Governing Body: BSWE Board of Social Work Examiners
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Important Issues Related to Social Work Licensing
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Clarification of Terms, including Clinical Social Work Experience and Psychotherapy
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Activity: Social Services and Clinical Practice
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Process for Becoming a LCSW-C
2:30 pm – 2:45 pm Break
2:45 pm – 4:15 pm
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Differences between the BSWE and NASW Code of Ethics
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Changes to Social Work Licensing Law: Health Occupations § 19-101 et seq.
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Current Licensing Categories
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Scope of Practice and Independent Practice
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Responsibilities of LMSW who wishes to apply for LCSW-C
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Supervision Responsibilities and Standards
*Please note: Participants are encouraged to refer to the website of the Board of Social Work Examiners for the most current and detailed information regarding social work licensing. https://health.maryland.gov/bswe/Pages/default.aspx
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
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Identify the requirements for social work supervisees and board-approved social work supervisors.
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Explore the licensing requirements when applying for the LCSW-C as they relate to social service areas.
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Recognize major elements in the Social Work Licensing Act (Health Occupations § 19-101et seq) and relevant social work licensing regulations (COMAR 10.42.01, 10.42.02, 10.42.03, and 10.42.08).
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Review the scope of practice for all Social Work Licensees, including LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, and LCSW-C, as well as the “independent practice” option for LBSW or LMSW.
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Identify the difference between the NASW Code of Ethics and COMAR Ethics Regulations for Social Workers.
Bibliography & References
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
Reamer, Frederic G. (2021) Ethics and Risk Management in Online and Distance Social Work. San Diego, Cognella Academic Publishing.
Reamer, Frederic G. (2015) Risk Management in Social Work: Preventing Professional Malpractice, Liability, and Disciplinary Action. New York: Columbia University Press.
Maryland Statutes reviewed: from https://advance.lexis.com/
Maryland Regulations reviewed from http://www.dsd.state.md.us/COMAR/ComarHome.html
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COMAR 10.42.03 (Code of Ethics)
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COMAR 10.42.08 (Supervision)
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COMAR 10.42.02 (Social Work Practice)
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COMAR 10.42.02.03 (Scope of Practice)
Board of Social Work Examiners:
Late Fees and Refunds
The base price is $70, which includes CE credit.
Late Fee: On 6/27/25, a non-refundable late fee of $20 is added to the base price. Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to account credit.
Cancellations: **ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.** To be eligible for a refund or CPE account credit, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the workshop.
For more information, please read the general policies on our website.
Target Audience
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
We welcome anyone interested in the topic!
ADA Accommodations
If you are requesting ADA accommodations, please contact our office via email at least two weeks prior to the workshop date. Requests after that date may not be fulfilled.
Our email address is cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu.
Evaluation
Participants will have access to the evaluation after attendance has been verified. Evaluations will be available for one (1) week after the workshop has ended.
After one (1) week, participants will no longer have access to the evaluation and will have to contact CPE about reactivation.
