Pass your ASWB Bachelors exam
Everything you need to pass the BSW exam in one course: video and audio lessons, practice questions with detailed rationales, and live study groups with Dr. Meagan Mitchell. Fully updated for the new ASWB exam.
The ASWB Bachelors exam at a glance
The Bachelors exam is the same across the United States and Canada, though bachelors-level license titles vary by state.
What to expect on test day
- Values and Ethics 35%
- Assessment and Planning 33%
- Intervention and Practice 32%
How to register
Three steps from application to test day.
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Apply to your state board Apply for a license with the social work board where you plan to practice.
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Register with ASWB Once your board approves you, register and pay for the exam.
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Schedule with Pearson VUE Pick your test date and location, then start your study plan.
Need testing accommodations? Request and receive approval before you register with ASWB.
BSW graduates applying for a bachelors-level license, such as a BSW, LBSW, or LSW.
Entry-level roles in child welfare, public health, case management, and substance use services.
Requirements and license titles vary by state. Email us at [email protected].
Everything you need to pass the BSW exam
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 anywhere.
Bachelors-level practice
Hundreds of Bachelors-level practice questions with video walkthroughs and rationales, plus a 75-question practice test to check your readiness.
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 BSW course, step by step
A proven path for passing your ASWB exam.
- Getting startedGet organized, set your exam date, and build a study rhythm.
- Question strategyBreak down questions with the 5 W's and FIRST, NEXT, BEST task words.
- Values and EthicsConfidentiality, boundaries, supervision, and legal obligations.
- Assessment and PlanningDevelopment, risk, abuse, addiction, and defense mechanisms.
- Intervention and PracticePractice levels, community work, prevention, and problem-solving.
- 75-question practice testAnswers and detailed rationales, plus quizzes in every topic.
- Live study groupsBring your questions to Meagan twice a month.
- Audio reviewReplay every lesson on the go as you get closer to test day.
- Test anxiety strategiesBreathwork, guided imagery, and mindfulness for exam day.
How would you answer this?
Choose an answer, then see why each option is right or wrong.
A social worker at a community food pantry is checking in with a client who visits regularly. The client mentions that their electricity will be shut off next week and asks the social worker for help.
What should the social worker do FIRST?
Ask who the social worker is, what's happening, where they are, when this is in the helping process, and why the question is asking. Here: a food pantry social worker, a new problem the client just raised, and no assessment yet, so gathering information comes first.
Every Agents of Change question includes an in-depth rationale explaining why the correct choice is best and why the distractors are wrong.
Social workers who passed with Agents of Change
Hear it in their words, and on video.
“Clear, transparent prep that truly helps”
“How Agents of Change helped me pass”
“Walking into the BSW exam confident and prepared”
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.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.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.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.Learning how to analyze what the ASWB exam is actually asking for was the single most valuable tool in passing my exam.
KKara S.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.
Dr. Meagan Mitchell
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I know firsthand how overwhelming preparing for your first 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
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.
Bachelors (BSW) Course
One-time payment · access until you pass
- Videos, visual materials, and audio files
- 75-question practice test with rationales
- Practice questions with rationales in every topic
- 2 live study groups a month, plus past recordings
- iOS and Android apps
- Access until you pass
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10 Bachelors-level practice questions
- 10 BSW practice questions
- Answers and detailed rationales
- A preview of the full course
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Bachelors exam questions, answered
Is the Agents of Change BSW course updated for the new ASWB exam?
Yes. All of our Bachelors lessons and practice questions are updated for the latest ASWB exam format.
Is the Bachelors exam right for me?
The ASWB Bachelors exam is for social workers with a bachelor's degree in social work who are applying for a bachelors-level license, such as a BSW, LBSW, or LSW, depending on the state.
Does my state require the Bachelors exam?
Not every state licenses social workers at the bachelors level, and license titles vary. Check with the social work board in the state where you plan to practice to confirm which exam you need. Still unsure? Email us at [email protected].
How do I register for the Bachelors exam?
First, apply for a license with the social work board in your state or province. Next, register and pay for the exam with ASWB. Finally, schedule your test date with Pearson VUE.
How long will I have access to the BSW 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?
With Agents of Change, you’ll have access to your study materials until you pass the ASWB exam. A passing score isn’t guaranteed, but your access won’t expire while you’re preparing. You can study at your own pace, revisit key topics, and keep practicing if you need another attempt. We support our students until they pass!
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.
Bachelors exam resources
Official information and free tools to help you plan and prepare.
Getting your first license
ASWB's guide to license categories and scopes of practice.
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90 cards on ethics, therapy theories, and defense mechanisms.
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A printable guide to breaking down any exam question.
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