Private Practice Services

BCASW supports registered social workers in private practice by offering:

• Substantially reduced rates on professional liability insurance
  
  
• Access to insurance programs for self-employed professionals 

• Continuing education opportunities at BCASW member rates

• Consultation and mentorship  on issues related to private practice including a peer support group for members starting a private practice

• Advocacy with employers/unions/insurers for third-party payments for social work services

• Information and resources to stay current 
  

CASW Private Practice Portal

The Canadian Association of Social Workers Private Practice Portal for Social Workers is now available. As a member of BCASW you have access to CASW resources. There is a wealth of information to help social workers begin, grow, diversify, and even close a private practice.

This portal organizes content gleaned from reliable provincial, national, and international sources, giving you a world of information at your fingertips.

The content is broken down into sections, including:

• How to Get started · Minimizing risk
• Defining your services
• Promoting your services
• Delivering services
• Generating additional income
• Health and wellness
• Professional development
• Closing your practice

Setup and Login into your CASW Member's account to access this resource.