The Social Work Clinical Exam is an exam administered by the ASWB. Candidates who pass the ASWB Clinical Exam and meet their state’s licensure requirements are able to practice as Clinical Social Workers in their state. Depending on the state, Clinical Social Workers may earn an LCSW, CSW, LISW, LSCSW, LCSW-C, or LICSW license.
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The exam consists of 170 multiple-choice questions.
How to Answer LCSW Exam Questions
The exam consists of 170 multiple-choice questions.
How to Answer LCSW Exam Questions
The exam consists of 170 multiple-choice questions.
The Exam Consists of 170 Multiple-Choice Questions
The Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) examination is offered by the Association of Social Work Board (ASWB). Different states give various titles to social workers who pass the ASWB Clinical exam. LCSW or LICSW are commonly used in many locations.
The exam for the ASWB is made up of multiple-choice questions, with four options given. The majority of questions present a client scenario and ask for the BEST or NEXT step that a social worker could take. When taking the LCSW exam it is important that the test taker understands the different types of situations that they may encounter while in the field.
The exam consists of 170 multiple-choice questions. There are no trick questions on the exam, but you will want to become familiar with how to rule out incorrect answers. The objective of the exam is to assess fresh clinical social work expertise, skills, and competencies. It is essential that you take the proper steps in preparing for the LCSW exam. At AATBS we offer a wide variety of study materials to help you prepare for the exam.
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Social Workers work in a wide range of settings such as mental health clinics, hospitals, schools, settlement homes, child welfare or human services agencies, or even private practice. The ASWB recognizes the following licensure levels: Bachelors, Masters, Advanced Generalist, and Clinical.
Learn MoreSocial Workers may be licensed as a Master of Social Work (MSW or equivalent) or as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW, or equivalent). Both licenses require a Master’s Degree. MSWs require a passing score on the ASWB Masters Level Exam, while LCSWs are required to pass the ASWB Clinical Exam, which tests specialized clinical knowledge and the ability to apply advanced clinical skills to scenario-based questions.
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