To enhance the professional standards of social work, the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW) has adopted the Nova Scotia Regulated Health Professions Network’s Standards for Good Regulation as its measure of performance. Standard Ten requires that the regulator encourages quality of practice through continuing competence requirements to support registrants in meeting standards of practice.
As part of our continuing commitment to ensuring safe(r) social work practice in our province, NSCSW began a new quality assurance (QA) process in 2023. The College has now completed a QA review of professional development activities reported by members in 2023 and 2024,
The findings and recommendations that arise from our recurring QA reports will continue to inform the College’s development of member services and resources, as well as the improvement of policies and procedures related to professional development tracking and registration renewal. By prioritizing quality assurance, the NSCSW is paving the way for a future where social workers are well-equipped to meet the evolving needs of society, ensuring that individuals and communities receive the highest standard of care and support.