Montana social work license requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How many CE hours does Montana require for social workers?

LBSW/LMSW/ LCSW: 20 hours every year. Licenses expire on 12/31 annually.

Can I take my continuing education through Continued Social Work?

Yes. Courses on Continued may be used to meet continuing education requirements for social workers licensed in Montana.

Other Information

LBSW/LMSW/LCSW:

There is no limit to the number of continuing education hours that can be completed online.
First renewals are exempt from continuing education requirements.
2 hours of suicide prevention every two years. Continued offers courses that may meet the suicide prevention requirement.

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

Approval Organizations

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.