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MA LCSW Exam in December

I'm taking the exam for the first time in December and feeling overly anxious about it. All of my practice tests I've been able to narrow down to 2 answers and one of them is the right one.....however that's not the one I usually choose. BAH!!!! Anyone else in the Boston area prepping? Continue

Added by Brie Kelly on November 18, 2009 at 11:52am — 1 Comment

Free Practice Tests, etc.

Links to free practice tests, rules of thumb, tutoring here: www.socialworktestprep.com Continue

Added by socialworkprep on November 10, 2009 at 1:52am — No Comments

another study tip from elen crohn

everytime you find a concept you dont know, make a flash card (including vocabulary) Sign up for a web-based prep program...there are two that i know of socialworkexam.com and aatbs.com, it is well worth the money to make sure you are ready! many of the people that I tutor have taken the test multiple times and havent used a web based study tool, but they have paid to take the exam over and over! the aatbs is harder than the real exam....so if can get over 75 on their practice tests you should… Continue

Added by Helen Crohn on November 8, 2009 at 2:22pm — No Comments

I feel relieved..

Now that I hear that everyone across the country is going through the same crap, I feel much better. I need to get my head in the game and take this test. It is discouraging because of the cost and the new fees that will be required as of Jan 2010. I don't want to be negative and say I'll be taking it a 2nd time, but I can't help but think that it is the norm. Thanks for all the help. Continue

Added by Dana Dooley on November 6, 2009 at 9:29am — 1 Comment

FEES GOING UP FOR SOCIAL WORK EXAMS

Hello Fellow Social Workers, I wanted to make everyone aware, if you do not already know, the fees are going up from $175 to $230 for the Associate and Masters Level Exam and $260 for the Advance and Clinical Level Exam as of Jan. 1, 2010. Apparently, is due to how much it cost to write questions for each exam. It is more money to write tests questions for the Advance and Clinical. I am really frustrated about the increase because it is hard enough trying to pass the test and when you don't you… Continue

Added by Nicole on November 4, 2009 at 6:58pm — 5 Comments

tutor hint #3

change your attitude towards the lmsw exam this exam doesnt prove how smart you are or what a good social worker you are it tests some content but mostly it tests how well you can "psych out"standardized exams....you need to learn test taking techniques if you dont know them. Here is the first test taking technique: 1. read the question carefully and paraphrase it in your own words Continue

Added by Helen Crohn on October 27, 2009 at 12:44pm — 1 Comment

social work exam tutor hint #2

how to memorize material 1. make your own flash cards 2. on the front write the term such as "Salvador Minuchin" 3. on the back, write the answer in your own words for example "known for structural family therapy; Key concepts include: boundaries, subsystems, parental coalition, etc. 4. as you memorize the flash cards, put aside those you already know; then work through the whole stack again 5. Important to write them out, use your own words and not to put too much on each card! Continue

Added by Helen Crohn on October 25, 2009 at 3:40pm — 3 Comments

rain in nyc and thereabouts

the perfect day to practice...find a quiet place and limit yourself to a realistic time frame (don't say you'll work for 3 hours if you have to be somewhere else in 2) After you practice give yourself a reward (watch a fun movie, call a friend, take a nap, have a nice dinner ertc.,etc. Continue

Added by Helen Crohn on October 24, 2009 at 1:29pm — 1 Comment

hint #1 for passing the examine if you havent passed yet

Don't take the exam multiple times...it will frustrate you and make you lose confidence in yourself. Remember this doesn't test you as a social worker, it tests how well you can take a standardized test! If you don't pass the first time, before you do it again, sign up for one of the websites, aatbs.com or socialworkexam.com for excellent help and/or get a tutor or a colleague to help you. Continue

Added by Helen Crohn on October 24, 2009 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment

Workshops for Test Taking Techniques

Hello Fellow Social Workers. I wanted to know if anyone knows about any workshops they focus on test taking techniques. I have studied content for a while and still continue to miss the test by 2 to 3 points. I am preparing for the clinical exam in Maryland. If anyone can tell me about resources for this I would truly appreciate it. Good Luck to all are trying to study for their exams and congratulations to those who have passed. Continue

Added by Nicole on October 23, 2009 at 11:53am — 3 Comments

I PASSED THE LMSW TODAY!

I finally passed the exam after my third attempt. The first two times I failed by one point. I was really thinking of giving up and then remembered what the great Winston Churchill once said, "Never, never, never, give up!" Continue

Added by Steven Parra on October 19, 2009 at 9:14pm — 9 Comments

Looking for study partner in FL

Recently relocated to Florida and will be taking my Masters Exam in Feb. Looking for study partner. Continue

Added by Sueann M Brinkman on October 9, 2009 at 2:43pm — 1 Comment

Seeking others in Las Vegas, NV

Any body out this way looking for a study buddy ? Phone, meet, on line. harriscyn@sbcglobal.net Cindy Continue

Added by lightlife on September 18, 2009 at 10:06pm — No Comments

St. louis clinical exam study group

Hi all, I'm trying to form a local study group for those planning to take the test in November or end of the year. We have 3-4 Social work schools in St. louis area so if you are local contact me ltid999@yahoo.com I would also be open to joining out of state study group via phone or skype if thats do-able. Good luck to all. This is a great site for sharing tips. Adios. Michael Continue

Added by Miguel on September 6, 2009 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Taking the LCSW in CA

I have enjoyed all the tips I've read here but am concerned that most of the study material material mentioned is for the national exam and not specific to the California exam. From my understanding, AATBS (expensive) offers a specific study course for CA but have not found anymore. I believe that there are some different questions on the CA exam pertaining to 3 areas: supervision, laws and ethics and one more. Does anyone have any info. or suggestions for study material specific to the CA exam? Continue

Added by Claire Hieber on August 27, 2009 at 2:39am — 2 Comments

Anyone from WA state?

Hi all, any one from WA state? Continue

Added by Gillian Speight on August 25, 2009 at 6:30pm — 1 Comment

LMSW Beaumont TX Study Partner

Hello, I have tested twice in Louisiana and recently moved to Texas. I live in Beaumont and need help very badly. I just ordered more study material called "The Secrets of ASWB." Hopefully it helps, but I need someone to help motivate me to study. Erica Continue

Added by Erica Ledet on August 14, 2009 at 12:45pm — 1 Comment

LMSW exam.

Need help desperately..........I failed the LMSW exam twice and I need to pass the exam in order to keep my job. I need a study partner, we can study together via phone or e-mail; is there someone who is willing to assist? I live in Brooklyn, NY. Continue

Added by Natalie on August 6, 2009 at 8:00pm — 5 Comments

STUDY NOW PASS AT THE END OF AUGUST ----LET ME KNOW WHO YOU ARE

If we do this together we must agree on 90's or above and take no prisoners. Are you in or out ? anybody have skype ? 1. Create study schedule 5-6 days per week minimum 2 hours each 2. Complete diagnostic at least 3 times; evaluate strenths and weaknesses list 3. Develope relaxation or exercise themes, review nutritional patterns 4. Primary fear ( what do you say it to yourself that keeps the fear alive?) lets check back bertween 7 - pm with posts Let's get pumped Lets fight for what we deser… Continue

Added by lightlife on August 5, 2009 at 1:50am — No Comments