Agency Mission

To safeguard the welfare of the public of the State of Oklahoma by establishing, promoting and enforcing high standards of practice for licensed social workers.

Agency Vision

To have strong public awareness of social work practices within the state. To maintain high standards that reflect best practice in the profession of social work. To ensure that qualified professionals are available to the citizens of Oklahoma.

Agency Values

• To be responsive to the needs of the potential licensees.  The OSBLSW strives to process an application for licensure within a reasonable length of time.
• To be committed to protecting the public from the aberrant practices of any licensed social work professional.
• To be sensitive to the complaints concerning a professional licensed by the agency.  Complaints in any form and from any source will be reviewed, acknowledged and adjudicated with due process to a conclusion within a reasonable period of time. 
• To perform the responsibilities of this board with integrity and professionalism.

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• Where do I find dates of meetings and trainings through OSBLSW?
• How do I register for the Supervisor Training?
• How do I obtain a duplicate wallet card?
• How do I begin supervision?
• How do I become an approved CE provider?
• How do I obtain the ASWB Candidate Handbook?
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