New Mexico § 61-31-4.1 Licensed independent social worker; licensure;

New Mexico Statutes

§ 61-31-4.1 — Licensed independent social worker; licensure;

New Mexico § 61-31-4.1

Ch. 61Professional and Occupational Licenses

Art. 31Social Work Practice

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N.M. Stat. Ann. § 61-31-4.1 (2026).

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qualifications. (Repealed effective July 1, 2032.) After receipt of an application, requisite fees and documentation in accordance with board rules, the board shall issue in a timely manner a license to practice as a licensed independent social worker to an individual who: A. is at least eighteen years of age; B. possesses at least a master's degree in social work from a graduate program of social work accredited by a recognized association; C. completed post-graduate social work hours and experience as an employee or independent worker under appropriate supervision; D. is trained in New Mexico cultures; E. passed a jurisprudence examination; and F. passed an examination approved by the board, including an advanced generalist examination administered by a nonprofit association composed of 

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qualifications. (Repealed effective July 1, 2032.) After receipt of an application, requisite fees and documentation in accordance with board rules, the board shall issue in a timely manner a license to practice as a licensed independent social worker to an individual who: A. is at least eighteen years of age; B. possesses at least a master's degree in social work from a graduate program of social work accredited by a recognized association; C. completed post-graduate social work hours and experience as an employee or independent worker under appropriate supervision; D. is trained in New Mexico cultures; E. passed a jurisprudence examination; and F. passed an examination approved by the board, including an advanced generalist examination administered by a nonprofit association composed of and owned by social work regulatory boards and colleges in all states.