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For Social Work Programs

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Alliant International University has reviewed its programs to determine whether the programs meet the educational requirements for this licensure in varying states. While Alliant strives to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information about licensure requirements, students are encouraged to contact their state’s licensing agency to verify license requirements as information may be subject to change without notice.  

This information is provided in compliance with the U.S. Department of Education and the Code of Federal Regulations.

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Alabama

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Alabama. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners. 

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Alaska

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Alaska’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again. 

 

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Arizona

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Arizona’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again. 

 

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Arkansas

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Arkansas. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board. 

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California

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences for Associate Clinical Social Worker licensure.

California’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

California Board of Behavioral Sciences

Information for ASW and LCSW Applicants

California Law BPC, Division 2, Chapter 14. Social Workers

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Colorado

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Colorado’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again. 

 

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Connecticut

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Connecticut Department of Public Health for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Connecticut’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again. 

 

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Delaware

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Delaware Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Delaware’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again. 

 

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District of Columbia

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Washington DC. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the District of Columbia Department of Health, Health Regulation and Licensing Administration (HRLA). 

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Florida

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Florida’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Georgia

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Georgia. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Georgia Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage & Family Therapists.

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Hawaii

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Hawaii Professional and Vocational Licensing Division for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Hawaii’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Idaho

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Idaho Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Idaho’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Illinois

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Illinois’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Indiana

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board, Professional Licensing Agency for licensure. 

Indiana’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board

Licensure Requirements and Instructions 

Indiana Code § 25-23.6, Chapter 5. Social Workers; Licensure; Examinations

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Iowa

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Iowa. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Iowa Board of Social Work. 

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Kansas

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Kansas’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Kentucky

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Kentucky. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Kentucky Board of Social Work. 

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Louisiana

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure. 

Louisiana’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners

Applications for Licensure

State Board of Social Work Examiners Laws & Rules

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Maine

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Maine’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Maryland

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Maryland. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.

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Massachusetts

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Massachusetts’ licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Michigan

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Michigan Board of Social Workers for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Michigan’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Minnesota

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the Minnesota Board of Social Work for a temporary license. The Minnesota Board of Social Work has a temporary licensure for students graduating from programs in Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) candidacy status. 

Minnesota’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

Minnesota Board of Social Work

Temporary License Information 

Laws and Regulations

 

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Mississippi

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Mississippi. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Mississippi Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists. 

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Missouri

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Missouri Committee for Social Workers for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Missouri’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Montana

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the Montana Board of Behavioral Health for a Licensed Master's Social Worker Candidate license.

Montana’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

Montana Board of Behavioral Health

Licensed Master’s Social Work Candidate Application Checklist

Board Statute and Rule Information

 

 

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Nebraska

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Nebraska Office of Behavioral Health & Consumer Services Department of Health & Human Services for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Nebraska’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

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Nevada

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs that contain practicum or internships in Nevada. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers. 

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New Hampshire

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs that contain practicum or internships in New Hampshire. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice. 

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New Jersey

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure.

New Jersey’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners

Licensed Social Worker Application Information

Statutes and Regulations

 

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New Mexico

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in New Mexico. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners. 

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New York

Alliant is not able to recommend graduates for professional licensure in New York State and does not know whether the course or program leads to licensure requirements in New York State.

New York’s Professional Counselor licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

New York Office of the Professions, Social Work

License Requirements for Licensed Master Social Worker 

 

 

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North Carolina

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in North Carolina. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board. 

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North Dakota

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure. 

North Dakota’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners

Requirements for LMSW Licensure

Social Work Laws and Regulations 

 

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Ohio

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board for licensure.

Ohio’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board

Social Work License Application Information

Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 4757-19 Licensing and Registration of Social Workers 

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Oklahoma

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs that contain practicum or internships in Oklahoma. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. 

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Oregon

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Oregon. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers. 

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Pennsylvania

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Pennsylvania’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

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Rhode Island

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Rhode Island. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Social Work Examiners.

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South Carolina

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs that contain practicum or internships in South Carolina. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners. 

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South Dakota

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners for licensure.

South Dakota’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

South Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners

Social Work Examiners Licensing Information

Administrative Rule - ARDS 20:59

Statutes - SDCL Chapter 36-26

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Tennessee

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program meets the requirements set forth by the Tennessee Board of Social Workers for a Temporary Licensed Master Social Worker license.

Tennessee’s Social Work licensure requirements and applicable information can be found here:

Tennessee Board of Social Workers

Application for Temporary Licensed Master Social Worker

Statutes and Rules

 

 

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Texas

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Texas’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Utah

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Utah’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

 

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Vermont

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Vermont. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation: Social Workers.  

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Virginia

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Virginia Board of Social Work for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Virginia’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.

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Washington

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs that contain practicum or internships in Washington. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Washington State Department of Health: Social Worker Credentialing. 

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West Virginia

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in West Virginia. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the West Virginia Board of Social Work. 

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Wisconsin

At this time, Alliant is not authorized to offer distance education programs in Wisconsin. Therefore, Alliant has not made a determination about whether our Master of Social Work program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification set forth by the Wisconsin Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling, and Social Work Examining Board. 

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Wyoming

Alliant has determined that our Master of Social Work program does not meet the requirements set forth by the Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board for licensure. Alliant’s Master of Social Work program is in Candidacy status for accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education. When Alliant receives full CSWE accreditation for our Master of Social Work, Wyoming’s licensure requirements will be reviewed again.