Ensuring Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive social work services.
We establish, maintain, and regulate Standards of Professional Practice to ensure Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive their services.
Student bursaries will be awarded to several NSCSW members who attend accredited social work programs in the fall of 2025. College bursaries are awarded based on the student’s commitment to professional social work practice.
Jul 24, 2025 — The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) is proud to announce the launch of its Safe(R) Social Work Framework, an initiative that reaffirms the College’s dedication to proactive, progressive regulation.