Before applying for licensure, please familiarize yourself with the general licensing policies.

An applicant for reinstatement of a Connecticut license that has lapsed due to nonrenewal shall arrange for the submission the following documentation directly to this office from the source:

A completed, notarized application  with photo and fee in the amount of $220.00 in the form of a check or money order payable to, “Treasurer, State of Connecticut”;

The applicant’s current curriculum vitae (CV) or synopsis of professional activity since completion of the applicant's master's degree;

Verification of completion of seven hours of continuing education  within the one-year period immediately preceding the date of application for reinstatement;

If applicable, verification of any out-of-state license held, current or expired, submitted directly to this office from the source.  Please contact  the jurisdiction prior to submission of your request as some may charge a fee for this service.

All supporting documentation should be forwarded from the source to:

Connecticut Department of Public Health

MSW Licensure

410 Capitol Ave., MS #12 APP

P.O. Box 340308

Hartford, CT 06134

Phone: (860) 509-7603

Fax:  (860) 707-1980

Email:  dph.counselorsteam@ct.gov