Pass the Social WorkLicensing Exam

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Use this presentation and the links included to help you...Study thoughtfully

Manage anxiety

Arrive preparedThousands pass this exam every year. You're next!

Study Thoughtfully

The content of the social work licensing exam isn't a mystery. Licensing boards publish detailed exam outlines that give a good idea of what you can expect:ASWB (Most of the US & Canada) BBS (California only)

Essential Knowledge

Board expectations (see ASWB or BBS sites)

NASW Code of Ethics

DSM Basics

Theory and Practice Basics

NASW Code of Ethics

Understanding of the NASW Code of Ethics can help guide your answers on a large percentage of exam questions. Learn it!

NASW Code of Ethics

DSM Basics

Learn the big diagnosesnot everything. (Make sure you're studying the right DSM. DSM-IV-TR will remain on the exam till 2015.) On the web:

DSM @ WikipediaDSM @ Behavenet

Theory Basics

Use your MSW textbooks to brush up on theory and practice essentials. Find additional information online here and elsewhere:

Wikipedia Psychology PortalThe Social Work Podcast (see early theory episodes)

Focus on Exam Process

Don't overstudy content. Learn the process of taking the exam4 hours, 170 questions (200 questions BBS). Take real-time, online practice exams!

Practice tests @ Social Work Test Prep

Manage Anxiety

Use your social work skills. Take care of yourself. Challenge automatic negative thoughts. You can and will pass this exam.

Test anxiety tips

Arrive Prepared

Once you've studied the basics, taken some practice exams, and are feeling somewhat confident...you're ready! Try to get some sleep, arrive early at the test site, and go get licensed!

Good Luck!

Congratulations in advance!

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