Maryland § 19-301
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 19-301, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-301.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this title, an individual shall be:
(1) Licensed by the Board before the individual may practice social work in this State while representing oneself as a social worker; or
(2) Licensed as a certified social worker–clinical before the individual may practice clinical social work in this State.
(b) This section does not apply to:
(1) Subject to subsection (d) of this section, an individual employed by any agency of the federal government while performing the duties of that employment;
(2) An individual licensed as a social worker in another state while responding to an emergency in this State;
(3) An individual who:
(i) Is licensed to practice social work in any other state;
(ii) Has an application for a license pending before the Board; and
(iii) Meets requirements established by the Board in regulations; or
(4) A student while pursuing a supervised course of study in a social work program that is accredited or is a candidate for accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education.
(c) An individual may not practice social work without a license under subsection (b)(3) of this section for more than 6 months.
(d) An individual employed by an agency of the federal government who is licensed to practice social work in the State shall comply with the provisions of this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 19-301
What does Maryland Code § 19-301 cover?
Section 19-301 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 19-301?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 19-301 apply to my situation?
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