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Read the Laws and Regulations regarding the Practice of Social Work in Virginia and utilize the detailed information in the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Handbook for detailed information about the required documents and process to obtain a license.  \n2. Gather and Request ALL the necessary documents in the checklist BEFORE beginning the online application. Have copies of the required documents ready to upload as part of the application process. PDF format is preferred.  \n3. Apply Online by registering for an account or logging into your existing account.  \no Select the license type of: “Licensed Clinical Social Worker” and the Obtained by Method of “Examination”.  \no Complete the required fields.  \n4. Upload the necessary documentation within the online application portal.  \no Ensure you have uploaded all the necessary documents as indicated by the checklist. A complete application provides the best opportunity to avoid delays in the review and approval process.  \no Once you have paid the application fee, your application will be submitted, and you can no longer upload additional documents. Any documents you did not upload will need to be emailed to the Board and will delay the review of your application.  \n5. Pay the application fee within the online application portal.  \no Application fees are non-refundable.  \no The application fee for Licensed Clinical Social Worker by Examination is $165.00.  \no Your application is not submitted until the fee is paid.  \n6. 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