The LCSW exam is
four hours long
, and features 170 multiple choice questions. Twenty of these questions are pre-test questions, which means they will not count against you.
What is the pass rate for the LCSW exam?
| Year Passing Rate | 2019 74% | 2018 73% | 2017 78% | 2016 78% |
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How many questions are on the LCSW exam?
The LCSW exam, like all ASWB licensing exams, consists of
170 questions
which are to be completed over a timed, four hour period. Of those questions, twenty are “testers”–questions being tested out by the ASWB for possible inclusion in future editions of the exam.
How long should I study for LCSW exam?
If you are able to commit to 8 hours a week of reviewing, at TDC, we believe the optimal amount of time to study is
4-6 weeks
for the National LMSW/LCSW; 8 weeks is for the California Standard Written Exam MFT or LCSW exam and 3-5 weeks for the MFT or LCSW Clinical Vignette Exam.
How do I pass my LCSW exam?
- 1 – Practice. While occasionally we will hear of someone who took their exam without studying, the fact of the matter is that this is a VERY rare occurrence! …
- 2 – Common sense. Use your common sense! …
- 3 – Manage your Anxiety. …
- 4 – Never Leave a Question Blank. …
- 5 – Read the Question Stem First.
How many times can you fail the ASWB exam?
If you take an Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) test and fail, you are allowed to retake the
test
. A waiting period of 90 days must pass before you can take the test again. The number of test attempts that are allowed is determined by the jurisdiction in which you are seeking licensure.
How many people pass the Lmsw exam the first time?
| Exam Total number of exams administered 2020 pass rate | Clinical 16,776 74.8% |
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How hard is the LCSW exam?
If you are advancing your career as a social worker, you know that this field is challenging and demanding. The LCSW exam is designed to ensure that you are ready to meet those demands before you are granted a license. It's not impossible to pass the LCSW exam, but it
is difficult to do well
if you do not prepare.
What kind of questions are on the LCSW exam?
- Human Development and Behavior (14%) …
- Diversity (7%) …
- Assessment of Social Work Practice (20%) …
- Direct or Indirect Practice (21%) …
- Communication (10%) …
- Professional Ethics and Values (13%) …
- Other Areas of the ASWB Exam.
How do I get my ASWB score?
- Contact the state licensing board to apply for a license. Use the ASWB database to find contact information for the state or province.
- Request a score transfer from ASWB.
- ASWB will send the regulatory board your score within 7 to 10 business days.
How much do LCSW therapists make?
| Annual Salary Monthly Pay | Top Earners $104,500 $8,708 | 75th Percentile $79,000 $6,583 | Average $66,399 $5,533 | 25th Percentile $45,000 $3,750 |
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What is the difference between LCSW and psychologist?
An LCSW is a licensed position
, whereas psychologist can describe anyone in the field, whether they need a license to practice or not. The licensure process for clinical psychologists is very similar to what is LCSW-required, however.
How much does the ASWB exam cost?
Candidates may register for the ASWB exam over the phone, by mail, fax, or online. At the time of registration, you must also submit your nonrefundable exam fee. The fees vary based on which exam you plan to take, with the associate,
bachelor's, and master's exam fee at $230
, and the advanced practice exams at $260.
| Job Title Median Salary Career Outlook | Child, Family, and School Social Workers $48,430 14% | Healthcare Social Workers $58,470 20% | Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $49,630 19% | All Other Social Workers $60,900 8% |
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Is the ASWB practice test worth it?
Buy the $85 practice exam from the ASWB it's
totally worth it
– you will get a sense of what taking the real test will be like and how you'll be scored. The $25 handbook guide is only worth it for a content outline, regarding which topics are covered on the exam- I don't recommend buying it too strongly.
What does LCSW therapist mean?
Social workers attend graduate school in social work, earning an MSW (master of social work) or LCSW (
licensed clinical social worker
) degree. Training typically includes two years of coursework and practical experience working at agencies in the community.
