ASWB exam prep for BSW, LMSW & LCSW

Pass your ASWB exam with confidence

Video and audio lessons, hundreds of practice questions with detailed rationales, and live study groups with Dr. Meagan Mitchell. Fully updated for the new ASWB exam.

Access until you pass 2 live study groups a month iOS & Android apps
Dr. Meagan Mitchell, DSW, LICSW, founder and instructor of Agents of Change
Updated for the new examLatest ASWB format
Learn your wayVideo, slides & audio
Practice + rationalesKnow why, not just what
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Choose your exam

Which ASWB exam are you taking?

Every course is purpose-built to help you pass and updated for the latest ASWB exam format.

Bachelors exam

BSW · LBSW · LSW

For social workers with a bachelor's degree in social work preparing for their first license.

  • Full video and audio course
  • Practice questions with rationales
  • 2 live study groups a month
$125 one-time, access until you pass

Masters exam

LMSW · LGSW · CMSW · CSW · LSW

For MSW graduates preparing for a masters-level license and direct practice with clients.

  • Full video and audio course
  • 122-question timed practice exam in Premium
  • Masters case vignettes with video rationales
From $125 Basics or Premium

Clinical exam

LCSW · LICSW · LISW

For MSW-level social workers who have completed their supervised hours and are pursuing clinical licensure.

  • Full video and audio course
  • 122-question timed practice exam in Premium
  • Top 20 clinical terms with video explanations
From $125 Basics or Premium

Not sure which exam you need? Email us at: [email protected]

What's inside

Everything you need to pass

Agents of Change teaches you the content and how to break down a question, spot what it's really asking, and choose the best answer.

Audio + visual lessons

Every topic includes engaging videos and visual slides, plus audio versions in our iOS and Android apps so you can study on your commute, at the gym, or anywhere else.

Practice questions + rationales

Hundreds of practice questions with video walkthroughs and detailed rationales that explain why the right answer is right and why the others fall short.

Live study groups

Join 2 live, interactive study groups every month led by Dr. Meagan Mitchell, and get the full library of past study group recordings the day you enroll.

Your course, step by step

A proven path for passing your ASWB exam.

Start your course
  1. Getting startedGet organized, set your exam date, and build a study rhythm.
  2. Question strategyBreak down questions with the 5 W's and FIRST, NEXT, BEST task words.
  3. Values and EthicsConfidentiality, boundaries, supervision, and legal obligations.
  4. Assessment and PlanningDiagnosis, development, risk, addiction, and defense mechanisms.
  5. Intervention and PracticeTherapy models, community practice, and program evaluation.
  6. Practice questions + rationalesTopic quizzes throughout, plus a timed practice exam in Premium.
  7. Live study groupsBring your questions to Meagan twice a month.
  8. Audio reviewReplay every lesson on the go as you get closer to test day.
  9. Test anxiety strategiesBreathwork, guided imagery, and mindfulness for exam day.
Dr. Meagan Mitchell smiling
Meet your instructor

Dr. Meagan Mitchell

DSW LICSW MSW MEd RPT™

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I know firsthand how overwhelming preparing for the licensing exam can feel. I've been helping social workers prepare for the ASWB exam for more than 11 years.

Along with my DSW and MSW, I hold a Master's in Education, so I build every lesson around how people actually learn. You'll hear my voice in every video, audio lesson, and live study group, and I look forward to partnering with you on your path to licensure.

— Meagan

Student stories

Social workers who passed with Agents of Change

Hear it in their words, and on video.

★★★★★LMSW

Learning how to analyze what the ASWB exam is actually asking for was the single most valuable tool in passing my LMSW exam.

KKara S.
★★★★★LCSW

Passing isn't just about memorizing content. It's about understanding how to answer the FIRST, NEXT, and BEST questions. After several near misses, I finally passed my LCSW exam.

JJ.W.
★★★★★LSW

Agents of Change broke everything down into simple, easy-to-understand language. I was so confident on exam day that I finished with 40 minutes to spare.

RRegine P.
★★★★★LCSW

The question breakdown using the 5 W's was so helpful on actual exam day. With every practice question came a rationale that really broke down how to find the correct answer.

CCydney V.
★★★★★LMSW

Breaking questions down into bite-sized parts (what type of social worker I am, what setting I'm in, whether this is our first meeting) really helped me slow down and process each question.

LLauren A.
★★★★★LCSW

I could study anytime and anywhere, even in my car waiting to pick up my kids. As a working mom, that flexibility gave me the confidence I needed to pass.

LLakeisha P.
★★★★★LCSW

Your materials helped me understand the ASWB mindset in a way that finally clicked. After previously struggling with the exam, your content gave me the structure and confidence I needed.

CChey D.
★★★★★LMSW

I'm a visual learner, so the video breakdowns of each topic and the short quizzes with rationales were great. I reviewed any topic I didn't feel strong about.

LLeslie R.
Sample question

How would you answer this?

Choose an answer, then see why each option is right or wrong.

Values and Ethics · Boundaries Click an answer to see the rationale

A social worker in a rural community learns that a current client has joined the same monthly book club the social worker has attended for several years. At the next session, the client says they look forward to getting to know the social worker outside of therapy. The client has limited opportunities for social connection, and the nearest alternative therapy provider has a lengthy waiting list.

What should the social worker do FIRST?

Strategy tip: The 5 W's

Identify who is involved, what boundary issue has emerged, where it occurs, when it needs attention, and why context matters. Here, overlapping community involvement requires a direct discussion of boundaries before deciding whether either relationship needs to change.

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Every Agents of Change question includes an in-depth rationale explaining why the correct choice is best and why the distractors are wrong.

iOS & Android apps

Study anywhere with the Agents of Change app

Your full course goes where you go. Watch, listen, and practice from your phone, whether you're on your commute, at the gym, or waiting in the pickup line.

  • Watch video lessonsEngaging videos and visual slides for every topic.
  • Listen on the goAudio versions of every lesson for your commute, workout, or chores.
  • Practice anywherePractice questions with detailed rationales, right in your pocket.
  • Keep your progress movingYour progress syncs across devices.
Simple pricing

One payment. Access until you pass.

No subscriptions and no time limits. Keep your course, and every update we make to it, until you pass your exam.

Basics

$125

One-time payment · access until you pass

  • Videos, visual materials, and audio files
  • Practice questions with rationales in every topic
  • 2 live study groups a month
  • iOS and Android apps
  • Access until you pass
Get Basics
Just need practice for the Masters or Clinical exam? Get all 4 full-length practice exams for $90.
For schools & agencies

Getting a group ready for licensure?

Hundreds of universities and agencies use Agents of Change. Save up to 20% with group pricing, plus kickoff calls and dedicated study groups.

FAQs

ASWB exam prep questions, answered

Are Agents of Change materials updated for the new ASWB exam?

Yes. All of our lessons and practice exams are updated for the new ASWB exam that launched on August 3, 2026. Read our side-by-side comparison of the exam changes.

Which ASWB exam should I prepare for?

It depends on your degree and the license you're applying for in your state. The Bachelors exam is for BSW-level licenses, the Masters exam for LMSW-level licenses, and the Clinical exam for LCSW-level licenses. Check with your state board to confirm which exam you need.

How long will I have access to the course?

You keep access until you pass your ASWB exam, including every update we make along the way.

How much time should I plan to study?

Most students finish the lessons in 4 to 6 weeks at about 10 hours per week, then review the material a second time before exam day. Want a schedule built for you? Try our personalized study plan.

Does Agents of Change guarantee I'll pass?

No. Our course gives you strong exposure to the topics and question styles on the ASWB exam, and it works best alongside your own independent study. Completing the course does not guarantee a passing score.

Do you offer individual tutoring?

We don't offer one-on-one tutoring. Every course includes 2 live study groups each month where you can ask Dr. Meagan Mitchell your questions directly. For help any time, try the ASWB Chatbot Tutor.

Is there a mobile app?

Yes. Your course is available on the Agents of Change iOS and Android apps, including audio lessons for studying on the go.

What is your refund policy?

Full refunds are available within 48 hours of purchase if less than 10% of the course is completed. After that, all sales are final.

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