C-CYFSW (NASW) - Certified Advanced Children, Youth, and Family Social Worker
- $140-$350
- Renews every 2 years
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About
Social workers serve their communities through client assessment, treatment plans, securing necessary resources, and client advocacy. They work in areas of policy and social program development, research, administration, and independent mental health therapy roles.
The Certified Children, Youth & Family Social Worker (C-CYFSW) is offered by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). This certification is relevant for social workers who work with youth under the age of 18 years and their families.
The C-CYFSW application is located on the NASW website. The initial application fee is $350 for non-members and $140 for members of NASW.
NASW membership is not required to apply for the C-CYFSW renewal. Your membership must be in good standing to receive a discounted application rate.
Certification
The following prerequisite is needed to apply for C-CYFSW certification:
Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited university. The program must have been accredited at the time the degree was received. An official transcript is required and must be sent directly to NASW.
Completion of one year, measured by 1500 hours, of direct client care of youth and family social work responsibilities. Administrative duties do not qualify as part of the 1500 hours.
Supervisor evaluation attesting to the completion of the 1500 hours of client care. The evaluations must attest to three years of qualifying experience. Multiple supervisor evaluations are allowed if needed.
Reference from a social work colleague. This reference must be a different person than the supervisor.
The NASW recommends that the supervisor evaluations be completed by a licensed social worker.
In addition to the previous list, one of the following is required:
Licensure by exam at the BSW level.
Completion of Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) exam with passing score.
An additional year of experience and 20 CE hours.
Renewal
The C-CFYSW credential is valid for two years. The certification can be renewed by completing 20 CE hours.
Renewal Fees
NASW members: $95
Non-members: $335
Other Resources
NASW Credentialing Center FAQ.
C-CYFSW application contains eligibility criteria, instructions and other information.
Related Certifications
The C-CYFSW certification is offered for applicants with a bachelor’s degree in social work. For applicants with a master’s degree in social work (MSW), the NASW offers the Certified Advanced Children, Youth & Family Social Worker (C-ACYFSW).
The NASW also offers the following certifications:
Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)
Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM)
Certified Clinical Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs Social Worker (C-CATODSW)
Certified Hospice & Palliative Social Worker (CHP-SW)
Certified School Social Work Specialist (C-SSWS)
Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM)
Certified Social Worker in Health Care (C-SWHC)
Qualified Clinical Social Worker (QCSW)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an NASW certification if I already have a state social work license?
The NASW specialty certification does not take the place of state licensure that is required for practice. The C-CYFSW certification designates those professionals with evidence of additional knowledge and experience in the field.
Where can I locate NASW offered CE programs?
The NASW maintains a list of conferences, workshops, and learning events on the NASW CE Portal.
May I use the required CE hours for my state license renewal for my certification travel?
The NASW allows for CE hours completed for state license renewal to also be applied to the C-CYFSW renewal as long as the CE is directly related to the client population.
What organization offers the C-CYFSW?
The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) offers the C-CYFSW.
What other certifications does the NASW offer besides the Certified Advanced Children, Youth, and Family Social Worker (C-CYFSW)?
The NASW also offers the following certifications:
Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)
Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM)
Certified Clinical Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs Social Worker (C-CATODSW)
Certified Hospice & Palliative Social Worker (CHP-SW)
Certified School Social Work Specialist (C-SSWS)
Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM)
Certified Social Worker in Health Care (C-SWHC)
Qualified Clinical Social Worker (QCSW)