ASWB released data on Social Work Licensing Exam

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Hey, Social Worker Gem and Gents, thanks for tuning in to my channel where faith, family, and social work intersect.
This video is a bit different because you all know I LOVE the Profession of Social Work and have advocated for students to enter the profession! With that said, knowing something and seeing it released as data hits differently. This report from the ASWB did something to me, and It is time we advocate for testing equality!
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@nataliamarte8048 Год назад

This conversation is so important. Thank you for speaking up about this. I'm an attorney in New York and the data for the bar exam is pretty similar. I believe a number of 2020 graduates and practicing attorneys started an abolish the bar exam movement and were pretty close in making some ratifications in certain states. I wonder how we can all work together to abolish a lot of these standardized exams that bars Black and Latinx folk from achieving licensure.

@ItsResiayall Год назад

Yes I would love to connect and see how you are making headway. Standardize testing is so damaging.

@LuxeWellness 11 дней назад

Wow... I stumbled upon your video this morning. Let me say you are speaking to many of us MSW's that have been traumatized and stigmatized by this test. I am speaking from personal experience and 12+ years of experience in behavior management, therapy, and group facilitating. My point is there is know way many of us are failing this exam with key knowledge and experience we have. Or in some cases with effort that we put in to study and prepare for this exam. I am happy to see that the speculations many have had about this exam is coming to light. I pray that change is coming with ASWB😢❤

@s.gentle5156 7 месяцев назад

Somehow, as a black woman, I was always given the exam that required the highest score. Meanwhile, my white counterparts were given the exam that was the lowest! When I questioned how the testing agency determined who would get what test, the agency shifted the responsibility to ASWB and vice versa. I then asked for the data of which demographics received the highest score exam versus the data of those that receive the lowest…still waiting!

@ItsResiayall 7 месяцев назад

Unfortunately, you are not the first person I have heard mention this exact thing happening. The sad reality is we don't know how the exam is “selected 🤔” but we do know there are a lot of disparities.

@tierraevans2721 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for speaking the truth! I totally understand!

@s.gentle5156 2 месяца назад

@@Bors123 do you work for them? Are you writing the exams? Are you at the table discussing strategies on how they adjust the number of required answers needed? It’s an ongoing process so no one really knows unless you are at the table!!!

@kayperez3864 2 месяца назад

Me too....I've needed 103

@lakeithapatterson5289 2 месяца назад

I've experienced this the 4 times that I've taken this exam....I was in a study group of a well-known RU-vidr, and when I mentioned my experience, I was put on mute! I politely logged off and unfollowed him! He's probably receiving some type of kickback from the ASWB....Lol! I believe with all my heart that a SHIFT is on the way!

@evatawiah1039 Год назад

Love this! Only facts spoken here! The test was nerve wrecking and failing it was even more disheartening. I Remember feeling unworthy and like my education was pointless because I failed this exam that my white counterpart said was “easy” DISMANTLE it all and rebuild to look like today social “real social work” keep up the great work Resia! You are a powerful force !

@imaladywith3 7 месяцев назад

Im a 50 something year old student in the social work field. This information is vital. Thanks for sharing

@ItsResiayall 7 месяцев назад

Your welcome your welcome but don't let it consume you.

@kayperez3864 2 месяца назад

I am so happy that you are speaking to this injustice. We are fighting for the underserved when we (US) #socialworkers are being oppressed by this system /agency #aswb I am a 2nd language speaker in Spanish & I am exhausted. I took my lmsw & passed on 6th attempt. My lcsw , I am on my 5th attempt. Last time I failed by 3 pts. I have spent so much money$. I am saying it... it is time for us to be seen & heard. ENOUGH!!

@ItsResiayall 2 месяца назад

I am hoping that states start to implement option in ways to support test takers that are missing it by 5 pts or less. Repaying and retesting should not be the the only way. You will pass

@ashajeremiahqw8775 День назад

Glad all of us black folks can speak up

@natyshaifoster529 2 месяца назад

Amen on this. Amen especially on the cultural competence. I’m huge on this and there’s NO teaching on it. We need to be a presence in the field period. Thank you for this video ❤

@pamluke1191 2 месяца назад

Hello, I am just seeing this video, and all I can say is I appreciate you. I have failed this test 4 times. I spent 4 years to get my Doctorate degree in social work and can't pass this exam. Can I please have those statistics to send to Gov. Murphy. No, this exam does not take from who I am as a Black woman, and no way will I consider thinking as a White person. Yes, I have been told this exam is skewed. They will give an account to God for this behavior, and yet they profess to be social workers. A people who are deemed to help the needy. How can this be when we, the social workers, are being discriminated against. Yet this ASWB is supposed to support us. Do away with the test and make us do yearly CEU's to stay licensed. Kudos to you, sis.

@ashajeremiahqw8775 День назад

Oh no 😢and our test anxiety is no fun

@Ashdash_100 Месяц назад

Thank you for sharing! ❤

@veronicaruiz113 7 месяцев назад

Your so right I completely agree I have years of experience and nothing I seen in the test makes sense or even useful. I am latina and seeing this test was ridiculous.I have done so much studying for nothing just to feel completely incompetent just because of a ridiculous test.

@ItsResiayall 6 месяцев назад

First I hear you i am right here with you. Secondly its the test its not you. Your education has prepared you for the profession and I am sure you are doing a phenomenal job. Study to pass the exam not to practice social work if that makes sense

@shawnwebb7373 2 месяца назад

I agree, I’ve tried twice and missed by 10 and 6 points and at this point, I feel it isn’t worth the money. If we don’t have license already, what makes them think we can afford d supervision and to keep taking a proven biased test? I feel like ppl who fail within 10 pts after 2 attempts should obtain their license. You know the material. I’m abt over it.

@EssenceOfRae 5 месяцев назад

I have been told to think like a white man when taking the test. I took it once and failed by 17 points. Im very proud of myself. I plan to take it again in the spring. Aftr i become fully licensed.i would like to join the testing center and prepare questions for people who look like me.i want to begin working on a macro level. I do not feel inadequate, Im going to Trust God in this corrupt system & then make a change once I get a seat at the table!

@ItsResiayall 5 месяцев назад

I love that you mentioned not feeling invalidated by the exam. The truth is that taking the exam and passing simply means having the test-tasking strategies in place. Best of luck on taking the exam you will do great.

@JadeW1111 3 месяца назад

We had this conversation at a ASWB conference and the racial issue was brought up. We asked what they’d do about this and I’m glad the word has been spread. I failed the exam twice but I know that I’m a good social worker.

@ItsResiayall 2 месяца назад

It's the test not you.

@vonmorris5948 Месяц назад

First and foremost, I love your channel. I think it’s great that you’re passionate about all of the intersections of your life. I do want to say that I think this might be a little divisive. I say this because I’ve seen practice questions from the exam and test prep. Perhaps, it’s wildly different from the actual exam. However, if what I’m seeing bares much similarities to what might appear on the actual exams, it’s literally standardize testing. It has scenarios that need to be answered in a non-complex manner with the answers lying in the prompts. I was able to get the majority of the question right without formal social work training. I will be starting my MSW program this fall. Please wish me luck. Also, I am a 32 year old Black man.

@pamluke1191 2 месяца назад

You are so right. I look at comments and post on other sites, and I often wonder why, as a Black woman, I needed 105 to pass, and some of the White people needed 99 or 98. This number should be the same across the board. If my White counterpart requires a 98 to pass, then I should be required to pass with a 98. Shame on ASWB, our job and desires as social workers are to help those in need. Yet the ASWB are discriminating against those that Resia has called above. This is horrible. I'm writing my governor, Phil Murphy, here in NJ. As soon as I can get a copy of these statistics. Dr. Pamela Luke

@jennifermcmullin3436 Месяц назад

Kudos for you in coming out about this! The exam is degrading to a SW trying to become licensed. The clinical exam could be modified in so many ways. What I don't get is if someone passes the text for the LMSW exam then why is the clinical exam so brutal and has to be the same amount of questions for the LCSW? Can't a modified version be given to someone already an LMSW? There is so many things that need to be revamped about this exam.

@charlotteburton1908 6 месяцев назад

❤ love your passion for helping US understand what we are up against! I am a Georgia resident and I feel it’s unfair as well! Where do we start to help keep this message going!!!!

@ItsResiayall 6 месяцев назад

Good morning Charlotte first I would recommend attending your States Board of Social Work meetings and hearing where they land on the topic. Also, come to terms with what you believe licensure provides you as a social worker so your stance is firm. I also recommend seeing what other title-protected professions are doing to deal with these disparities. Lastly, if you decide to take the exam study the way you learn best, give yourself time, and just do your best. To keep the message going just keep talking about it around your colleagues and peers.

@charlotteburton1908 6 месяцев назад

I test tomorrow, so keep me in your prayers!

@charlotteburton1908 6 месяцев назад

I will definitely try and do what you suggested.

@ashajeremiahqw8775 День назад

And most grad schools don’t teach us how to study for an exam it’s ridiculous

@Bush_Fam Год назад

This is such a major issue. I hope they just get rid of it but that won’t happen without legislation. I took it three times. Failed. Spent so much money on stuff and there fees. First time I barely studied. I get that. Second time. I failed by 3 points. Third time I studied so much with AOC, RU-vid videos dawn books took practice tests and felt so prepared. I failed by 15. I did worse then the second time. I was in complete shock. I felt so confident and prepared and it crushed me. I lost out on a big opportunity for my family and I. I have not took it sense because I can not take on the hard ache again nor more money to sink into the cash cow. When they say all the high statistic for whites. Well I am def not in that percentage.

@ItsResiayall Год назад

You really hit the nail on the head with the disparities minorities have to deal with when it comes to standardized testing.

@MsTolatola Месяц назад

New subbie from Texas. I agree 100%

@Theonetruesona Год назад

Hey I loved your video and I see that you’re the only RU-vidr talking about this. And I appreciate it. I made some shorts on my channel bout this but it didn’t get views. I hope your videos blows up because more need to see this. If you’re interested in the experience of a recently 24 years old black grad graduate, paid for books, tutor and failed the exam 3 times now. I’m willing to share my experience with you, on your platform, if you want to make a video going deeper into his.

@ItsResiayall Год назад

I would love to connect shoot me an email!

@cybercafe9 2 месяца назад

100% agree with you. Thank you.

@vanessasmith3628 4 месяца назад

the key is based on ethics. that is the long and short of it.

@shemidiawilliams4942 2 месяца назад

Sis you betta SAY IT!!!!👍

@LuxeWellness 11 дней назад

I initially failed by 5 points, and was told I was not eligible to retake the exam within the 30 day time period, just to asked almost a year later by one of the customer service reps during a call why i did not retake the test sooner as I was eligible to retake the exam within 30 days. I also experienced an experienced where an investigation was supposed to take place based on an issue I had at the testing site, that was never done after I followed up with administration at ASWB. These individuals are able to manipulate us at all cause.

@ItsResiayall 4 дня назад

i am so sorry that this happened to you, I hope that if and when you retest you will feel safe and do well. But many have said they did not take advantage of the 30 day waiver because they were unaware

@shlondamccoy559 Месяц назад

I love this video. This conversation is so important. Im not sure if someone has said this already so if they have, I apologize. Social Workers in rural areas experience less opportunity to Licensed social workers for supervision and there are less opportunities to a variety of places to intern in order to learn. I have always thought about these same topics.

@ItsResiayall 4 дня назад

How did I miss this comment. I believe as a profession we have to help to bridge that gap and support rural social workers advance and meet the personal career goals they have for themselves. I would love to talk more on that that would or should look like.

@wallybcool Месяц назад

Thanks for the video .... When did licensing become such a big thing (in all fields)? Why even go to grad school if you must pass a license? It is my understanding that during reconstruction requiring a license shut out the true craftsman and allowed individuals of the dominant culture to take those jobs. Again thanks for your advocacy.

@ashajeremiahqw8775 День назад

It’s all about money cause half of these new grads are early 20s and non black culture that does not practice social work well

@vastiplaza1119 2 месяца назад

I missed it by 7 took it 3 weeks later studying the subjects that I did not do so well and missed it by 16.

@ghasakalbazirgan6662 Месяц назад

I've taken this exam 4 times already!! I was off by 3 points on my last attempt. What can we do as a collective to stop them?

@kmarcol1 2 месяца назад

As a mental health professional, Taking away the licensure aspect in my opinion will invalidate our expertise. We're already at a disadvantage in comparison to other licensed mental health professionals. Something does need to be done. Maybe revamping the exam and remove the racial disparities.

@BABYGRLK100 Месяц назад

Exactly I wouldn’t take it away all licensed professionals take exams lawyers take the bar, nurses take the nclex, doctors take the USMLE. It allows title protection so no one can just up and call themselves a licensed social worker it does need to be reevaluated though.

@pembrooke18 2 месяца назад

I missed my exam by 1 point and i was devastated 😢

@ItsResiayall 2 месяца назад

Keep the same study method you used prior and try to focus your study on the subject area that's your weakest. You got it next time

@fabiolareid7667 Год назад

Facts

@s.gentle5156 7 месяцев назад

Recently, the fee schedule changed in my state because of the overflow of funds they collected from outrageous fees for applications etc.

@ItsResiayall 7 месяцев назад

Which state are you in? And the fees are outrageous

@s.gentle5156 2 месяца назад

@@ItsResiayall Arkansas

@vanessasmith3628 4 месяца назад

I took the exam in S.C in 1991 and failed it by 4 points. I took it in 1992 and passed it. Now the clinical test is a whole other ball game. I have just figured out how to past this test. I know how to past the clinical and will ace it when my board sends me the approval letter.

@Bors123 2 месяца назад

Would you care to share the tips?

@jennifermcmullin3436 Месяц назад

Just seems like they could do the test in a step level.

@kadijahharris940 Месяц назад

I just passed my LCSW on 4/29. I needed a 103 to pass. The best tip I ever got was take the exam like you’re an old white man in an office. That’s exactly what I did. When I was torn between 2 answers I’d ask myself “what answer sounds most textbook and uppity lol

@ItsResiayall Месяц назад

congratulations on passing your exam and thinking as close to the textbook and outside if your experiences is the best thing to do

@dionneneal217 7 месяцев назад

I'm about to graduate, and we now have to wait 2 years before taking the exam in Florida. 😢

@ItsResiayall 7 месяцев назад

Yes each state regulates their professional Board.!I believe in FL you don't need to take two exams to become a clinical social worker but do need to provide your supervision hours prior. Was it changed from a test first model?

@kayperez3864 2 месяца назад

Insane!

@s.gentle5156 7 месяцев назад

And being off by 4 points of a score that is in the passing range of all the exams.

@ItsResiayall 7 месяцев назад

That's what sucks. Are you planning on testing again?

@gwenbaggett2186 11 месяцев назад

I am one of the persons that has been trying to make changes since 2015. How can you be contacted?

@ItsResiayall 11 месяцев назад

Hey Gwen you can reach me at withloveresiaj@gmail.com look forward to connecting

@gwenbaggett2186 11 месяцев назад

@@ItsResiayall great

@carlottapace789 7 месяцев назад

The ASWB is absolutely harmful 😢 I’m from Ohio I want to know how to create change in my state . I’ failed LISw 2x so far and truly been studying for over two years.

@carlottapace789 7 месяцев назад

Right studying material is expensive

@natashaherring22 6 месяцев назад

MSW student here and I watched your video 2x and sent it to my instructor.. She loved it ❤️ thank you for this information. May God continue to bless you

@ashajeremiahqw8775 День назад

This is sad I’m so afraid to take my test

@ItsResiayall 12 часов назад

Dont let the data scare you if you want that license go for it. Study, speak affirmations over yourself and dig in. When do you want to test?

@floreperalte6627 23 дня назад

I have taken the exam and failed. I am scheduled for the exam in August 2024. The exam is biased; for example, the ethnicity questions are inconsistent with reality. I understand that the exam needs to be restructured. The license should also be assigned at graduation with an exam before graduation, the same way the school forwards our 300+ hours for the MSW certification. Great video, and the exam is not based on real social work and it's a reading exam more than it is a social work exam.

@ItsResiayall 4 дня назад

The best thing i have heard in prepping for the exam is consider what answer will be selected by social workers in various settings. Best of luck and congratulations in advance.

@virgobeauty8891 Месяц назад

I failed by 2 points

@tonysradyografi3494 21 день назад

The truth is this exam is not built for us. The impression that I had from the university in which I had my MSW from is that as a Black man, I really had no business being there. I felt like my face represented something else for those White folks. They should just come to our neighborhood and serve us.

@ItsResiayall 4 дня назад

I am sorry that you experienced this. The social work profession needs a lot of deconstruction and decolonizing. I hope you are making waves in the profession because your voice, experiences and expertise belong here! 😊

@rostgrassfieldland8540 2 месяца назад

She is sharing her feelings as facts! The test is knowledge based. I am black too and teach social work ! Why do we see racism everywhere ?😂

@ItsResiayall 2 месяца назад

I was not sharing my feelings as facts. If you are not aware, in August 2022, the ASWB released data stating the testing disparities. Unsure if they are not well aware of they many movements that surround licensure and the impact on minorities, individuals for English is their second language, as well as older test takers. But Go off

@pembrooke18 2 месяца назад

You are so ignorant..go sit somewhere

@AlexanderMiles-wr9ck 2 месяца назад

R u kidding? Stop whining over this. Get over it. Some people are obviously passing the test so you can too! It’s a universal test, it’s not trying to keep certain groups from passing … those groups for whatever reason just need to study more.

@ItsResiayall 2 месяца назад

Again this is my page my platform I share the opinions that are valuable to me. Now I am not the only person looking into the data and calling a spade a spade. Now granted what others may call whining many see as advocacy and if you believe people who have failed the test over 5 times didn't invest money into studying you are very mistaking.

@user-lb5cz4vk6w 29 дней назад

@@ItsResiayall I am going to guess that this person is probably Caucasian? Unfortunately, this group never feels that there are disparities when they are evident. But if it"s not your experience, you cannot relate!

@lakeithapatterson5289 2 месяца назад

Thank you for sharing this post! I am motivated to advocate for change!! 💪🏾🙌🏾👊🏾🫶🏾

@ABlackGirlandHerCoffee 2 месяца назад

Maaaan, I went through it with this exam! Finally passed but it was a monster. The language they use alone is difficult. I agree with everything that you are saying. There is no reason why I should be "thinking like a white woman" if I have never walked in their shoes.