Resource List for Social Work Licensing Exam

2026 Test Administration Changes (Please Read)

Changes to the ASWB licensing exam began 8-3-26:  

https://www.aswb.org/new-social-work-licensing-exam-begins-august-3/

Live Webinar Exam Prep with Dawn Apgar PhD, LSW, ACSW. 

Upcoming Dates:  5-19-26 ~ 6-4-26 ~ 6-17-26 ~ 7-14-26 ~ 8-25-26 

Information/Registration

Dr. Sophia Dziegielewski (a.k.a. Dr. D) offers online Exam Prep courses as well as other exam prep materials: 

https://siripro.net/

Free resources:

• 1 Hour Exam Prep Webinar (periodically - TBD)
  1. Dr. Christine L. Limone, PhD, LCSW, is a social work educator and NASW member in Connecticut. Seeing former students who excelled in the classroom and field placements - unable to pass the ASWB licensing exams, led Chris to start offering tutoring services to her private practice. Chris firmly believes that a test score does not reflect the value social workers bring to their clients and furthermore, no social worker should have their career stunted by an exam result. In this spirit, Chris offers free exam preparation webinars that focus on proven test taking strategies to increase the likelihood of passing the ASWB exam. 
• NASW Iowa Chapter has partnered with AATBS, a leading provider of exam prep and continuing education for behavioral and mental health students and professionals, to offer you discounted access to their industry-leading products and services.  This benefit is being provided to you based on our relationship with AATBS, and is available for members of the NASW Iowa Chapter.  To see available products and access your discount,.   https://behavioral-science.aatbs.com/naswia/
• ASWB Clinical Practice test/Study Guide/Flashcards
• ASWB Examination Guidebook (better understand the exam)
• ASWB Social Work Exam Prep Dawn Apgar's LMSW, LCSW, & BSW
  • Register
• Pocket Prep – App for phone (there are paid features as well)
• Social Work Test Prep (10 free practice questions with explanations)
  • https://socialworktestprep.com/free-practice-test/
• Savvy Social Work Exam Prep
• Youtube Dr. Pam Turner
• Youtube Phil in the Gaps
• Youtube RayTube

Paid Resources:      

• Association for Advanced Training in the Behavioral Sciences:
  NASW Members can save 35% on comprehensive social work exam prep materials from AATBS Study packages include everything needed to pass the ASWB exams the first time, including full-length practice exams, live online workshops, one-on-one coaching, and more - all backed by a Pass Guarantee. To take advantage of this offer, visit the NASW Member Page and enter promo code: NASW at checkout at AATBS.com.

• ASWB Online Practice Test (only available for registered exam candidates)
• Christine Limone: tutoring 
• Private and group tutoring services and after completing the free consultation can discuss what the costs and plan is for services.
• https://calendly.com/chrislimone/aswb-exam-tutoring-free-consultation-appt
• Licensing Exam Preparation Services (LEAP)
• PassITpro (Has free quizzes available.)
• Social Work Exam
• Social Work Guide
• Social Work Licensing Exam Study Guide by Karen Magruder LCSW-S
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLli4LGzwgE (look in the description for the steps to receive the information)
• Therapist Development Center

Recommendations/Tips:

• https://www.socialwork.career/2011/05/secrets-for-passing-lmsw-exam.html
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sehrFk2UFiI (LCSW but is helpful tips for LMSW)

***Disclaimer: The opinions, findings, recommendations, or other information provided are not endorsed or directly affiliated with NASW-IA Chapter.