Preparing for the ASWB exam can feel like walking a tightrope, especially when it comes to ethics. You’re expected to think critically, respond confidently, and apply professional standards in real-world scenarios. One of the most important sections you’ll encounter is
Ten minutes can pass quickly, especially in the middle of a high-stakes exam. Many ASWB candidates see the scheduled break and assume it doesn’t matter much. Some skip it altogether, while others take the break but spend the time replaying
You’ve studied. You’ve reviewed practice questions. You’ve imagined the moment when your name finally appears next to the words Licensed Social Worker. Yet when exam day arrives, anxiety often shows up right alongside excitement. It’s completely normal. For many aspiring
Preparing for the ASWB licensing exam already requires serious focus, so hearing about upcoming changes can feel unsettling. Many future Social Workers are asking the same questions right now. What exactly is changing in August 2026? Will the exam become
Suicide loss changes lives in ways that are difficult to explain. When someone dies by suicide, the impact extends far beyond the individual. Family members, friends, coworkers, and entire communities can feel the emotional shock that follows. Grief in these
Telehealth has rapidly transformed the way healthcare professionals connect with clients. Therapy sessions, medical consultations, and mental health check-ins can now happen through a screen instead of inside a traditional office. This shift has expanded access to care for many
Mental health care has changed dramatically in recent years. Therapy is no longer limited to a quiet office with two chairs and a closed door. Today, many clinicians meet with clients through secure video platforms, messaging systems, and other digital
The landscape of Social Work licensure is beginning to shift, and many candidates are paying close attention. With the ASWB’s announcement of an online exam pilot, a new testing option is emerging that could change how future Social Workers approach
March is Social Work Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the dedication, resilience, and impact of Social Workers everywhere. The 2026 theme, Uplift. Defend. Transform. honors the prime mission of the Social Work profession: to enhance human well-being, meet the basic
Starting a Social Work career in a new country is both exciting and overwhelming. For internationally educated professionals, the journey toward licensure in the United States often centers on one critical milestone: the ASWB exam. The process can feel complex
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The ASWB exam that launched on August 3, 2026 looks different on the surface, but some of the most interesting changes are buried deeper in the official content outline. Yes, candidates now face 122 total questions instead of 170, the
Values and Ethics has always mattered on the ASWB exam, but in 2026 it deserves even more of your attention. With the updated exam structure that began on August 3, 2026, Values and Ethics now makes up 35% of the
Grief and loss are common topics on the ASWB exam, and the Kübler-Ross model is one of the best-known theories candidates are expected to understand. Most people can quickly name the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and
Continuing education is a routine part of maintaining a professional license, but keeping track of those credits can get surprisingly complicated. Social Workers, Counselors, Therapists, and other mental health professionals may need to monitor total CE hours, ethics requirements, live
