How many CE hours do licensed clinical social workers need in Illinois?

Licensed Clinical Social Workers in Illinois must complete 30 CE hours every 2 years. All social work licenses expire November 30 of odd-numbered years; the first licensure period may be less than 2 years.

Illinois Clinical Social Worker CE requirements

Licensed Clinical Social Worker — license renewal requirements, sourced from the official board.

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Renewal: All social work licenses expire November 30 of odd-numbered years; the first licensure period may be less than 2 years.

Required categories

Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care of Individuals with Alzheimer Disease and Other Dementias (if serving patients 26+)

Cultural Competence in the Practice of Social Work

Ethical Practice of Social Work

Implicit Bias Awareness

Mandated Reporter Training (within 3 months of initial licensure; at least every 3 years thereafter)

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Details

30 hours of CE during the 24 months preceding renewal. CE is not required for the first renewal of an Illinois license. Do not submit proof of CE unless asked.

Official source: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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