Both houses of Parliament have voted to amend the start date of the Social Workers Registration Scheme, paving the way for extra time to bring the scheme to life.

The decision to amend the start date provides the opportunity for further discussions with the sector about the regulatory model through detailed and tailored meetings with stakeholders.

Once the scheme opens, anyone who needs to register will have considerable time to do so, and to learn about how the scheme may affect them.

The Social Workers Registration Board and its Office will continue to update the sector as more information becomes available.

The website and the Guide to Registration has all the details you will need regarding registration options.   The SWRB SA will be conducting events and online sessions to inform the sector of the regulatory framework in the near future.

No, not while you are a student.  During your final semester you are invited to apply for registration, and you will need to provide proof that you have completed your degree.

All applicants must fulfil the general eligibility requirements of registration, please see the guide to social worker registration for details.

However, if you are already employed to undertake social work services then you will be required to apply for provisional registration via the Qualification Experience Pathway. Please read the guide to social worker registration for details.

If you have a general question about registration, please read the guide to social worker registration.

If you cannot find the answer you need within this guide, please contact swrbregistration@sa.gov.au

The Board does not comment on who is responsible for paying registration fees, this is a discussion you need to have with your employer. Registration fees are tax deductible.