ASWB Practice Test

The ASWB offers five levels of examinations, which correspond to a candidate's education and required licensure level:

• Associate (for those with an associate's degree or equivalent)
• Bachelors (BSW)
• Masters (MSW)
• Advanced Generalist (for advanced practice/non-clinical roles)
• Clinical (LCSW, for clinical practice roles)

There are 170 questions total, but only 150 count toward your score. You have four hours straight, including any optional breaks (the clock keeps running during breaks). Aim to pace yourself at about one minute per question.

Start with the official ASWB content outline for your level, then hit Prephow ASWB practice questions and full mock exams. Most people study 2-3 months, focusing on weak spots like ethics or assessment. Resources like the ASWB guidebook or third-party prep courses can simulate the real thing.

First, get approved by your state's licensing board based on education and hours. Then register online via ASWB's site, pay the fee, and book a slot at a Pearson VUE center. it's available year-round, worldwide. You'll get an Authorization to Test email good for 90 days.

• There is no fixed “number of correct answers” that guarantees a pass because different test forms vary in difficulty. ASWB uses a process called “equating.”
• Typically, to pass, you need between 90 and 107 correct answers out of the 150 scored questions, depending on the form.
• Your result is reported simply as Pass or Fail, not as a percentage.

No. It is one component. You must also meet education and supervised practice hour requirements set by your jurisdiction.

The ASWB mandates a 90-day waiting period between examination attempts for security reasons. However, some licensing boards may grant a waiver to retake the exam sooner under specific circumstances (e.g., if you missed the passing score by a small margin). You must re-register and pay the fee for each retake.