Apply here if you have a social work degree from an MCSW approved program:
- Booth University College
- a Social Work degree accredited by the National Indigenous Accreditation Board (NIAB)
Eligibility
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree or a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from:
- Booth University College
- A Social Work degree accredited by the National Indigenous Accreditation Board (NIAB)
Application Tips
- Before applying online, collect the documents in Step 1. Original records must be dated within 6 months of application.
- $100 application fee starts application.
- Submit required documents with online application. Documents submitted prior to application may be lost or
- destroyed.
- Applications expire 6 months after the application fee is paid.
- Check status of application in Applicant Portal.
Fee Information
All fees are non-refundable
| Online Application | $100 |
Annual Registration Fees
The registration year is April 1 – March 31. Your first registration fee is pro-rated based on approval date.
| Social Worker (Practicing) | $360 |
| New Graduate (Practicing, one-time fee reduction) | $240 |
| Non-Practicing Member | $180 |
Evaluation Process
Once all documents have been received, the estimated review period is 3 to 6 weeks. Notice of decision will be sent by email. If approved, payment of the registration fee is required within 30 days. All relevant MCSW application policies.
Send all documents to:
Manitoba College of Social Workers
101-2033 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg Manitoba R3J 0K8
or
admin@mcsw.ca
Questions?
Phone: 204-888-9477
Checks must be dated within 6 months of application. Criminal record checks with vulnerable sector search must be obtained from the jurisdiction of residence within the last 12 months.
IMPORTANT: Electronic criminal record checks must be received prior to access expiry date indicated on notification email from police service.
Record checks from third party agencies (ex CERTN or mybackcheck.ca) and Commissionaires checks are NOT accepted
If you have lived outside Canada in the last 12 months, provide a criminal record check from the country of residence, if that check is available
Checks must be dated within 6 months of application
This is still a requirement if you reside outside of this province.
Note: The Manitoba Child Abuse Registry Self-Check and the Manitoba Adult Abuse Registry Self-Check take several weeks to receive
Checks must be dated within 6 months of application
This is still a requirement if you reside outside of this province.
Note: The Manitoba Child Abuse Registry Self-Check and the Manitoba Adult Abuse Registry Self-Check take several weeks to receive
If current original checks on file with employer submit Employer Confirmation of Checks form*
If applicable, Preferred Name Declaration form
If you wish to practice under a first name that is not your full legal first name, submit this form.
Order highest social work transcript.
Send Transcript directly from the Registrar’s Office electronically or in a sealed, unopened stamped envelope.
- Order Letter of Eligibility to Graduate from the Registrar’s office
- Complete Eligibility to Graduate Declaration Form.
Letter must indicate you have completed all requirements and are eligible to graduate within 6 months. Send directly from the Registrar’s Office electronically or in a sealed, unopened stamped envelope. NOTE: final marks must be posted to obtain the correct
- Registration for Social Work Regulators form
- Verification of Registration for Other Regulators form
Complete and send to all organization(s) you currently hold or have ever held registration or licensure that evaluate complaints or disciplinary issues.
Degree” Click “New User? Apply Now”. Follow the steps to complete the application form.
Accepted forms of photo identification:
- valid driver’s license
- passport
- treaty card
Accepted forms of proof of eligibility to work in Canada:
- Canadian Passport
- Canadian Citizenship
- Permanent Residency Card
- Valid Work Permit
If the name on your transcript is different from the name on your application, upload the applicable document from Vital Statistics
Review Reference Requirements. The College will send out the reference form.
Submit original documentation in person or by mail to MCSW
If you would like original record checks returned, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Pay by Visa, MasterCard, or Visa/Debit.
If you receive an email confirming eligibility to write ASWB Exam, register as an Exam Candidate with ASWB and schedule ASWB Exam by the deadline date communicated in MCSW email.