Sec. 1. An individual may not:
(1) profess to be a social worker, licensed social worker, or licensed clinical social worker;
(2) use the title:
(A) "social worker";
(B) "licensed social worker";
(C) "licensed clinical social worker";
(D) "clinical social worker";
(E) "psychiatric social worker"; or
(F) "psychosocial worker";
(3) use any other title containing the words "social worker", "licensed social worker", or "licensed clinical social worker";
(4) use any other words, letters, abbreviations, or insignia indicating or implying that the individual is a social worker, licensed social worker, or licensed clinical social worker; or
(5) practice as a social worker, licensed social worker, or clinical social worker for compensation;
unless the individual is licensed under this article.
As added by P.L.186-1990, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.147-1997, SEC.39; P.L.84-2010, SEC.55.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 25. Professions and Occupations
Article 23.6. Behavioral Health and Human Services Professionals
Chapter 4. Social Workers; Unlawful Practices
25-23.6-4-1. Unlawful Practices
25-23.6-4-3. Social Service Designee
25-23.6-4-3.1. Use of Case Manager or Discharge Planner Title by Nonlicensed Individuals
25-23.6-4-4. Violations; Penalty
25-23.6-4-5. Display of License; Contents of Promotional Materials