Certification Requirements for School Social Workers (#071)
We’re happy you’d like to support the mental health and well-being of Connecticut students. Here are the requirements for certification:
- Master's degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- A course of study in special education comprising at least 36 clock hours that includes study in:
- Understanding the growth and development of exceptional children, including handicapped and gifted and talented children and children who may require special education
- Methods for identifying, planning for, and working effectively with special-needs children in the regular classroom
Please note that requirements may change without notice.