School Social Worker License in Delaware

Delaware's regulatory data identifies the School Social Worker license, which is distinct from the clinical social work license. This school-focused credential unusually does not list continuing education or specific degree requirements in the regulatory database, though a third-party exam is required. Delaware separately licenses clinical social workers through the Board of Social Work Examiners, offering LCSW and LMSW credentials. The school social worker role typically requires a master's degree in social work and certification through the Delaware Department of Education. Delaware is a small state with relatively few CSWE-accredited programs, so many practitioners obtain their degrees from neighboring states such as Pennsylvania and Maryland. Delaware's demand for social workers is concentrated in the Wilmington metro area and in school districts statewide. The state has been exploring participation in the Social Work Licensure Compact to improve cross-border practice with neighboring states. Background checks are required for all social work license types.