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Top 5 Social Work Podcasts

Podcasts are a great way to continue to learn and grow as a social worker! Whether you’re studying for your licensing exams or strive to become a better social work practitioner, Agents of Change has pulled together a list of

How to Prepare for LMSW or LCSW ASWB Exam Week

As you get close to your LMSW or LCSW ASWB exam date, it’s important to take the right steps to maximize your preparation and minimize your stress! 1 to 2 Weeks Prior to Test Day:  Take the ASWB Practice Exam. If

Happy Social Work Month from Agents of Change!

What is Social Work Month? Social Work Month in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of social work. The theme for Social Work Month 2022 is The Time is Right for Social Work. During Social Work Month,

How to Apply for ASWB Test Accommodations – BSW, LMSW, LCSW

What Are Exam Accommodations? “Test accommodations are any modifications made to tests or testing conditions that allow students with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, or limited English-language ability to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in a testing situation.” -EdGlossary How to

Free LMSW and LCSW ASWB Practice Questions and Rationales

Claim your 10 FREE LMSW and LCSW ASWB practice questions from Agents of Change! (Click “Free Preview”) Also included is a second document with the correct answers and rationales. The questions are intended to help you develop the test-taking skills and strategies you

Test Day Tips for the LMSW and LCSW ASWB Exams

Test Day Tips for LMSW and LCSW Exams Gearing up for your LMSW or LCSW ASWB test day? This can be a very stressful time for many test-takers.  However, with these 7 key test-day tips from Agents of Change, you can minimize your

Breaking Down ASWB Questions – The 5 W’s

The 5 W’s Approach The way you approach breaking down questions on the LCSW, LMSW, and LSW ASWB exam can be the difference between passing and failing.  Make sure you have the right test-taking strategy for the more challenging questions

Setting Specific Tips and Tricks on the ASWB Exam

Setting Specific Tips and Tricks In social work, the setting matters! The field of social work is very diverse and social work can be practiced in a variety of different settings, each with its own challenges. Most people in the

Types of Prevention on the ASWB Exam

Types of Prevention The different types of prevention is a critical component of the LMSW, LCSW, and LSW ASWB exams.  Make sure you know the differences before test day! What is prevention? Social work services have moved towards a prevention

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Polyvagal Theory in Clinical Practice

Polyvagal Theory gives therapists a practical way to understand what is happening beneath a client’s words, behaviors, and emotional responses. A client may appear anxious, shut down, defensive, distracted, or disconnected, but those reactions often reflect a nervous system trying

Why Validation Matters in Trauma Treatment

Trauma can leave clients questioning their memories, emotions, reactions, and even their right to feel hurt. A person may enter therapy saying things like, “It wasn’t that bad,” “I should be over this,” or “Maybe I’m just too sensitive.” Underneath