### Question
What is the definition of school social worker?


### Answer
The definition of **school social worker** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 8002*:

> an individual who holds a master's degree in social work and is licensed or certified by the State in which services are provided or holds a school social work specialist credential

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 8002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 70-STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS > SUBCHAPTER X-PROGRAMS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE > Part A-Fund for the Improvement of Education**

