Social Workers · Hawaii · Continuing education
Hawaii Social Work CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- LCSW/LSW/LBSW: 45 credit hours every 3 years, including 3 h medical ethics, professionalism & law; renewal by June 30.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Hawaii LCSW/LSW/LBSW CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 45credit hours
- Renewal cycle
- 3 years
- Deadline
- Jun 30
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By June 30
- Accepted credit
- Courses approved by NASW, NASW chapters or ASWB
- New licensees
- First-time licensees are exempt from CE for the first renewal.
- Audits & records
- Random audits by the Director; proof due within 60 days of the notice. Do not submit certificates with the renewal.
- Renew online
- mypvl.dcca.hawaii.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Medical ethics, professionalism & law | 3 | every renewal |
Good to know. Applies to licensees on active status. All licenses renew triennially by June 30 regardless of issue date (2025, 2028, 2031); hours must be earned in the 3 years before renewal. Licensed by the DCCA Director (no board).
Source: cca.hawaii.gov · HRS §467E-11 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How do I verify a social worker license in Hawaii?
Use the license lookup of the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division (Social Worker Program) (cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/programs/socialworker); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
How many CE hours do social workers need in Hawaii?
45 credit hours every 3 years.
Which CE topics are mandatory for social workers in Hawaii?
Medical ethics, professionalism & law — 3 h (every renewal).
Which CE courses count for social workers in Hawaii?
Courses approved by NASW, NASW chapters or ASWB.
How do social workers report CE in Hawaii?
By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
When is the renewal deadline for social workers in Hawaii?
Licenses renew by June 30 (3 years cycle).