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Hawaii social work license requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

We've listed some of the most common questions and answers for Hawaii social worker continuing education.

How many CE hours does Hawaii require for social workers?

  • LBSW
    • 45 hours every 3 years
    • Licenses expire on 6/30 every 3 years
  • LSW
    • 45 hours every 3 years
    • Licenses expire on 6/30 every 3 years
  • LCSW 
    • 45 hours every 3 years 
    • Licenses expire on 6/30 every 3 years

Can I use this site to earn my continuing education hours?

  • Yes. We are an ASWB ACE provider, and the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs accepts courses approved by ASWB ACE.

Other Information

LBSW/LSW/LCSW:

  • There is no limit to the number of continuing education hours that can be completed online.
  • 3 hours of ethics each renewal period 

Refer to your regulatory agency for the most current information about your continuing education requirements. 

Approval Organizations

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Association of Social Work Boards ACE Provider

Continued, provider #1742, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 03/27/2024 – 03/27/2027.