THE BBS SPEAKS: Everything you need to know about becoming an LCSW

Presented by the Greater Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley Districts of CSCSW

Description: Direct from the source, join us as we hear from three key players to learn all you need to know to make the licensing process as easy as possible. Kim Madsen, Executive Officer of the Board of Behavioral Sciences, will present an overview of the licensing process, including registering as an Associate Social Worker (ASW), accruing hours for licensure, and taking the exams. Renee Lonner, LCSW, will briefly address common issues licensees face. In addition, recent licensees will discuss their experience with and offer advice for the licensing process. There will be ample time for questions and networking.

Presenter: Kim Madsen

Kim Madsen was appointed as the Board of Behavioral Sciences Executive Officer on January 25, 2010. Ms. Madsen previously served as the Board’s Assistant Executive Officer. Prior to her appointment as Executive Officer, Ms. Madsen served as the Enforcement Manager for the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology and as the Criminal Background Unit Manager for the Department of Public Health. In 2005 and 2006, Ms. Madsen served as the Board of Behavioral Sciences Program Manager providing oversight to the licensing, examination, and administrative units.

Presenter: Renee Lonner

Renee Lonner, LCSW, Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, has served on the Board of the BBS since 2007, and is a past President of CSCSW. She has been in private practice since 1976 and provides consultation for therapists with high-risk clients. She also provides management consultation for organizations regarding general workplace issues with expertise in impaired or high-risk employees and violence assessment/prevention.

For information: Donna Dietz, CSCSW Administrator - info@clinicalsocialworksociety.org

Note: This workshop does not offer CEUs.