Relicensure with a lapse of less than 2 years

Instructions for applicants previously licensed as Social Workers in Massachusetts with a license lapsed more than one year, but less than two years.

  1. Licenses lapsed less than 1 year; contact the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers. Do not use this application.
  2. An explanation is required on the online application explaining the circumstances under which the prior license lapsed.
  3. Compliance with the continuing education requirements must be documented. The Continuing Education form and CE documentation must be uploaded to your licensure application in the online application portal.
  4. Applicants who possess a current or expired license in another jurisdiction must submit a certified licensure verification form the original, sealed envelope from the issuing jurisdiction.
  5. A criminal history acknowledgment form (PDF) must be notarized, signed with corresponding dates, and uploaded to your licensure application in the online application portal.
  6. Applicants will be notified via email when the application has been approved or needs further attention.
  7. LICSW applicants must review the MassHealth enrollment requirement. Learn more.
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  • Relicensure fees

    US$153 application fee

    Examination registration fee will be due at registration.

    Massachusetts licensure fee will be due after requirements have been met

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ASWB office closures

ASWB offices will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

ASWB offices will also be closed for a summer break from Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 3. Please note that some activities may experience processing delays during this time period.

Most registrations, scheduling, and score reporting will continue through ASWBCentral. Requests requiring staff attention will be processed in early July. Most inquiries can expect a response within three business days of our return to the office.