§ 540. Grounds for disciplinary proceedings
The Board may refuse to renew, may suspend, or revoke any license issued under this chapter on proof after a hearing that the person: (a) is guilty of conduct defined as a misdemeanor in this chapter; or (b) has been convicted of a misdemeanor under this chapter; or (c) has been convicted in this territory […]
§ 531. Declaration of purpose
Since the profession of social work profoundly affects the lives of the people of this territory, it is the purpose of this chapter to protect the public by setting standards of qualification, education, training, and experience for those who seek to engage in the practice of social work and by promoting high standards of professional […]
§ 533. Practice of social work
(a) After one year from the effective date of this chapter, no person may engage in the practice of social work unless he is licensed under this chapter as a certified social worker, social worker, certified independent social worker, or social work associate. No social work associate may practice except under the supervision of a […]
§ 534. Titles and qualifications for licenses
The Board shall issue a license as a certified social worker, a social worker, social work associate, or certified independent social worker. (a) The Board shall issue a license as a “certified social worker” to an applicant who: (1) Has a doctorate or master’s degree from a school of social work approved by the Board; […]