Philadelphia DHS reports significant decrease in child removals while addressing systemic challenges DHS highlights 61% reduction in child placements amid ongoing struggles in child welfare system.

Philadelphia's child welfare system faces critical challenges despite a significant 61% drop in child placements, as city officials emphasize the urgent need for reform.

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Bill Establishes Eligibility Criteria for States Joining Social Work Compact Section outlines requirements for states to be eligible for social work licensure compact

Massachusetts is paving the way for states to join the Social Work Licensure Compact, but what are the key requirements?

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Louisiana board approves rules for social worker certification and CPST service providers Board issues guidelines for social worker certification and Medicaid reimbursement requirements.

Louisiana's new Senate Bill 153 could revolutionize mental health care by streamlining social worker certification, but will it compromise service quality?

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Missouri establishes new guidelines for funeral director apprentices and social workers Missouri outlines requirements for funeral director apprentices and advanced macro social workers.

Missouri's House Bill 765 is set to revolutionize funeral service education and social work practices, but will it enhance care or stifle new talent?

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Minnesota Board outlines new supervision plan for licensed social workers Minnesota enacts requirements for supervision plans for provisional licensed social workers.

Maine's new House Bill 1688 could revolutionize social work supervision, ensuring that emerging professionals receive the guidance they need to provide top-notch care.

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Advocates urge ASWB to address licensing barriers for deaf social work candidates Deaf social workers face significant barriers in licensure due to standardized testing requirements.

Deaf and hard of hearing individuals are facing daunting barriers in becoming licensed social workers, sparking urgent calls for reform in Maryland's testing process.

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