Pennsylvania Licensed Social Worker CE
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Pennsylvania Licensed Social Workers
Longevity and Healthy Aging: Interprofessional Counseling and Referral
3.0 Credits / CME HoursText-based
Postpartum Depression Screening, Assessment, and Treatment
3.0 Credits / CME HoursText-based
Integrative Approaches to Chronic Disease: Biopsychosocial Tools for Multi-Professional Clinical Practice
1.0 Credit / CME HourText-based
Medication Treatment, Behavioral Health, and Adjunctive Manual Therapy Across the Lifespan
3.0 Credits / CME HoursText-based
Clinical Supervision Essentials: Compliance, Competency, and Client-Centered Care: 4-Hour Supervisor Training Course
4.0 Credits / CME HoursText-based
Human Trafficking for Healthcare Professionals: The South Carolina Standard
1.0 Credit / CME HourText-based
Recognizing and Responding to Ebola Virus Disease: A Clinician’s Guide
1.0 Credit / CME HourText-based
Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG): Clinical Basics for Healthcare Professionals
1.0 Credit / CME HourText-based
Popular Health Trends: Keto Diet, Intermittent Fasting, Blue Zones, Animal-Based Diets
2.0 Credits / CME HoursText-based
Neurofibromatosis Type 1: Beyond Skin Findings, What Clinicians Need to Know
1.0 Credit / CME HourText-based
Human Trafficking: Clinical Recognition, Documentation, and Intervention
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State requirements for Pennsylvania Licensed Social Workers
3 hours in Ethics
2 hours in Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting (Act 31)
1 hour in Suicide Prevention
Pennsylvania Licensed Social Worker Standard Renewal Requirements: Licensed Social Workers in Pennsylvania must renew their licenses biennially by February 28 of odd-numbered years, completing 30 clock hours of continuing education approved by the Board. While there is no live CE requirement, licensees must complete specific mandatory training: 1 hour in suicide prevention, 2 hours in child abuse recognition and reporting from Board/DHS-approved providers, and 3 hours in professional ethics. Renewal must be completed online through the Pennsylvania Licensing System (PALS) with a $95 fee. Renewal Guide PDF Department Site
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First-time renewal: Licensees who have received their initial license during the current biennium are exempt from the full 30-hour CE requirement but must complete at least 2 hours of child abuse recognition and reporting training. Renewal Guide PDF
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Documentation & audit: Licensees must retain CE certificates for 4 years; audits may request proof of compliance during the renewal period. Certificates must include detailed course information including live/online status. Renewal Guide PDF
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Exemptions & waivers: New licensees within the biennial period are exempt from the full CE except for child abuse training. No other waiver information available. Renewal Guide PDF
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Renewal logistics: Renewal applications are accepted 60 days before expiration, with a $95 fee. No info on grace period or late fees found. Renewal is through the PALS system only. PALS Renewal Portal
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