Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers

To safeguard the welfare of the public of the State of Oklahoma by establishing, promoting and enforcing high standards of practice for licensed social workers.

To have strong public awareness of social work practices within the state. To maintain high standards that reflect best practice in the profession of social work. To ensure that qualified professionals are available to the citizens of Oklahoma.

• To be responsive to the needs of the potential licensees. The OSBLSW strives to process an application for licensure within a reasonable amount of time.
• To be committed to protecting the public from the aberrant practices of any licensed social work professional.
• To be sensitive to the complaints concerning a professional licensed by the agency. Complaints in any form and from any source will be reviewed, acknowledged, and adjudicated with due process to a conclusion within a reasonable period of time.
• To perform the responsibilities of this board with integrity and professionalism.