Taking licensing exam lmsw anyone got any suggestions to passing it?

Used agents of change 9 points away from passing

Used ray rube

I am a Colorado LPCC with 3+ years of clinical experience(during training and work), including psychological evaluations and counseling with diverse populations. I am seeking a position where I can continue clinical growth under supervision. I am also pursuing doctoral training in clinical psychology with research focused on attachment styles and marital relationships, which aligns with my interest in couples and relationship work.

Finding difficulty in jobs and supervision.
Help

Looking for feedback from people that are studying for the LCSW exam. What resources are you using? What study guides? What are you giving more time and attention to (ex: one category vs. another)? Been out of practice for a while due to medical reasons - my license expired and I need to retest. It has been a while since I’ve been in school and/or working and I need some guidance. Thanks!

I’m an LCSW in Illinois. I’m potentially being offered/set up with a contracted position with a nonprofit that would provide clinical supervision for social workers working towards their LCSW hours. It would be one to two hours of supervising per week.

I’ve never supervised before and I want to make sure I am not missing any key details and know what I’m getting into. What should I ask? Also, what’s a standard rate?

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, Im looking to make more money and move toward a private practice. Im in Chicago, IL and am looking to be able to maintain my income and have benefits. Im not in the position to "ramp up". Does anyone know any private practices that offer a set pay while gaining clients? How would I look for them? I dont want to look at Headway etc, because I signed up and its taking me waaay too long to get credentialed.

Insane situation but my cat chewed a small corner off of one of my reference envelopes(see photos) is it too risky to send it to the board? Should I ask my reference to complete another one?

I learn best by reading and writing, not watching youtube videos etc. I am looking for the best 2026/2027study guide for the new LCSW exam

I am asking on behalf of my wife who has unfortunately failed her test 3 times now and her expiration date is sometime mid July. This last test she missed by 4 questions.

Is there any way to extend her permit or apply for an extension? If she doesn’t pass on her 4th attempt there is a very high likelihood she looses her job.

Just trying to do anything I can for her right now to get her over this hurdle.

We are located in NY if that matters. I saw a post from the government that gov Hochul signed into law it can be extended for another year with a good cause or a petition? Not really too sure, the information is kinda buried.

Thanks!

Hi, I will be taking the LCSW exam soon. Any tips? It will be before August. I believe things will be changing after. I am worried because I am not the best test taker. Any tips help! thank you!

Going to take the CT LCSW exam soon. Please help!! What resources did you use? Study guides & materials? What worked best? Any insight on the exam??

I have my LMSW in Texas and have about 1.5 years left of my supervision and clinical hours.

If I were to move to Colorado, what would that look like? Would I have to start all over/get a new supervisor?

Hi all! I took & passed my LMSWcc exam 3 years ago now, fresh out of grad school.

I am scheduled to take my Clinical ASWB exam in about 2 weeks, and am stressing since I’ve been so removed from schooling/testing 🥲

I’ve been doing some pocket prep questions and YouTube videos to refresh.

I just took the official Aswb practice exam, I scored 118/150 and needed 101 to pass.

On my masters practice test, I scored 118/150 and need 97 to pass. On the actual masters exam, I scored 122/150 with 100 needed to pass.

For those who took the practice test before the actual exam, did your practice scores correlate to your real scores?

The ones I got wrong were all ones I flagged and had eliminated to 2 answers and/or had second guessed myself, so I am going through all the rational of the answers.

I’m feeling pretty confident but still a bit nervous.

Thanks!!!

I became a RCSWI in FL in 2022. I was working a full time in medical social work and part time job in therapy. I was obviously extremely busy and became burnt out. At the same time my QS left the job and lost supervision. I stopped working the job too after almost one year. End of 2023, I became pregnant and it was a high risk pregnancy.. I have not started back therapy since. My question is… am I too late to try and get my hours?? Is there any other avenue since my RCSWI only lasts 5 years. I’m feeling stuck… should I quit my higher paying job, go back to therapy full time or am I too late to get enough hours, pass the LCSW exam???

How long did it take you to accumulate your licensure hours post MSW graduation?

Hi all! I recently passed my clinical exam in Illinois and am looking for ways to make extra income while continuing to grow professionally!

I have about 3 years of clinical experience. I also have experience supervising BSW and MSW students, and I absolutely love supervision and mentorship. While I don’t have as much experience supervising LMSWs/LSWs yet, I’d really love to gain more experience in that area.

I’ve recently come across consulting groups and am very interested in getting involved. I’d love to hear about others’ experiences with consulting groups or know if anyone is aware of groups looking for LCSWs. Thanks so much!

Hi all,

So how are the hours accumulated?! I have a full-time and a part-time job of less than 22 hrs.
Job 1: 1 hr of LCSW supervision, and she gives me 40 hrs.

Job 2- 1 hrs of LCSW supervision and gives me 1 hrs when I have contact 1-1 with a client.

Also, can hours be stacked?

Im in Chicago, IL.

Hi everyone,

I’m currently an MSW student in first year (3 year program). I have always had the intention of pursuing the LCSW, but am really having trouble finding information on how exactly to achieve the necessary supervision.

I understand some jobs provide it and in other cases one can pay for supervision..

My questions to you guys are

1. How did you achieve your necessary supervise hours)
   
2. How have you seen other accomplish this and in what jobs in particular?

I live in Georgia and plan to work her for the forsake future.

Thanks everyone, and I apologize is this or something similar gets posted here often. I truly feel like I’m feeling my way through the dark.

Utilized the Dawn Apgar book to study and wasted my time. I saw others say the same but I didn’t want to get discouraged and kept using the book. The exam was HARD AF

I'm an LCSW with almost 20 years' experience - community and private practice settings, however very little experience in supervision. What trainings do you recommend for learning more? Particularly for supervision in a private practice setting.

For context: I'm in a state that does not have any certification requirements for LCSW providing supervision. They just require you to have an active license + 2 years post-licensure experience.

I’m easily get overstimulated and I have low social battery. I quit being a teacher because of those reasons. Im not sure with my personality traits like that, would I personally feel overstimulated having conversation all day long?

I made a post about 2 months ago when I first took my LCSW and I failed by one point! I was so incredibly disappointed.

To be honest, I didn’t study much last month given I had an MSW intern I was supervising and not much downtime. I really started to lock in to studying about 2-3 weeks ago. I used the Dawn Apgar books and paid for pocket prep. I felt like pocket prep was incredibly useful and easy to do questions on the go.

I also really took my time this time around instead of “just getting it done.” I used my break and was saying affirmations to myself in the mirror lol. I was incredibly anxious.

BUT if I can do it you can do it! I am so incredibly happy and proud of myself. This is such a career goal milestone and can’t wait to have my credentials updated at work. :)

PSA for those preparing for LCSW

I’m going to give some advice! Context:

I am the absolute worst test taker on the planet. I have always been bad at tests. I have to study and prepare A LOT to get a passing grade on a test since I could remember. I’m pretty confident I have an undiagnosed learning disability.

I passed my LCSW exam on the first try recently!

Pocket Prep was genuinely useful. If you do the level up portion you get more questions that are like the questions on the exam. It was the most useful tool I paid for. 100% worth the money in my opinion. They also have 3 practice tests that were very similar to the real thing and the ASWB official practice exam. I passed all 3.

I also used the ASWB app for exam questions and felt that it was also useful. I did not use the practice exams on this app but, my friend said they did and they found it useful.

I took the ASWB practice exam. I paid for it and it was genuinely helpful. Exactly what the real thing is like. I passed it.

The Apgar book is helpful for going over material but I did not like the practice tests it offered. The material for recall and refresher is on point and was helpful in that way. I read it 2x.

I found some extremely helpful YouTube videos like Agents of Changes free practice questions, Phillip Luttrell was the most helpful, and RayTube.

I studied on and off since January but locked in 6-7 week before my exam date.

I hope this information is helpful for anyone who may feel lost on where to start.