Social Worker Search
NLCSW’s Social Worker Search Tool contains a live listing of currently active registrants and non-practicing members. Search either by name or registration number. A full listing can be displayed by clicking ‘show all’. The search tool allows you to:
Confirm Registration Status:
Active registration: Grants the Registered Social Worker (RSW) designation and is required under the Social Workers Act to use the title ‘social worker’ or practice social work in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Active Registration (Conditions Apply): The registrant has been found guilty of conduct deserving of sanction as per the Social Workers Act and has conditions attached to their practice.
Suspended: The registrant has been found guilty of conduct deserving of sanction and has been suspended from practicing social work for a defined period.
Non-practicing Membership: Available for individuals who are not currently engaged in the practice of social work in Newfoundland and Labrador as defined by the Social Workers Act due to being on extended leave, residing in another jurisdiction or not working. Non-practicing members are not eligible to use the title social worker, RSW designation or to engage in the practice of social work in Newfoundland and Labrador.
View Regulatory Actions:
Discipline decisions are listed as per legislative requirements and can be viewed under the regulatory actions column. Discipline decisions for inactive members can be accessed at "https://nlcsw.ca/regulation/discipline-findings".
Please type a search term, or check Show All to see all entries.