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Sample article - How Childhood Cancer Influenced a Path to Social Work

Nov 04, 2019

by Chris Woodley September is recognized as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Childhood Cancer Organization, more than 300,000 children up to age 19 worldwide are diagnosed annually with cancer. In addition, one in 285 children in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer before their 20th birthday. One Master of Social Work Advanced Standing student and her family experienced the trials of childhood cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. But this experience influenced her decision to study and pursue a career in social work. Harleigh Sohler was a 15-year old high school freshman in ...

Important Information from the Board

Nov 01, 2019

The Board of Social Work Examiners reviews applicants' credentials and licenses social workers in the state. The board licenses three levels of social workers: (1) licensed baccalaureate social workers; (2) licensed master social workers; and (3) licensed independent social workers, in clinical practice or advanced practice. In addition, the Board qualifies Licensed Independent Social Workers as Supervisors in clinical or advanced practice. It investigates complaints and disciplines when necessary. SC LLR can assist you with examination information and materials, continuing education requirements and opportunities, licensure applicatio...