North Dakota Administrative Code Title 75.5 - Social Work Examiners, Board of
Here’s a breakdown of North Dakota Administrative Code Title 75.5 – Board of Social Work Examiners, highlighting Articles 75.5‑01 & 75.5‑02 and their key chapters:
📘 Article 75.5‑01 – General Administration
Covers definitions, board membership, organization, meetings, procedural / administrative rules.
Establishes the Board of Social Work Examiners as the regulating body (i.e. "Board") under North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-41.
📘 Article 75.5‑02 – Licensure
Organized into several chapters:
🔹 75.5‑02‑01 – Interpretive Rules
Defines essential terms: “board,” “licensed clinical social worker,” “social work practice,” “private practice,” “electronic social work services” (telehealth), etc
🔹 75.5‑02‑02 – Waiver of Degree/Exam Requirements
Repealed. It previously allowed exceptions to academic/exam prerequisites.
🔹 75.5‑02‑03 – The Licensing Process
Covers entire licensure pathway:
Eligibility & Application: degree, transcript, exam proof, references, criminal/child-abuse checks, fees.
Examinations: Board-approved exams; valid for one year; retakes allowed after 90 days.
Fees: $25 application, $75 initial license, $75 renewal, $150 late renewal, $25 upgrade; education provider/admin fees included.
Renewal: Biennial cycle ending Dec 31 of odd-numbered years; renewal due Nov 15; late or expired applications face penalties.
Continuing Education: 30 hours every two years (max 10 independent, min 2 ethics). Prorated for new licensees.
Clinical Supervision: For Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), includes 150 supervised hours (max 50 group) plus 3,000 post-master’s hours in 4 years.
🔹 75.5‑02‑04 – Private Practice & Third‑Party Payments
Only Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) may independently practice or accept fees.
Defined as services delivered independent of or as part of a private agency where the licensee collects fees.
🔹 75.5‑02‑05 – Reciprocity
Rules for licensing interstate practitioners (e.g., credential reviews, fees, exam waivers) — details generally in the code.
🔹 75.5‑02‑06.1 – Code of Ethics
North Dakota has formally adopted the NASW Code of Ethics (2017 version) effective April 1, 2021.
🔹 75.5‑02‑07 – Disciplinary Action
Specifies grounds and procedures for sanctions, including revocation, suspension, fines, or reprimands for ethical violations, unprofessional conduct, or misconduct.
🔍 Special Topics
Telehealth (“Electronic Social Work Services”): Included in definitions and regulated—practitioners must be licensed in ND; informed consent and ethical compliance are required.
Clinical Supervision Requirements: LCSW candidates must undergo defined clinical supervision and record-keeping protocols.
Continuing Education Range: Limits on independent learning, ethics requirement, and prorated hours for initial licensure.
✅ Summary Table
| Article/Chapter | Focus Area | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 75.5‑01 | Admin & Definitions | Board structure, administrative policies |
| 75.5‑02‑01 | Definitions & Scope | Scope, titles, telehealth, etc. |
| 75.5‑02‑03 | Licensing Process | Application, exams, fees, CEUs, renewal |
| 75.5‑02‑04 | Private Practice Rules | Only LCSWs can practice independently |
| 75.5‑02‑05 | Reciprocity | Out‑of‑state license processes |
| 75.5‑02‑06.1 | Ethics | NASW Code adopted April 1, 2021 |
| 75.5‑02‑07 | Discipline | Professional misconduct, sanctions |
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