The ASWB Practice Exam Team: Leaders in Social Work Licensure Preparation
At aswb-practiceexam.com, we are dedicated social work professionals with firsthand experience in both clinical practice and ASWB exam preparation. Our collective expertise spans decades of direct practice, supervision, education, and test development specifically focused on social work licensure exams.
Our Story
Aswb-practiceexam.com was founded in 2019 by Dr. Sarah Jenkins, LCSW, a clinical social worker with 15 years of experience who recognized a gap in available exam preparation materials. After supervising dozens of clinical social workers through the licensure process, Dr. Jenkins assembled a team of licensed practitioners and test development experts to create more authentic, clinically relevant practice materials.
“Too many candidates were struggling with practice materials that didn’t reflect the actual clinical reasoning required on the ASWB exams,” says Dr. Jenkins. “We built this platform to bridge that gap, combining clinical expertise with test-taking strategy.”
Since our founding, we’ve helped over 12,000 social work candidates successfully prepare for and pass their licensure exams across all license levels.
Our Expert Team
Our content development team brings together diverse expertise that ensures comprehensive, accurate, and relevant practice materials:
Dr. Sarah Jenkins, LCSW, PhD – Founder & Clinical Content Director
- 15+ years of clinical practice in hospital and community mental health settings
- Former ASWB item writer (2012-2015)
- PhD in Social Work Education with dissertation focused on clinical licensure preparation
- Associate Professor of Social Work at Eastern State University
- Published author of “Clinical Reasoning in Social Work Practice” (2018)
Michael Rodriguez, LCSW, ACSW – Advanced Generalist & Clinical Content Specialist
- 20+ years of experience in medical social work and program development
- Director of Social Work Services at Metropolitan Medical Center
- Certified ASWB exam coach who has personally helped 500+ candidates
- Expertise in supervision, administration, and program evaluation
- Member of NASW National Ethics Committee (2020-2023)
Aisha Washington, LMSW, CCTP – Masters Level Content Lead
- 8 years of experience in child welfare and trauma-informed care
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
- Specialist in culturally responsive practice and diversity content
- Experienced social work field instructor supervising MSW students
- Passed her LMSW exam with a score of 140/150 in 2021
Robert Chen, LBSW, MSW – Bachelors Level Content Developer
- 12 years of experience in community organizing and policy advocacy
- Former Director of a statewide coalition of social service agencies
- Expertise in social welfare policy and community resource navigation
- Adjunct Instructor teaching BSW policy courses
- NASW Chapter President in his state
Jennifer Miller, PhD, EdM – Psychometric Specialist & Test Development Expert
- PhD in Educational Assessment with specialization in professional licensure exams
- 14 years of experience in professional test development
- Former consultant for three state licensing boards
- Expert in question construction and exam validity
- Ensures our practice questions mirror the style, format, and cognitive level of actual ASWB exams
Our Advisory Board includes:
- Representatives from each license level who recently passed their exams
- Social work educators from BSW and MSW programs
- Clinical supervisors active in various practice settings
- Specialists in each major content area tested on ASWB exams
Our Development Process
Each practice question undergoes a rigorous 6-step development and validation process:
- Initial Creation: Subject matter experts draft questions based on current ASWB exam content outlines
- Clinical Review: Questions are reviewed by specialists in that content area to ensure clinical accuracy
- Psychometric Analysis: Our test development specialists evaluate question structure and cognitive level
- Panel Review: A diverse panel of social workers reviews questions for clarity and cultural sensitivity
- Beta Testing: Questions are field-tested with a sample of exam candidates
- Statistical Analysis: Performance data is analyzed to ensure appropriate difficulty level and discrimination
This process ensures that our practice questions not only reflect the content of the ASWB exams but also mirror their difficulty level and thought process requirements.
Evidence-Based Approach
Our approach to exam preparation is grounded in educational research on effective test preparation. Studies consistently show that practice testing is one of the most effective study methods, particularly when:
- Practice questions mirror the actual test in format and difficulty
- Detailed explanations are provided for both correct and incorrect answers
- Performance analytics guide focused study efforts
- Spaced repetition is used to improve retention
A 2023 survey of our users revealed:
- 94% passed their ASWB exam on the first attempt (compared to the national average of 77%)
- Users who completed at least 500 practice questions had a 97% pass rate
- 91% reported that our questions were “very similar” or “somewhat similar” to actual ASWB exam questions
- The average improvement between first practice test and final practice test was 32%
Our Commitment to the Social Work Profession
As licensed social workers ourselves, we’re committed to upholding the values and ethics of the social work profession in everything we do:
- Service: We provide free practice questions to ensure basic preparation materials are accessible to all candidates
- Social Justice: We offer scholarships for candidates from underrepresented groups and those with financial hardship
- Dignity and Worth: Our content is culturally responsive and reflects diverse perspectives and populations
- Importance of Human Relationships: We foster a supportive community of exam candidates through forums and study groups
- Integrity: We transparently communicate what our practice exams can and cannot do
- Competence: We continuously update our content to reflect current social work practice and ASWB exam changes
Continuous Improvement
We constantly refine our practice materials based on:
- Feedback from recent test-takers about current exam content and format
- Updates to ASWB exam content outlines
- Changes in social work best practices and evidence-based interventions
- Evolving ethical standards and cultural competence frameworks
- Performance data from thousands of users taking our practice exams
Our most recent comprehensive content review was completed in March 2025, incorporating feedback from over 500 recent test-takers.
Professional Affiliations
Our team members maintain active memberships in:
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
- American Clinical Social Work Association (ACSWA)
- Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Examination Committee
- International Association of Social Work Regulators (IASWR)
Recognition and Testimonials
Our practice exams have been recognized for their quality and effectiveness:
- Featured in the NASW “New Social Worker” magazine as a recommended exam preparation resource (2023)
- Recommended by 92% of social work field education directors surveyed
- Endorsed by 18 MSW programs for their graduating students
As Jamal T., who recently passed his LCSW exam, shared: “After trying three other exam prep services, I found aswb-practiceexam.com to be the closest to the actual exam experience. The questions required the same clinical judgment and critical thinking skills that I needed on test day. I’m convinced this is why I passed with room to spare on my first attempt.”
Join the thousands of successful social workers who have trusted aswb-practiceexam.com for their licensure exam preparation. Your success is our mission, and we bring our full professional expertise to helping you achieve it.