Education FAQ
What are the continuing education requirements directed by The Virginia Board of Social Work? Continued competency requirements for renewal of an active license. Licensed clinical social workers shall be required to have completed a minimum of 30 contact hours of continuing education. LBSWs and LMSWs shall be required to have completed a minimum of 15 contact hours of continuing education prior to licensure renewal in even years.
Where are NASW Virginia professional developement events located? Professional Development events are currently held live-virtual unless otherwise listed on their individual event page. All conferences are held in person and information for this year's conference can be found under conferences.
What is your Payment and Refund Policy? If you choose the "Bill Me" option during checkout, please mail payment within 7 days of registering in order to hold your seat. You will receive a confirmation email with your purchase information following checkout; this will serve as your invoice, no other invoices will be provided.
Where should I send my check to? Checks should be made out to NASW Virginia and mailed to: NASW-VA 4860 Cox Road, Suite 200 Glen Allen, VA 23060
What is the cancellation policy? If a registrant cancels more than 10 days before the event, a refund will be issued by check or credit back to your credit card, minus a 10% administrative fee.
What if I cancel less than 10 days prior to the event? If cancelation occurs less than 10 days prior to the event, no refund will be issued but you may request a credit towards a future training to be used within 1 year of the cancelation date. Call the Chapter Office (804-204-1339) to cancel within 10 days of the training. A request for credit may be granted at the discretion of the Executive Director in case of a documented emergency.
DISABILITY ASSISTANCE/SPECIAL NEEDS
Individuals who require assistance under the ADA for participation in this training should contact NASW-VA at least 30 days prior to the start of the training. Please call the Chapter office at 804.204.1339 to discuss your needs or any concerns with a member of the staff.
Children under the age of 18 are not permitted into any NASWVA sponsored trainings or events, without prior written consent by the chapter. For special situations and/or circumstances, please call or email the chapter office.