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        Academy of Certified Social Workers Credential (ACSW)
        Certification Description
        The Academy of Certified Social Workers was established in 1960 and remains the most widely recognized and respected social work credential. Social workers who hold the ACSW are qualified providers of social services. Social workers who hold the ACSW have: A current NASW membership; A master's degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE); Documented two years of postgraduate social work employment and professional supervision by an MSW credentialed supervisor; Provided professional evaluations that validate their knowledge, understanding, and application of social work principles and values from an MSW supervisor and two social work colleagues; Verified 20 hours of relevant continuing education; and Agreed to adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and NASW Standards for Continuing Professional Education, and are subject to the NASW adjudication process. NASW professional credentials and specialty certifications provide recognition to those who have met national standards for higher levels of experience and knowledge, and are not a substitute for required state licenses or certifications.
        Certifying Organization
        National Association of Social Workers
        https://www.socialworkers.org/
        Certification Details
        • More than two years of education or training after high school required?    Yes
        • More than two years of work experience required?    Yes
        • Oral or Written Exam Required?    Yes
        • Renewal Required?    Every 2 Year(s)
        • Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?    Yes
        • Renew through Re-Examination?    No
        • Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?    No
        • Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?    No
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        Academy of Certified Social Workers Credential Website