Graduates with a social work degree from outside Canada or the USA need to have their education evaluated to see if it matches a Canadian social work degree. You must get your international social work credentials evaluated by the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) before applying to the Manitoba College of Social Workers. CLICK HERE for more information on the CASW credentials assessment service.
Apply here if you can legally work in Canada and your social work degree has been assessed by the Canadian Association of Social Workers as equal to a Canadian BSW or MSW.
Financial Supports for Internationally Educated Applicants
Manitoba My New Home: There are various financial support options available to internationally educated/trained professionals and tradespersons residing in Manitoba. Each has its own eligibility criteria.
Manitoba Careers for Internationally Educated Professionals Program: This program helps internationally educated professionals (IEPs) work in their fields in Manitoba. It offers financial assistance for assessment and training costs while they seek registration. To be eligible, individuals must have started the registration process with a Manitoba regulator and be motivated to complete it efficiently.
Recognition Counts: This program supports skilled immigrants who want to work in their area of expertise or in a different career in Manitoba. It offers financial counseling and the chance to apply for a loan of up to $30,000 with Assiniboine Credit Union to help cover the costs of getting their qualifications recognized and finding related jobs.
Manitoba Student Aid: This program offers extra financial help for Manitobans who can’t afford to pay for post-secondary education (like university or college) on their own. It provides different types of funding through the Manitoba Student Aid Program and the Canada Student Loans and Grants Programs. This includes repayable government loans and non-repayable grants or bursaries.
Before You Move to Manitoba
• http://www.immigratemanitoba.com/settle-in-manitoba/pre-arrival/
When You Move to Manitoba
• https://manitobastart.com/
Alternative Jobs if Your Application is Not Approved
• http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=122372&CVD=122376&CPV=4212&CST=01012011&MLV=4&CLV=4
• https://settlement.org/alternative-jobs/social-worker/settlement-worker/
Eligibility
Graduates with a social work degree from outside of Canada or the USA must have:
- Education assessment by Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) – CLICK HERE for information.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
Application Tips
- Before applying online, collect the documents in Step 1. Original records must be dated within 6 months of application.
- $100 application fee activates application.
- Submit required documents with your online application. Documents submitted prior to application may be lost or destroyed.
- Applications expire 6 months after the 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.
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.
If your social work degree has been assessed by CASW and deemed equivalent to a Canadian BSW
Complete and send to all organization(s) you currently hold or have ever held registration or licensure that evaluate complaints or disciplinary issues.
Complete and send to all organization(s) you currently hold or have ever held registration or licensure that evaluate complaints or disciplinary issues.
Applicants with a Social Work 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 Statistic
Review Reference Requirements. Enter the reference contact information on the application form. The College will send out the reference form.
Submit original documents 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.