Social Work ASWB Bachelors Practice Test

The exam consists of 170 multiple-choice questions (150 are scored, 20 are unscored pretest questions). It covers four primary domains of social work practice:

• Human Development, Diversity, and Behavior in the Environment (24%)
• Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment Planning (26%)
• Psychotherapy, Clinical Interventions, and Case Management (25%)
• Professional Relationships, Values, and Ethics (25%)

Eligibility is determined by your state or provincial licensing board, not ASWB directly. Generally, you must have a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program. You must apply through your local board first; once they approve you, you can register with ASWB to schedule your exam.

You will have 4 hours (240 minutes) to complete the computer-based test. It's important to practice pacing yourself during your study sessions to ensure you can comfortably finish in the allotted time.

A structured study plan is highly recommended. This typically includes:

• Reviewing the official ASWB exam content outline.
• Using Prephow ASWB Bachelors exam prep books and study guides.
• Taking multiple full-length practice tests to simulate the real exam experience and identify weak areas.
• Forming or joining a study group with other BSW candidates.

The ASWB offers four different levels of licensing exams: Bachelors, Masters, Advanced Generalist, and Clinical. The key differences are the educational requirements and the complexity of the content:

• Bachelors: For those with a BSW degree; tests foundational, entry-level, generalist practice knowledge.
• Masters: For those with an MSW degree; tests intermediate knowledge required for non-clinical, advanced generalist, or macro practice.
• Advanced Generalist/Clinical: For MSW graduates who have completed post-degree supervised practice hours; these exams test the highest level of specialized and clinical social work competence.

Registration is a two-step process:

• Apply for Eligibility: First, you must apply for licensure/authorization with your specific state or provincial social work regulatory board. They will determine your eligibility.
• Register with ASWB: Once the board approves your eligibility, you will receive authorization to register and pay the exam fee directly to the ASWB and then schedule your test date with the testing vendor (Pearson VUE).

Once ASWB approves your registration, your Authorization to Test email gives you a testing window. If circumstances prevent you from testing before your Authorization to Test expires, you may request an extension of your authorization period for up to six months, depending on your board approval.