We’re excited to share a blog post from Charlotte Herring, our Agents of Change Wellness specialist and founder of CS Wellness, a holistic mental health platform that offers group and 1:1 integrative mind-body coaching. Take it away Charlotte! Picture it:
We’re excited to share a blog post from Maeve McMahon, the Agents of Change Community Manager, on her experience balancing work, a Masters program, and studying for her licensing exam. Take it away Maeve! I knew when I was signing
Recently, the ASWB released its first-ever pass-rate analysis (see here for full details). Among other findings, the data revealed disturbing and significant disparities between racial groups, especially for Black test takers. For example, only 52% of Black test takers passed
Obtaining a degree such as a Master of Social Work (MSW) is a major accomplishment and shows that an individual is competent in the field of social work. But licensure requirements are also an essential aspect of succeeding in the
There are several Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) exams that those hoping to obtain licensure can take. Each level of the ASWB exams is specific to different levels of education and practice. There are tests at the bachelors, masters,
The NASW – the National Association of Social Workers, was developed with a mission to promote and protect social workers and the overall profession. Established in the mid-1950s, the National Association of Social Workers now operates as the largest professional
Social workers, counselors, and therapists are all professionals who help people in their communities. They work in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, recovery facilities, and government agencies. The following information explains the similarities and differences between these professionals and the
All reading is not created equal! There is a large difference between active and passive reading and it’s important you take an active reading approach in your ASWB exam studies to maximize your test performance. What is Active Reading? Active reading involves
When it comes to the foundation of social work, do not underestimate the concept of self-determination. Self-determination in social work is at the core of what we, as practitioners, do in the field. It is also an important element of
The importance of study groups when preparing for your BSW, LMSW, or LCSW ASWB exams, should not be overlooked! After all, the field of social work relies on elements of social interaction to foster effective and empathetic solutions to complex
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Policy decisions affect nearly every area of Social Work practice. Eligibility rules determine who can access services. Funding decisions shape which programs are available. Laws and agency policies influence housing, healthcare, child welfare, education, behavioral health, and the rights of
Keeping up with Social Work continuing education can get complicated quickly. You need to know how many CE credits your state requires, which topics are mandatory, what types of courses count, and when everything is due. Then there is the
Starting a private therapy practice comes with more paperwork than most clinicians expect. Beyond choosing an EHR and setting your fees, you need the right private practice documents and forms in place before you begin seeing clients. That can
Passing the ASWB exam and earning your social work license can open the door to new jobs, higher-level roles, and opportunities to practice in different parts of the country. But where you choose to live and work can have a
