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Social Work ASWB Clinical Exam Guide, Second Edition A Comprehensive Study Guide for Success More details on the Practice Test are located on the back www.springerpub.com October 2017 | 9780826147134 | 488pp | Paperback AUTHOR: Dawn Apgar PhD, LSW, ACSW Written by a renowned social work educator rather than an unknown at a test preparation company, this thoroughly updated guide helps readers identify their weak areas so they know what to focus on to pass the ASWB® Clinical licensure exam! Reviewers applaud the book’s unique test-taking tips and strategies which are based on the author’s extensive knowledge of the exam. A thorough review of the four content areas of the updated Clinical exam is provided. The 170-question practice test with explanations of the correct answers mirrors the actual exam in length and structure. This invaluable guide has been praised by social workers across the country as essential to passing the ASWB® Clinical Exam on the first attempt! KEY FEATURES: • Updated to reflect ASWB’s revised 2018 test blueprint used for test construction. • Content available via an app in addition to the print version so test takers can study using multiple mediums. • Invaluable tips for how to read the questions, overcome test anxiety, avoid common pitfalls, and assess one’s learning style which help foster exam confidence. • Provides a thorough content review of the four core areas of the updated 2018 Clinical examination: human development, diversity, and behavior in the environment; assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning; psychotherapy, clinical interventions, and case management; and professional values and ethics. • Begins with a self-assessment to help identify areas of strength and weakness. • A full practice test with 170 questions that mirrors the actual ASWB® Clinical Exam in length, structure, and content, with detailed explanations of the correct answers. • Questions are distinct from those in the author’s Social Work ASWB® Clinical Practice Test. • Exam Prep app is available on the web, in the App Store, and on Google Play! Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW, has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the examinations associated with all levels of licensure. In recent years, she has consulted in numerous states to assist with establishing licensure test preparation programs. SAVE 20% Plus FREE SHIPPING with Code SPC20FS
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Social Work ASWB Clinical Exam Guide, Second Edition A Comprehensive Study Guide for Success
More details on the Practice Test are
located on the back
www.springerpub.com
October 2017 | 9780826147134 | 488pp | Paperback
AUTHOR: Dawn Apgar PhD, LSW, ACSW
Written by a renowned social work educator rather than an unknown at a test preparation company, this thoroughly updated guide helps readers identify their weak areas so they know what to focus on to pass the ASWB® Clinical licensure exam! Reviewers applaud the book’s unique test-taking tips and strategies which are based on the author’s extensive knowledge of the exam. A thorough review of the four content areas of the updated Clinical exam is provided. The 170-question practice test with explanations of the correct answers mirrors the actual exam in length and structure. This invaluable guide has been praised by social workers across the country as essential to passing the ASWB® Clinical Exam on the first attempt!
KEY FEATURES:• Updated to reflect ASWB’s revised 2018 test blueprint used for test construction.• Content available via an app in addition to the print version so test takers can study using multiple
mediums.• Invaluable tips for how to read the questions, overcome test anxiety, avoid common pitfalls, and
assess one’s learning style which help foster exam confidence.• Provides a thorough content review of the four core areas of the updated 2018 Clinical
examination: human development, diversity, and behavior in the environment; assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning; psychotherapy, clinical interventions, and case management; and professional values and ethics.
• Begins with a self-assessment to help identify areas of strength and weakness.• A full practice test with 170 questions that mirrors the actual ASWB® Clinical Exam in length,
structure, and content, with detailed explanations of the correct answers.• Questions are distinct from those in the author’s Social Work ASWB® Clinical Practice Test.• Exam Prep app is available on the web, in the App Store, and on Google Play! Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW, has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the examinations associated with all levels of licensure. In recent years, she has consulted in numerous states to assist with establishing licensure test preparation programs.
SAVE 20%
PlusFREE SHIPPING with Code SPC20FS
Preface
Introduction
Unit I: Human Development, Diversity, and Behavior in the Environment (24%)
1. Human Growth and Development
2. Human Behavior in the Social Environment
3. Diversity and Discrimination
Unit II: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment Planning (30%)
4. Biopsychosocial History and Collateral Data
5. Assessment and Diagnosis
6. Treatment Planning
Unit III: Psychotherapy, Clinical Interventions, and Case Management (27%)
7. Therapeutic Relationship
8. The Intervention Process
9. Service Delivery and Management of Cases
10. Consultation and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Unit IV: Professional Values and Ethics (18%)
11. Professional Values and Ethical Issues
12. Confidentiality
13. Professional Development and Use of Self
Practice Test
170 Question Practice Test
Answers
Index
Social Work ASWB Clinical Exam Guide, Second Edition A Comprehensive Study Guide for Success
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Social Work ASWB Clinical Practice Test 170 Questions to Identify Knowledge Gaps
Highlights Include:
November 2017 | 9780826134363 | 302pp | Paperback
• Updated to reflect ASWB’s revised 2018 test blueprint used for test construction.• Content available via an app in addition to the print version so test takers can study using
multiple mediums.• A full practice test with 170 questions that mirrors the actual ASWB® Clinical Exam in length,
structure, and content, with detailed explanations of the correct answers.• Test-taking strategies for each question along with the detailed rationale for the correct answer
help readers identify gaps in knowledge and errors in problem solving.• Questions are distinct from those in the author’s Social Work ASWB® Clinical Practice Test.• The Social Work ASWB® Clinical Practice Test can be used on its own or in conjunction with
the Social Work ASWB® Clinical Exam Guide, Second Edition.• Invaluable tips for how to read and answer each question and assess one’s learning style which
provide a powerful diagnostic tool and help foster exam confidence.• An evaluation of results helps readers identify the content areas and competencies that need
further study.
