W. Va. Code § 30-30-11

Current through 2024 Regular Session
Section 30-30-11 - Scope of practice for a licensed certified social worker

A licensed certified social worker may:

(1) Perform all duties within the scope of practice of a licensed graduate social worker and licensed social worker;
(2) Apply social work theory and methods to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of psychological dysfunction, disability or impairment, including emotional and mental disorders and developmental disabilities; and
(3) Determine behavioral health diagnosis, using diagnostic taxonomies commonly accepted across disciplines among behavioral health professionals.

W. Va. Code § 30-30-11

Amended by 2011 Acts, ch. 156 (HB 2525), eff. 3/18/2011.