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I Graduated! (Almost)

By Dorlee

There I was with all my peers receiving my “diploma;” however, I needed to complete six more credits to receive my MSW… How was I allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony before being truly finished? My school grants students who are short six or less credits a “dean’s exception” to “walk” at the graduation […]

Filed Under: Grad School, Social Work Career Tagged With: ambivalence, dean's exception, employment, graduation, internship, LMSW, MSW

Secrets for Passing the LMSW Exam

By Dorlee

Do you want to pass your LMSW exam on your first try?   74.5% of those who take the LMSW exam nationally pass on their first try; however, 90% of those who take the National Association of Social Workers’ (NASW) course pass the exam on their first try. Below are some helpful study tips from […]

Filed Under: LMSW Exam Tagged With: ASWB, career development, clinical social work, licensing, licensure, LMSW, LMSW exam, LMSW exam tips, NASW, social work

8 Steps to Obtaining Your LMSW

By Dorlee

Obtaining your LMSW in 8 steps

Obtaining your LMSW involves multiple steps, forms, and deadlines. This practical guide walks you through the LMSW licensure process from application to exam day so you know exactly what to expect.

Filed Under: LMSW Exam Tagged With: ASWB, career development, LCSW, licensing, licensure, LMSW, New York, social work, social worker

What Is Social Work In Child Welfare Like?

By Dorlee

Many people are rather confused as to what child welfare social workers do, especially in light of how the media portray their role. @SocialJerkBlog, a social worker employed in the field of social work, describes her typical day as including “some parent training with clients. This can be working on behavioral charts and disciplinary consistency, […]

Filed Under: Clinical Practice, Expert Interviews Tagged With: career development, child welfare, LMSW, why became social worker

LCSW Requirements: Social Work Licensing & Practice Options (Part II)

By Dorlee

LCSW requirements

Wondering what comes after the LMSW? This guide explains LCSW requirements, supervised clinical hours, exam expectations, and practice options so you can plan your next steps.

Filed Under: LMSW Exam Tagged With: ASWB, career development, LCSW, licensing, licensure, LMSW, New York, social work, social worker

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