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
Have you completed your studies for your BSW, LMSW, or LCSW ASWB exam, but want to double-check that you’ve done everything you can to prepare? Use this checklist from Agents of Change to check off the items you need to
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Adolescent suicide remains one of the most urgent concerns facing Social Workers, Therapists, Counselors, and other Mental Health Professionals. A young person may enter treatment talking about school stress, family conflict, friendship problems, anxiety, or exhaustion without immediately revealing suicidal
Clinical supervision is one of the most influential responsibilities a social worker, therapist, counselor, or mental health professional can take on. A supervisor helps shape how another clinician thinks, responds to ethical concerns, documents care, manages risk, and grows in
Continuing education is a routine part of maintaining a professional license, but the rules surrounding it can be surprisingly easy to misunderstand. A social worker, therapist, or counselor may complete all the required hours, only to discover that a licensing
Crisis questions can feel especially challenging on the ASWB exam because the situation often seems urgent, emotional, and filled with several reasonable choices. A client may be overwhelmed, at risk, unable to think clearly, or facing multiple problems at once.
