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Examination writers sought

September 1, 2020

Examination writers sought

ASWB is seeking qualified social workers to write questions for the licensing exams used in the United States and Canada. Deadline extended through January 31, 2021. Practicing social workers—item writers—write all the questions on the ASWB social work licensing exams. These writers are selected for their social work expertise and balanced to reflect diversity in […]

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Now recruiting examination question writers

December 21, 2018

Now recruiting examination question writers

ASWB is currently accepting applications for the 2019 class of ASWB item writers! Licensed social workers from throughout the U.S. and Canada are encouraged to learn more and apply online. Deadline for applications has been extended to January 31, 2019.

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ASWB releases new exam blueprints for 2018

April 19, 2017

ASWB releases new exam blueprints for 2018

ASWB has released new blueprints for the social work exams based on the results of the 2015-2016 practice analysis. The 2017 Analysis of the Practice of Social Work report detailing the process and outcomes is now available for download. Licensing exams using the 2018 blueprints will be launched on January 2, 2018. Until that date, […]

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Update: The DSM-5 and the ASWB social work licensing exams

July 1, 2015

Update: The DSM-5 and the ASWB social work licensing exams

The fifth edition of the American Psychiatric Association’s (APA) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders was published in May 2013 and supersedes the DSM-IV-TR.  Beginning Tuesday, July 1, 2015, the ASWB examinations reflect the content contained in the DSM-5.

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Now available! New Guide to the Social Work Exams

January 1, 2015

Now available! New Guide to the Social Work Exams

ASWB is taking orders for the ASWB Guide to the Social Work Exams, the association’s new publication designed to assist candidates as they prepare for the ASWB social work examinations. The new guide can be ordered online or by phone (888.579.3926) for US$20 plus shipping. The ASWB Guide to the Social Work Exams provides a new […]

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ASWB signs new Item Development Consultant

November 18, 2014

ASWB signs new Item Development Consultant

ASWB is pleased to announce that beginning in January 2015 Amanda Duffy Randall of Nebraska will begin serving as an Item Development Consultant for the ASWB Examination Program. She will be adding her expertise to that of current consultants David Aiken (Clinical exam), Monica Roth Day (Masters exam), Bynia Reed (Clinical exam), and Nancy Sidell […]

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Examination Committee appointments for 2014

December 17, 2013

Examination Committee appointments for 2014

ASWB is pleased to announce the 2014 Examination Committee. The Examination Committee reviews and approves content for the social work licensing exams. Members of the Examination Committee–all licensed, practicing social workers–donate their time and expertise to ASWB in support of the examination program. Bachelors Exam Committee: Stacey Owens (MD), co-chair Miriam Balen (BC) Nikki Barfield […]

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ASWB signs two new Item Development Consultants

December 17, 2013

ASWB signs two new Item Development Consultants

ASWB is pleased to announce that beginning in January 2014 two new Item Development Consultants will be adding their expertise to that of current consultants David Aiken (Clinical and Advanced Generalist), Ann McAllister (Bachelors and Advanced Generalist), and Nancy Sidell (Masters and Advanced Generalist). The two new item development consultants will serve as coaches and […]

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Zoom feature added to exam software

October 23, 2013

Zoom feature added to exam software

ASWB is very pleased to announce a new software feature available at Pearson VUE test centers for the social work licensing examinations. As of May 6, candidates taking an ASWB exam have the option to display a magnified view of the screen. Test-takers can select from preset zoom levels for viewing the exam at any […]

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