Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Information for LCSW Licensing Examinations
- Administered by Pearson Vue
- Exam must be TAKEN annually, until passed, to renew ASW Registration
- Exam must be PASSED to receive or renew a subsequent ASW Registration
- Law and Ethics Examination FAQs
- Candidate Handbook
- Apply for Initial Exam
- Request Re-Exam (90-day wait from failed exam)
The Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) is seeking Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) to write questions for the licensing examinations used in the United States. The Board of Behavioral Sciences (Board) uses the ASWB Clinical Examination for licensure in California.
- Administered by ASWB
- All Education and Experience must be completed, prior to approval
- Testing Accommodations processed through ASWB, unless Requesting Accommodation for ESL
- Approved candidates must Register with ASWB
- 90-day waiting period for re-exam – must apply with ASWB AFTER 90 days have passed since your last failed attempt
- Candidate Handbook
- Forms
- Request for Initial Law and Ethics Examination
- Request for Re-Examination
- Candidate Request for Testing Accommodation (Standard - Law and Ethics Only)
- Request for Testing Accommodation – English as a Second Language (ASWB and Law and Ethics)
- Publications