Social Workers · Ohio · Continuing education
Ohio Social Work CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- LISW/LSW30 clock hours every 2 years, including 3 h medical ethics, professionalism & law, 3 h clinical supervision; renewal on the anniversary of your license date.
- SWA15 clock hours every 2 years; renewal on the anniversary of your license date.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 30, 2026
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03 Requirements
Ohio LISW/LSW CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30clock hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- License anniversary
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the anniversary of your license date
- Accepted credit
- Programs meeting OAC 4757-9-05 and 4757-9-06: board-approved providers/programs, programs approved by other states' boards issuing the same license types, programs offered/approved by national associations representing the professions, qualifying college courses; authoring (max 10 h) and presentations/teaching (max 10 h per period).
- Carryover
- No banking: effective July 1, 2026, excess hours from the prior renewal period can no longer be applied (previously up to 12).
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Medical ethics, professionalism & law | 3 | every renewal |
| Clinical supervisionIndependent social workers with supervision endorsement (S) | 3 | every renewal |
Good to know. All hours may be earned by distance learning (OAC 4757-9-04(F)). License expires two years from issue or renewal (OAC 4757-7-01). LISWs may claim up to 6 hours of qualifying volunteer service.
Source: codes.ohio.gov · Ohio Adm.Code 4757-9-01, 4757-9-04, 4757-9-06; 4757-7-01; R.C. 4757.33 · checked Oct 30, 2026
Ohio SWA CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 15clock hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- License anniversary
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the anniversary of your license date
- Accepted credit
- Programs meeting OAC 4757-9-05 and 4757-9-06: board-approved providers/programs, programs approved by other states' boards issuing the same license types, programs offered/approved by national associations representing the professions, qualifying college courses; authoring (max 10 h) and presentations/teaching (max 10 h per period).
- Carryover
- No banking: effective July 1, 2026, excess hours from the prior renewal period can no longer be applied (previously up to 12).
Good to know. Registered social work assistants: 15 hours per renewal. All hours may be earned by distance learning (OAC 4757-9-04(F)). License expires two years from issue or renewal (OAC 4757-7-01).
Source: codes.ohio.gov · Ohio Adm.Code 4757-9-01, 4757-9-04, 4757-9-06; 4757-7-01; R.C. 4757.33 · checked Oct 30, 2026
04 Questions
How do I verify a social worker license in Ohio?
Use the license lookup of the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board (cswmft.ohio.gov); 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 Ohio?
LISW/LSW: 30 clock hours every 2 years. SWA: 15 clock hours every 2 years.
Which CE topics are mandatory for social workers in Ohio?
LISW/LSW: Medical ethics, professionalism & law — 3 h (every renewal); Clinical supervision — 3 h (every renewal).
Which CE courses count for social workers in Ohio?
LISW/LSW: Programs meeting OAC 4757-9-05 and 4757-9-06: board-approved providers/programs, programs approved by other states' boards issuing the same license types, programs offered/approved by national associations representing the professions, qualifying college courses; authoring (max 10 h) and presentations/teaching (max 10 h per period). SWA: Programs meeting OAC 4757-9-05 and 4757-9-06: board-approved providers/programs, programs approved by other states' boards issuing the same license types, programs offered/approved by national associations representing the professions, qualifying college courses; authoring (max 10 h) and presentations/teaching (max 10 h per period).
How do social workers report CE in Ohio?
LISW/LSW: By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit. SWA: By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
When is the renewal deadline for social workers in Ohio?
LISW/LSW: Licenses renew on the anniversary of your license date (2 years cycle). SWA: Licenses renew on the anniversary of your license date (2 years cycle).