Social Workers · Missouri · Continuing education
Missouri Social Work CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- LCSW/LMSW/LBSW/LAMSW: 30 clock hours every 2 years, including 2 h human trafficking (before the first renewal), 3 h medical ethics, professionalism & law, 2 h suicide prevention; renewal by September 30.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Missouri LCSW/LMSW/LBSW/LAMSW CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30clock hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Sep 30
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By September 30
- Accepted credit
- Committee-approved courses/providers (approved course list on MOPRO) and other social work CE per 20 CSR 2263-2.082; self-study allowed and listed separately on the summary sheet
- New licensees
- Hours are prorated for the first renewal.
- Audits & records
- Summary sheet of CE signed as an attestation; documentation required if audited. Inactive renewal needs no CE.
- Renew online
- mopro.mo.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Human traffickingEffective Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2031: 2 h at the first renewal after initial licensure, then 1 h each renewal | 2 | before the first renewal |
| Medical ethics, professionalism & lawEthics presented by a social worker from an accredited school or a professional knowledgeable in social work ethics | 3 | every renewal |
| Suicide preventionSuicide assessment, referral, treatment and management training | 2 | every renewal |
Good to know. Licenses expire September 30 (check expiration date on license); 24-month term per RSMo 337.618. Carryover of hours is referenced on the summary sheet but not detailed on board pages.
Source: pr.mo.gov · RSMo 337.618; 20 CSR 2263-2.082 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How do I verify a social worker license in Missouri?
Use the license lookup of the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers (pr.mo.gov/socialworkers.asp); 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 Missouri?
30 clock hours every 2 years.
Which CE topics are mandatory for social workers in Missouri?
Human trafficking — 2 h (before the first renewal); Medical ethics, professionalism & law — 3 h (every renewal); Suicide prevention — 2 h (every renewal).
Which CE courses count for social workers in Missouri?
Committee-approved courses/providers (approved course list on MOPRO) and other social work CE per 20 CSR 2263-2.082; self-study allowed and listed separately on the summary sheet.
How do social workers report CE in Missouri?
By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
When is the renewal deadline for social workers in Missouri?
Licenses renew by September 30 (2 years cycle).