What are the differences between LMSWs and LCSWs in the scope of practice?
The scope of practice holds sharp distinctions in some areas, while there is an overlap in others. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) • The professional application of social work theory, principles and methods to prevent, assess, evaluate, formulate and implement a plan of action based on client needs and strengths; and intervene to address mental, social, emotional, behavioral, developmental, and addictive disorders, conditions and disabilities, and of the psychosocial aspects of illness and injury experienced by individuals, couples, families, groups, communities, organizations, and society. • Administration of tests and measures of psychosocial functioning. • Social work advocacy. • Case management. • Counseling. • Consultation. • Research. • Administration and management. • Teaching. • Private practice, if practicing within the scope of practice as defined above. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) LCSWs can perform all of the functions of an LMSW, in addition to the followin
