Social Work Licensing Masters Exam Practice Test
Don’t leave your exam prep to chance—or to a computer-generated test that wasn’t created by a practicing social work educator. Set yourself up to pass the LMSW on the first try with the Social Work Licensing Masters Exam Practice Test, Fifth Edition.
Created by Dr.Dawn Apgar, a trusted expert who has helped thousands of social workers succeed on their licensure exams, this full-length, high-yield practice test prepares you for exam day. With 122 questions that mirror the ASWB Masters Exam in length, structure, tone, and content, you’ll gain the realistic practice and confidence you need.
Each question includes clear, comprehensive rationales for both correct and incorrect answers—helping you uncover knowledge gaps, sharpen your strengths, and strategically focus your study time. Updated to align with the 2026 ASWB content outline, the test includes both 3- and 4-response item questions to replicate your real exam experience.
Key Features:
A full-length, realistic practice test designed to build confidence and prepare you for exam-day pacing
Updated for the 2026 ASWB content outline, ensuring you study what truly matters
Detailed rationales for every correct and incorrect answer to deepen understanding
Category identification for each question, making it easy to reference relevant content for targeted review
The LMSW Exam is administered by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB). ASWB does not sponsor or endorse this resource, nor do they have a proprietary relationship with Springer Publishing.
DAWN APGAR, PhD, LSW, ACSW, has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the ASWB examinations associated with all levels of licensure. In recent years, she has consulted in numerous states to assist with establishing licensure test preparation programs.
Dr. Apgar has taught in both undergraduate and graduate social work programs and has extensive direct practice, policy, and management experience in the social work field.
Introduction
Full-Length Exam
Answers with Analytic Rationales
Evaluation of Results
- Release Date: May 28, 2026
- Paperback / softback
- 152 Pages
- Trim Size: 7in x 10in
- ISBN: 9780826154996
- eBook ISBN: 9780826154873



