| Aspect | Lcsw Supervisee | Licensed Clinical Social Worker |
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| Credentials | Requires Lcsw supervision, often still completing hours for full licensure | Must hold full Lcsw license with independent practice rights |
| Work Environment | Supervised clinical settings, such as clinics or agencies | Independent practice, private practice, or advanced clinical roles |
| Usage | In training phase, working under supervision | Fully licensed, autonomous clinician |
The main difference is that an Lcsw Supervisee is still in training and working under supervision to meet licensure requirements, while a Licensed Clinical Social Worker has completed all licensing requirements and can practice independently.