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Change is difficult...But a number of states have coalitions of stakeholders committed to equity within social work licensure! Several have seen success within legislation. Check this section for all the latest news and developments!

2018-2021 Average First-time Pass Rates
(Link to ASWB 2022 Report)

Clinical

Black 45%

Native American 62.9%

Hispanic/Latino 65.1%

Asian 72%

Multiracial 79.9%

White 83.9%

Masters

Black 44.5%

Hispanic/Latino 63%

Native American 64.4%

Asian 71%

Multiracial 80%

White 85.8%

Bachelors

Black 33.3%

Hispanic/Latino 52.8%

Asian 59.6%

Native American 63.6%

Multiracial 73.5%

White 76.2%

Association of Social Work Boards (2022). 2022 ASWB Exam Pass Rate Analysis: Final Report.

Testimonials

"The exam does not speak to true experiences of what is done in the field. Instead the exam is focusing on textbook rules and guidelines."

M.C.

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NADD
National Association of Deans and Directors

of Schools of Social Work