Become a Social Work Technician

There are currently two pathways to apply as a social work technician.

This process applies to those who:

- Have successfully completed a recognized social work technician program:

NBCC’s Social Service Community Worker program
CCNB’s Technique en service social et communautaire program
A program approved by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) for social service work registration
An Alberta Social Work Diploma program approved by the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW)

- Are currently registered as a social work technician-equivalent in another jurisdiction in Canada (Ex: Social Service Worker with OCSWSSW)

APPLY HERE

Social Work Technician Equivalency Application

This application process applies to those who:

- Are currently working in a social work technician equivalent role. Please review the Scopes of Practice to review what is considered within the social work technician scope of practice.

Important note: This application pathway is open for a limited time. To be considered through Social Work Technician Equivalency, both the Application Form and the Application Fee must be received by June 7, 2025.

APPLY FOR EQUIVALENCY HERE

If the above pathways do not apply, more information on how you can pursue a career as a social work technician can be found here.

Learn More About Social Work Technician Registration

Applicants: Review the basics of Social Work Technician Regulation and Employment.

Employers: Review the Information for Employers and the Employer Package.

Know the Benefits of NBASW Membership.

Still have questions? Contact shae.mccarthy@nbasw-attsnb.ca to discuss social work technician registration or to request a presentation for your workplace or class on How to Become a Social Work Technician.