ASWB Examination Guidebook
The ASWB Examination Guidebook contains information on the steps for taking the exam, what to expect on exam day, exam creation, and question structure.
This guidebook includes:
- Study plan template
- Reference lists created with input from social work educators
- Complete content outlines for all exam categories, including KSA (knowledge, skills, and abilities) statements
- Sample questions from each exam category with the correct answer and explanation
This version of the ASWB Examination Guidebook clarifies information about the new break policy. Please consider this to be the most updated version as of April 14, 2025.
Online Practice Test
With questions previously used on the licensing exams, the online practice test is a valuable tool for preparing to take your exam. We recommend using it alongside the ASWB Examination Guidebook, a free download.
Exam software tutorial
Get a better understanding of the Pearson VUE testing software by using this interactive tutorial.